Vecollage® Fortify L is a vegan collagen polypeptide that is identical to a carefully selected section of human collagen type III. It fortifies the skin matrix by preventing the age-related degradation of vital components of the extracellular matrix (ECM) and stimulating the biosynthesis of the most abundant collagen types. Produced by precision fermentation, Vecollage® Fortify L offers a choice to consumers who want to maintain their skin's youthful appearance while also supporting ethical and conscious beauty practices.

Key benefits:

• Guards against breakdown of ECM proteins
• Promotes synthesis of collagen I, especially in the papillary dermis
• Enhances collagen content in the skin 
• Simple & traceable fermentation process based on renewable feedstock ensuring consistent quality and high purity

Collagen is a key structural protein in the skin's extracellular matrix, essential for supporting a  youthful appearance. It aids in cellular regeneration and is the most abundant protein in mammals, comprising about 30% of total protein content. Over the past 50 years, understanding of collagen's role has expanded, revealing 28 types with unique functions. Fibrillar collagens are crucial for skin's tensile strength and structural framework.

Consumer interest in collagen has surged since the post-WWII era, peaking in the mid-1980s and growing in mainstream media post-1998, especially in skincare. Recent data shows increasing use of "collagen" in beauty product descriptions, highlighting its importance. Consumers are now turning to non-animal, biotechnology-based collagen solutions for a more ethical approach to skincare.

To find out more about the protein, it's functions, and what today's consumer is looking for read the blog article about collagen.

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