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Marine Collagen, 60 Capsules
Marine Collagen, 60 Capsules
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- 26% reduction in crow's feet
- 31% reduction in laugh lines
- 38% increase in skin density
Placebo-controlled clinical study, 90 days, two capsules a day.
Two capsules with breakfast.
No powder. No shaker. Nothing to count out.
The only Type II marine collagen. The only marine collagen with glycosaminoglycans.
From fish cartilage, with hyaluronic acid, chondroitin and glucosamine built in. Most collagen supplements contain collagen alone.
No fishy taste.
Hydrolyzed, with a citrus desiccant in every bottle in place of a fishy smell.
Vitamin C for collagen formation. Apple polyphenols for antioxidant protection.
How it compares with skin-source collagen
| Certified Naturals | Skin-source collagen | |
|---|---|---|
| Daily amount | 2 capsules | 4 or more capsules, or a powder |
| Dose used in skin studies | 500 mg | 2,000 mg or more |
| Hyaluronic acid, chondroitin, glucosamine | Naturally present | Not included |
In 30 days, 86% of women were happy with their skin, hair and nails.
Two capsules a day, in a consumer test of 75 women.
Skinup from 12%
Hairup from 20%
Nailsup from 19%
Frequently asked questions
Why do I only need to take 2 capsules daily when other collagen supplements require 4 or more capsules per day?
I've been using collagen powder but I'm tired of the inconvenience. How are capsules better for my lifestyle?
Other collagen products give me bloating and digestive discomfort. Will these capsules cause the same problems?
I've heard marine collagen can have a strong fishy smell and taste. Does this product?
How long will it take before I notice results, and how do I know if it's actually working?
Why is the marine collagen in this product better than the bovine or porcine collagen I've used before?
This product contains ingredients beyond just collagen. Why is that important?
Is this collagen supplement clinically proven to actually reduce wrinkles, or is it just marketing hype?
| Cartidyss hydrolyzed fish cartilage | 250 mg |
| PureWay-C vitamin C | 20 mg |
| ApplePhenon apple polyphenols | 10 mg |
Per capsule. Free from gluten, wheat, dairy, lactose, soy, yeast, added sugar, artificial colours and flavours.
Uses: Helps to reduce crow’s feet wrinkles. Helps maintain healthy skin. Helps in collagen formation to maintain healthy bones, cartilage, teeth and gums, wound healing and connective tissue formation. Source of antioxidants that help protect against cell damage caused by free radicals.
Allergen: fish.
Pregnant or breastfeeding: consult a health care practitioner first.
Side effects: mild stomach discomfort is possible.
Licence: NPN 80129783.
Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if the outer safety seal is broken.
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Product details: questions, ingredients, dose and research
Product details: questions, ingredients, dose and research
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
What is Cartidyss?
What is Cartidyss?
Cartidyss is hydrolyzed fish cartilage from skate (Leucoraja naevus, Raja brachyura and Raja clavata) sourced off Brittany, France. It supplies Type II collagen together with the glycosaminoglycans that occur naturally in cartilage: chondroitin sulfate, glucosamine sulfate and hyaluronic acid.
How many capsules do I take, and when?
How many capsules do I take, and when?
Adults take 2 capsules once daily, with food or on an empty stomach. The label directs use for 3 months to see beneficial effects.
Why is the dose only 2 capsules a day?
Why is the dose only 2 capsules a day?
The daily dose is 500 mg of Cartidyss from 2 capsules. The product page explains that the collagen is enzymatically hydrolyzed to a low molecular weight and combined with glycosaminoglycans, which is why it is used at a lower amount than standard collagen powders.
Does it contain vitamin C?
Does it contain vitamin C?
Yes. Each capsule contains 20 mg of PureWay-C vitamin C, 40 mg per daily dose, alongside 10 mg of ApplePhenon apple polyphenols.
Does it smell or taste of fish?
Does it smell or taste of fish?
The product page states that a natural citrus-scented desiccant is used to control the fishy odour typical of marine collagen, and the capsule format means there is nothing to taste.
Is it suitable for vegetarians?
Is it suitable for vegetarians?
No. The collagen is from fish cartilage. The capsule itself is a vegetable capsule. The product contains fish and is labelled as an allergen.
Who should check with a health care practitioner before taking it?
Who should check with a health care practitioner before taking it?
The label states that anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding should consult a health care practitioner before use, and that some people may experience gastrointestinal discomfort.
How long does one bottle last?
How long does one bottle last?
At 2 capsules per day, the 60-capsule bottle lasts 30 days, the 120-capsule bottle 60 days and the 180-capsule bottle 90 days, which is the three-month period the label directs.
Has the ingredient been studied in people?
Has the ingredient been studied in people?
Yes. The clinical references for Cartidyss are listed under Research on this page, including a 90-day double-blind placebo-controlled study on skin published in Molecules in 2021.
Medicinal ingredients, per capsule
| Cartidyss hydrolyzed fish cartilage (Leucoraja naevus, Raja brachyura, Raja clavata) | 250 mg |
|---|---|
| Of which hydrolyzed collagen | 62% |
| Of which chondroitin sulfate | 27% |
| Of which glucosamine sulfate | 16% |
| Of which hyaluronic acid | 1% |
| PureWay-C vitamin C (ascorbic acid) | 20 mg |
| ApplePhenon apple polyphenols (70% polyphenols, Malus domestica fruit) | 10 mg |
Per daily dose (2 capsules)
| Cartidyss hydrolyzed fish cartilage | 500 mg |
|---|---|
| PureWay-C vitamin C | 40 mg |
| ApplePhenon apple polyphenols | 20 mg |
Dose and format
| Directions | Adults: 2 capsules, once daily, with food or on an empty stomach |
|---|---|
| Duration | Use for 3 months to see beneficial effects |
| Capsule type | Vegetable capsule (hypromellose) |
Source and manufacture
| Collagen type and source | Type II marine collagen from hydrolyzed skate cartilage, sustainably sourced from local fishermen in Brittany, France |
|---|---|
| Collagen form | Enzymatically hydrolyzed, low molecular weight |
| Odour control | Natural citrus-scented desiccant |
| Manufacturer | Certified Naturals |
| Health Canada licence | NPN 80129783 |
| Allergen | Fish |
| Non-medicinal ingredients | Citrus bioflavonoids, rice bran oil, colloidal silicon dioxide, dicalcium phosphate dihydrate, vegetable grade magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, hypromellose (vegetable capsule) |
| Free from | Artificial flavours, artificial colours, gluten, wheat, lactose, dairy, yeast, soy, added sugar |
| Warnings | Consult a health care practitioner before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Some people may experience gastrointestinal discomfort |
Dose and format
| Capsules per bottle | 60 |
|---|---|
| Days of supply at recommended dose | 30 |
Identifiers
| GTIN | 628341621199 |
|---|---|
| SKU | 62119 |
Research
- Maia Campos PMBG, et al.. Oral supplementation with hydrolyzed fish cartilage improves the morphological and structural characteristics of the skin: a double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study. Molecules, 26(16): 4880, 2021.
- Wauquier F, Boutin-Wittrant L, Bouvret E, Le Faouder J, Roux V, Macian N, Pickering G, Wittrant Y. Benefits of circulating human metabolites from fish cartilage hydrolysate on primary human dermal fibroblasts, an ex vivo clinical investigation for skin health applications. Nutrients, 14(23): 5027, 2022.
These references describe published research on the ingredient or on the nutrient category. They are provided for information and are not claims about this product.
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