Known as the ‘Elixir of Youth’, collagen has been used for a long time in the cosmetic industry. Injected directly into areas such as the face, its anti-ageing properties are highly sought after.
At the Vitamin Suite, we deliver IV infusions of Collagen and Vitamin C directly into your bloodstream thus providing total body collagen, ensuring all of your body receives the amazing benefits collagen has to offer.
What is Collagen ?
Collagen can be likened as the ‘glue’ that holds the body together.
It is the most abundant protein in the human body, found in the bones, muscles, skin, hair, nails, teeth, bones, blood vessels, tendons, joints, cartilage and digestive system.
In fact collagen makes upto 25-35% of the whole body protein content.
A number of factors cause the body’s production of collagen to decline :-
- Ageing – after the age of 30 we lose 1-2% of our collagen per year
- Smoking – known to degrade collagen
- Excessive drinking – reduces collagen production
- Diet – diet high in added sugar and ultra-processed foods contributes to glycation, which reduces collagen turnover
- Excessive Sun exposure – Degrades collagen production
Effects
The effects of this decline causes widespread ripples throughout the body. Examples of symptoms linked to a lowering of total body collagen are :-
Hair, Skin and Nails
Providing structural integrity to the connective tissues, low levels of collagen can lead to your skin becoming looser and less elastic, you may have wrinkles and creases where once your skin was smooth and supple.
Additionally, you may experience brittle nails, alongside peeling and breaking/splitting of the nail.
You may find that your hair is thinner as well as dry and brittle.,
Increasing your collagen levels can go a long way in making your skin appear more firm and smooth. It can help reduce wrinkles, the appearance of cellulite and stretch marks. Collagen is able to do this by increasing moisture retention, boosting elasticity and helping to smooth out a dimpled appearance.
Bone, Joint and Muscle Health
As collagen levels drop, joints can become stiff, swollen and painful causing a lack of mobility. Bones consist of a third of collagen, giving them their flexibility. A drop in collagen can lead to weaker bones more susceptible to injury or fracture.
With collagen being the most abundant protein in the body, a depletion in this can cause reduced muscle mass.
Collagen will benefit your joints, tendons and ligaments by allowing them to glide and move with ease. Collagen which contains the amino acids glycine and proline, helps to support joint mobility.
It can also serve to increase bone mineral density, with studies showing that osteoporosis can be positively impacted by collagen.
Furthermore, collagen can benefit those that have any medical conditions caused by chronic inflammation.
As your gastrointestinal wall is comprised of collagen, increasing Collagen levels in your intestinal lining can promote tissue growth and cellular health, thus tackling inflammation.
The benefits of collagen are also known to extend to help with heart function ( maintains the elasticity of blood vessels) and liver detox – glycine found in collagen supports the liver detox process.
Our infusions also contain a healthy dose of Vitamin C.
Collagen itself depends on Vitamin C in order to stimulate its production. Vitamin C is one of the most important vitamins in the body protecting it against oxidative stress, boosting the immune system and maintaining normal nervous system functioning amongst its most important roles.
Our infusion offers maximum collagen generating benefits, as the inclusion of Vitamin C boosts the production of collagen alongside the IV’s active Collagen content.
Price
Collagen and Vitamin C (1400MG) –
Single Infusion – £150
Four infusions – one per week for 4 weeks – £500 (recommended).