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Hydrator / Humectant

Soluble Collagen

Often labeled as: Marine Collagen

The massive, water-binding protein.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

Highly purified, non-hydrolyzed collagen extracted from marine or bovine sources. Because the molecule is huge, it sits completely on the surface of the skin, acting as an elite water-binder.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Provides an instant plumping effect, intense surface hydration, and smooths fine lines.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Gives the skin a tight, bouncy feel immediately after application.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It absorbs into your dermis to replace lost collagen.

The Science

The molecule is far too large to penetrate the skin. It acts strictly as a surface humectant.