Ingestible collagen is one of the many wellness trends that have been making the rounds across social media. In fact, the hashtag “collagen” alone has amassed a staggering 4.2 billion views on TikTok. For the uninitiated, collagen is the protein that maintains the elasticity of our skin. Since our bodies produce less of it as we age, more and more people are turning to collagen drinks in hopes that they can keep wrinkles and sagging skin at bay. But do they really live up to the hype? To find out, two members of Team GirlStyle incorporated Kinohimitsu’s collagen drinks into their diets for a week.
There was no better option to put to the test. After all, Kinohimitsu is one of the leading brands for beauty and health supplements and was even awarded the best-selling collagen brand* in both Singapore and Malaysia. Read on for our review and to find out how you can purchase the drinks at a special price.
*According to NielsenIQ 2022/2023.
Isaac, 24
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I must confess that I was initially reluctant to give Kinohimitsu’s Collagen Beauty drink a go because I thought it was just meant for ladies. However, after reading up on its properties, I became convinced that collagen is equally important for men.
As a gym rat who is very particular about my diet, I felt assured by how this drink is 100% natural, safe, and does not contain any additives. Moreover, the bottles are lightweight and portable, so I often take my dose of Collagen Beauty while on my way to the gym for my daily workout. This drink also helps to curb my appetite, which is great because I shouldn’t eat too much before working out. With prominent apple and lychee flavours, I think of this drink as my daily juice with additional benefits.
While reading up on the product, I also learnt that it is formulated for young adults under 25 years old. That’s because the Collagen Beauty drink contains 2500mg of Marine Collagen Peptides, which is the dose that young adults ought to consume for the best results. It turns out that any excess will get flushed out by our bodies, which is a pretty cool fun fact! I was surprised to find that my skin indeed became smoother after just one week.
Kristy, 25
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I recently discovered that when we reach the age of 25, our body's collagen levels begin to decline at a rate of approximately 1% per year. As such, I was down to try Kinohimitsu’s Collagen Diamond drink, which contains 5300mg of Marine Collagen Peptides. Since the lychee and lemon flavours are especially prominent, it tastes super zesty!
To achieve optimal results, I followed the recommended instructions and drank one bottle of the supplement daily for the first six days. Afterwards, I drank one bottle on alternate days. Within a week, my skin felt bouncier and looked less dull.
When I first added it to my diet, I went down a rabbit hole on TikTok, which truly opened my eyes to a dual approach to skincare. I learnt the importance of both external and internal care. While I was always — and still am — diligently applying anti-ageing skincare products on my face, I never really tried supplements. Now I make a conscientious effort to supply my body with the essential building blocks necessary for achieving and maintaining healthy, radiant skin.
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Down to try a collagen drink that best fits your needs? Well, Kinohimitsu has the widest range available in the region! In celebration of its 25th anniversary, the brand is currently offering discounts of up to 30% off on selected items, making it the perfect opportunity for you to stock up on your favourite products or try something new.
You can shop online via Shopee, Lazada, Qoo10, Amazon, iShopChangi, TikTok shop or at your nearest physical store. Psst, Kinohimitsu is also offering additional discounts of up to $35, exclusively available on their website!
