Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body — the scaffolding that keeps skin firm, joints cushioned, and hair and nails strong. From about age 25 we lose roughly 1% of our collagen every year, which is why supplementing with hydrolyzed collagen peptides has become one of the most researched ways to support skin elasticity, joint comfort and healthy ageing.
At Health Nutrition we've supplied premium collagen to South African homes since 2016, and our range is stocked in health shops across the country. Every collagen powder we sell is hydrolyzed — broken down into small peptides your body absorbs easily — so it gets to work quickly, whether you stir it into coffee, smoothies or baking.
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| Best for | Source | Format | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active | Training, recovery & everyday joint support | Bovine (hydrolyzed peptides) | Powder, 300g |
| Vibrance | Skin elasticity, hair & nails — beauty from within | Bovine (hydrolyzed peptides) | Powder, 300g |
| Restore | Aching joints, cartilage & mobility | Bovine (hydrolyzed peptides) | Powder, 300g & 1kg |
| Alexia Rich range | Plant-based collagen support | Vegan (collagen-boosting) | Liquid, capsules, tablets & silica powder |
Restore is our most popular choice for joint health, Vibrance for skin and beauty, and Active if you train regularly. Vegan? The Alexia Rich range supports your body's own collagen production with plant-based nutrients.
Collagen supplies the amino acids (glycine, proline, hydroxyproline) your body uses to build and repair skin, joints, bones, hair and nails. Studies on hydrolyzed collagen peptides have linked daily use to improved skin elasticity and reduced joint discomfort.
Bovine collagen (from cattle) is rich in Type I and III collagen — ideal for skin, joints and bones, and the best all-rounder for most people. Marine collagen (from fish) is mainly Type I and is popular for skin. "Vegan collagen" products don't contain collagen itself (collagen is animal-derived) — instead they supply the nutrients, like silica and vitamin C, that help your body make its own. Our range focuses on 100% natural bovine collagen and vegan collagen-boosting supplements.
Most people notice changes in skin, hair and nails within 4–8 weeks of daily use, and joint comfort within 8–12 weeks. Consistency matters more than dose timing.
One to two scoops daily, stirred into coffee, tea, smoothies, oats or water. Our peptides are unflavoured and dissolve easily in hot or cold liquids.
Yes — collagen is a food-derived protein and is well tolerated daily. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or on chronic medication, check with your doctor first.
Yes — we ship nationwide, and shipping is free on orders over R800. You'll also find our range at our health shop stockists around the country.
Want to learn more? Read our guides on liquid vs powder collagen, collagen and sport performance and how collagen and silica work together.