Why is it that too many of us only start taking care of ourselves right before we are about to turn 30, or even later than that? Self-care, in whatever way or capacity, is crucial to our well-being. And if you have been guilty of neglecting it and are only just now realising it, that’s okay. We all discover things in our own time, and you can choose what works best for you. Personally, I have been in my Vida Glow era for the past 90 days, and now I’m here to share my thoughts, experience and product recommendations.
We already talked about how Vida Glow came about when we featured its founder Anna Lahey in our April issue this year. It all started over a decade ago, after Anna discovered the power of collagen on a trip to Japan. And today, Vida Glow is the world’s number one best-selling marine collagen brand, which is exactly why I was so excited to try it for myself. So when they kindly hooked me up with their award-winning Pro Collagen+ Tripeptide Supplement to enter my collagen era, I couldn’t have been more excited to try it out. If Anna had to pick one product to start with, this is the one she would recommend to you.
Pro Collagen+ is a daily collagen supplement designed to help reduce visible signs of skin ageing, and its innovative tripeptide formula contains the smallest possible collagen molecules that can be absorbed directly into your bloodstream without further breakdown. Not only is it great for your skin, it also supports nail and hair health. It’s basically a superdrug for women that does exactly what it promises to do. As someone who has always struggled with dry skin, I absolutely love how one sachet a day can make an actual difference in just a few weeks.
When you think about adding a new supplement to your daily routine, you need something simple that fits into it effortlessly without having to set up a reminder on your phone to stay consistent with it. So when I discovered that all Vida Glow collagen supplements are heat-stable and can therefore be mixed into your morning coffee and tea, I knew it’d be easy to take every day. I can proudly confirm that I managed to do that without fail. For me personally, that is an achievement.
After finishing my two boxes of Pro Collagen+ and having absolutely enjoyed my collagen era so far, Vida Glow kindly sent me the Natural Marine Collagen Sachets in multiple flavours to try as well. First of all, their packaging is absolutely gorgeous. Second of all, what a great selection of flavours! Just like Pro Collagen+, these collagen variants can be stirred into any beverage of your choice as well. They are also free from gluten, dairy, sugar and artificial flavours and designed to support healthier-looking skin, hair and nails. I can confidently say that they have done exactly that for me.
While both supplements contain collagen, there is a difference between them. The Natural Marine Collagen contains collagen peptides only, while Pro Collagen+ contains a more advanced formula designed for enhanced absorption and additional skin hydration. Whichever one you choose, you can’t go wrong with either, as they both benefit you immensely.
After drinking my daily dose of Vida Glow for 90 days so far, I can genuinely recommend it to anyone who wants to start their collagen journey. Not only has it been fun to pick a different flavour every day and enjoy it like a fun drink on ice, but it has definitely made my skin look firmer, more hydrated and made me look more alive. When your skin looks healthier, it automatically adds a boost of confidence to your day, and who doesn’t want that?
I think we often wait for a big life moment to start taking better care of ourselves, when in reality, we can start at any time. There is no perfect age, no perfect routine and no right or wrong way to do it. Sometimes, all it takes is finding something that makes you feel good and deciding to make it a part of your life. And honestly, I think we all deserve that.
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