●What’s the Difference Between Collagen And Collagen Tripeptide ?
In the first part, we introduced the differences between collagen and collagen tripeptide in terms of physical and chemical properties. This article introduces the differences between them in terms of efficacy, preparation and stability.
3.Functional Performance
●Effects On The Skin:
Collagen: It is an important component of the dermis of the skin. It can provide structural support for the skin, keep the skin firm and elastic, and reduce the formation of wrinkles. However, due to its slow absorption and synthesis process, it often takes a long time to see improvements in skin condition after supplementing collagen. For example, after taking it for several months, the skin may gradually become more shiny and firmer.
Collagen Tripeptide: It not only provides raw materials for the synthesis of collagen in the skin, but also because it can be quickly absorbed and utilized, it can promote the metabolism and proliferation of skin cells faster. It can stimulate fibroblasts to produce more collagen and elastic fibers, making the skin more hydrated and smooth in a shorter period of time (such as a few weeks), enhancing the skin's moisturizing ability, and reducing skin dryness and fine lines.
●Effects On Joints And Bones:
Collagen: In articular cartilage and bones, collagen plays a role in enhancing toughness and elasticity, helping to maintain the normal structure and function of joints and relieve joint pain and wear. However, due to its slow absorption, the improvement effect on joint and bone problems usually requires long-term persistence in taking it to be apparent. For example, for some patients with osteoporosis or joint degenerative lesions, it may take more than half a year to feel a slight improvement in joint comfort.
Collagen Tripeptide: It can be quickly taken up by articular chondrocytes and osteocytes, stimulate cells to synthesize more collagen and other extracellular matrix components, promote the repair and regeneration of articular cartilage, and increase bone density. Some studies have shown that after athletes supplement with collagen tripeptide, joint flexibility and recovery ability after exercise are significantly improved, and the effect of reducing joint pain can be observed within a shorter training cycle.
4.Source And Preparation
Collagen: Common sources include animal skin (such as pig skin, cowhide), bones (such as fish bones), etc. It is extracted and purified through a series of physical and chemical treatment methods. For example, the traditional acid or alkaline method of extracting collagen is relatively mature, but it may cause certain pollution to the environment, and the purity and activity of the extracted collagen are limited.
Collagen Tripeptide: Generally, collagen is extracted and specific bio-enzymatic hydrolysis technology is used to accurately decompose collagen into tripeptide fragments. This preparation method has high requirements for technology and equipment, and the production cost is relatively expensive. However, it can ensure the structural integrity and biological activity of collagen tripeptide, making it more advantageous in terms of efficacy.
5.Stability And Preservation
Collagen: Due to its macromolecular structure and relatively complex chemical composition, its stability varies under different environmental conditions (such as temperature, humidity, and pH value). It generally needs to be stored in a dry and cool environment, and the shelf life is relatively short. For example, in a high temperature and high humidity environment, collagen may denature and degrade, thereby affecting its quality and efficacy.
Collagen Tripeptide: Relatively stable, especially collagen tripeptide products that have been specially treated, can maintain good activity over a wide temperature and pH range. Its shelf life is also relatively long, which is convenient for storage and transportation. However, the storage conditions in the product instructions must still be followed to ensure its optimal efficacy.
In summary, collagen tripeptide and collagen have obvious differences in molecular structure, absorption characteristics, functional performance, source preparation and stability. When choosing related products, consumers can consider their own needs, budget and expected time to achieve the effect to determine the collagen supplement plan that is more suitable for them.
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Post time: Dec-28-2024
