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The Dirty Truth About Collagen
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Michelle Narducci
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Published on: Dec 17, 2024
What the supplement industry doesn’t want you to know about how collagen is really made and the questionable studies behind it.
Collagen Has a Dirty Secret
Collagen has become one of the most talked-about supplements in the beauty and wellness industry. You’ll see it on influencer feeds, in smoothie bars, and on drugstore shelves... all promising glowing skin, thicker hair, and youthful joints.
But here's the part they don't tell you: almost every collagen supplement on the market comes from animal waste.
That’s right, the collagen in your favorite “beauty powder” is made by boiling down cow hides, pig skin, and fish scales left over from the meat and leather industries.
It’s not the glamorous ritual brands make it out to be. It’s industrial byproduct repackaged as self-care.
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The Science Isn’t on Their Side
Here’s the kicker: even if you can stomach where it comes from, science doesn’t back up the hype.
According to a 2025 NPR investigation, the biggest collagen supplement studies showing “improved skin and joint health” were mostly low-quality and funded by the supplement industry itself.
“High-quality studies and studies not funded by industry did not show a significant association,” said Dr. Shadi Kourosh Senna, Harvard dermatologist.
Translation? The glowing results you’ve seen online are mostly marketing, not independent research.
Collagen supplements don’t directly “add” collagen to your body. Once ingested, they’re broken down into amino acids, just like any other protein.
What Your Body Actually Needs
Here’s what does work: helping your body produce and protect its own collagen naturally.
Collagen production depends on a handful of key nutrients — things like vitamin C, biotin, amino acids, and antioxidants. These help your body synthesize and preserve collagen from within, instead of trying to replace it with animal scraps.
That’s why more and more celebrities and nutrition experts are ditching traditional collagen powders in favor of plant-based collagen support.
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Enter Practice Session Collagen Booster... a 100% plant-based formula designed to help your body naturally build and protect its own collagen.
It combines:
Biotin – Supports keratin production for stronger hair, nails, and skin.
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Bamboo Shoot Extract – A rich source of silica that supports new collagen formation.
No animal parts. No fillers. Just clean, plant-powered ingredients that work with your body, not against it.
For decades, the beauty industry has relied on animal waste to sell “youth in a jar.” But we’re living in a new era... one where science, efficacy, and truth matter just as much as results.
And the best part? It actually works with your biology instead of pretending to replace it.
The Bottom Line
Collagen isn’t bad, but the way it’s been marketed is. The dirty truth is out: animal collagen powders aren’t necessary, and the science backing them is questionable.
Your body is already capable of producing collagen naturally, it just needs the right nutrients to do it.
That’s the beauty of Practice Session Collagen Booster - real results, without the waste.
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Everything You Need To Know
What makes this different from other collagen supplements?
Most collagen supplements are made from animal parts (think cow hides or fish scales 😬).
Ours is 100% vegan and helps your body naturally produce and protect its own collagen with plant-based ingredients - no animals harmed, ever.
Will it actually work without animal collagen?
Yep! Your body already knows how to make collagen - you just need the right building blocks.
Ingredients like Biotin, Dermaval®, and Bamboo Shoot Extract give your body what it needs to keep your skin firm, hair strong, and nails healthy.
When will I start seeing results?
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Is it safe to take every day?
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Does it help with more than just beauty?
Absolutely. Collagen isn’t just about hair, skin, and nails - it’s also a big deal for your joints, connective tissue, and recovery after workouts. Many customers say they feel less stiffness and bounce back faster after exercise.
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