Scientific basis
ELASTEN® is unique. Unlike many other products, it wasn't simply based on general studies about collagen. Its effectiveness was demonstrated in several product-specific studies . These were placebo-controlled, blinded studies . Some participants received ELASTEN®, others a placebo – a substance without any active ingredient. The participants didn't know which product they had received. This allowed the results to be evaluated independently and objectively.
The results show that the first visible effects on skin and body can occur after just 4 weeks.¹
Significant improvement in skin compared to placebo product
As the figures below from the study by Bolke L. et al., 2019, show, significant changes in wrinkle volume and skin roughness were measured after twelve weeks. The columns before (Pre) and after (Post) administration illustrate the positive effects of ELASTEN®. Wrinkle volume and skin roughness decreased by up to 40 percent .
Sustainable beauty through a positive collagen balance
The appearance of the skin is influenced by natural aging processes ( intrinsic factors ) and external influences such as UV radiation, nicotine, or environmental toxins ( extrinsic factors ). The middle layer of skin, the dermis, plays a particularly important role. It contains a particularly high concentration of collagen and hyaluronic acid. Collagen forms the basic framework of the network (matrix) in the deeper layers of the skin. This framework is crucial for the appearance and elasticity of the skin .
The diagram on the right, from the study by Bolke L. et al., 2019, shows how the effect of ELASTEN® develops over the course of use. The effect increases continuously until the twelfth week of use. Even after the end of the course, the effect persists: four weeks after the last dose, the effect is still at 95 percent. This demonstrates that ELASTEN® not only has a medium-term effect but can also provide long-lasting beauty benefits .
Skin needs – and how these change with age
All the important building blocks of the skin, such as collagen, hyaluronic acid, and others, are produced by connective tissue cells (fibroblasts). Since collagen is the most abundant structural protein in the human body, many research groups worldwide are studying this important building block.
How our skin ages
Collagen is constantly broken down in the body. Therefore, it must be continually regenerated by the cells. In youth, this process works smoothly. With increasing age, the activity of fibroblasts slows down: the production of new collagen decreases, while its breakdown continues. The result: a negative collagen balance – the collagen reserves diminish. Consequently, the skin loses density, elasticity, and resilience. The targeted intake of selected collagen peptides and other micronutrients such as vitamin C can support the natural activity of fibroblasts and specifically stimulate the body's own collagen production.
As the diagram shows, the collagen content of the skin begins to decline continuously from the age of 25. Therefore, starting to take skin-relevant nutrients that stimulate collagen production from this point onward is advisable in order to support collagen production early on and slow down its breakdown . The key term here is "collagen banking."
Influenced by hormones
In addition to the normal age-related decline in collagen production, hormonal balance also changes, which is particularly noticeable during menopause. As estrogen levels drop, collagen production also declines. Studies show that from the age of 25, less and less collagen is newly formed , so the total amount of collagen in the body decreases continuously from this point onward. After menopause, the collagen content of the skin decreases even more significantly. For this reason, it is recommended to start taking skin-relevant, collagen-stimulating nutrients early on to support collagen production and slow down its breakdown . The key term here is "collagen banking."
Not all collagen peptides are created equal – quality matters.
The quality of collagen peptides depends heavily on the manufacturing process. Depending on the method, the peptides can vary in size and contain different amounts of amino acids. Important amino acids in collagen peptides include glycine , proline , and hydroxyproline . After oral ingestion, the peptides are further broken down in the stomach. This natural digestive process is essential for optimal absorption of the peptides by the body. Learn more here about what makes the collagen peptides in ELASTEN® so special and why they work in the deeper layers of the skin.
