Scroll through your Instagram feed, and you’ll likely spot it: an influencer holding a pastel-colored bottle, claiming that just a few sips a day can give you glowing, youthful skin. This is part of the growing “edible beauty” trend, which includes collagen powders, “glow drinks,” and other supplements that promise to improve skin from the inside out.
For years, experts have been skeptical. Many argued that drinking collagen was pointless because stomach acid breaks down the protein before it can reach the skin and have any effect.
So, who is right: the influencers or the skeptics?
Recent research in dermatological nutrition suggests that edible beauty products can have real effects, but there’s a catch. The type of collagen or nutrient, its dosage, and how it is absorbed by the body are all critical. Not every supplement works, and the quality of the product matters.
In short, edible beauty is more than just marketing hype, but to see results, you need to choose the right products and use them consistently. As science evolves, it seems that nutrition and skincare are becoming increasingly interconnected, making what you eat just as important as what you apply on your skin.