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Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: What is collagen?
Collagen is a protein that is a vital part of the skin’s connective tissue and is essential for both appearance and elasticity of our skin. Collagen makes up 25% of all the proteins in our body and 70% of the proteins in our skin. The body’s natural collagen production begins to slow down after the age of 25.
Q: What is elastin (one of the product’s ingredients)?
It is a supportive protein very similar to collagen, and is the major connective tissue protein of elastic structures, such as large blood vessels, tendons, ligaments, etc. It constitutes 3% of skin proteins. Whereas elastin provides elasticity, collagen provides rigidity to connective tissue.
Q: How is Genuine Collagen different from other collagen products?
Genuine Collagen can actually penetrate and repair the dermis layer of the skin. There are two factors that prevent other collagen products from penetrating to such a deep layer; the size of the collagen molecule and the temperature requirements. These factors highlight what sets Genuine Collagen apart from all other collagen products available on the market.
Q. How much pure collagen is in Genuine Collagen?
About 45%, or about 98% of the total dry mass (if all water, lactic acid & oils were separated out). More precisely, Genuine Collagen has the maximum amount of collagen possible that can be completely absorbed by the external layer of skin.
Q: Why is Genuine Collagen a unique product?
No other product on the market contains “living” collagen protein. All currently available cosmetic products on the market temporarily reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Genuine Collagen has the ability to permanently renovate wrinkled epidermis and restore the natural collagen production of the skin. Until recently, very expensive and invasive injections by a plastic surgeon were the only known way to deliver substantial amount of collagen through the skin.
Q: What does it mean that Genuine Collagen is a “living” protein?
Genuine Collagen is made with fish collagen. “Living” is the secret to keeping the triple helix molecular structure intact in the filtration process after the collagen is extracted from the fish. Fish collagen also has a lower molecular mass than bovine (cow) collagen which means is reaches deeper after being applied to the epidermis. Genuine Collagen is extracted from fish skin by undergoing a unique method of silk fiber hyper filtration through a process developed in Poland and that is shown to be effective at revitalizing skin.
Q: Why is Genuine Collagen so expensive?
The collagen molecule in the Silver Carp is nearly identical to a humans’; in fact it is a little bit smaller. The unique extraction process is done entirely by hand using special glass and wood implements to ensure the collagen molecule remains completely intact. The special gel form enables the collagen to maintain its three dimensional triple helix structure and to penetrate to the deepest layer of skin. This is proven to fight the actual causes, not just the effects of aging.
Q: When will I see results? Can I have a sample?
In a sample packet, the product would not maintain its integrity and provide any results. The true benefits of Genuine Collagen come from religious long term use. Short term results will be apparent after 1-2 weeks of using the product, and the more permanent long term results will be apparent within 3-5 months. A good rule of thumb is to comparing it to working out, it will take as long to correct as it took to create.
Q: Will I become dependent on Genuine Collagen? Does the skin become accustomed to receiving protein externally, reducing its ability to produce its own?
No. It isn’t so much support from the outside, but rather an awakening of the fibroblasts inside, stimulating them to produce on their own collagen. Research has shown an increase in skin tissue after about 100 days of noninvasive topical collagen application.
Actually, with regular use of Genuine Collagen, over time you will be able to reduce the number of applications per day but still retain the beneficial effects.
Q: What is the difference between fish collagen and the collagen derived from cows?
The most important difference is that fish collagen is a “living” collagen. It has a roughly lower molecular mass than bovine collagen, and reaches deeper after being applied to the epidermis. At the moment of contact with the human organism it is not just a static bundle of “dead” amino acids that creates a water retaining “film” on the surface of the skin, but a constantly ordered, three-core spiral.
Second, fish collagen does not promote or induce allergy. The more refined the species of fish used for the extraction of collagen and the smaller the degree of pollution in the fresh water reservoirs that are the source of the fish, the smaller the number of people who become allergic to the product. The number is statistically zero. Most importantly, Genuine Collagen is extracted from fish skin by undergoing a unique method of silk fiber hyperfiltration through a process developed in Poland and that is shown to be effective at revitalizing skin.
Since 1999, plastic surgeons have used bovine collagen less and less. Fish collagen is unrelated to the spread of prions, and the media’s reporting on mad cow disease deters consumers from using bovine collagen.
Q: If it is so important to store Genuine Collagen at room temperature (or below) in order to maintain its biological structure, how is the biological structure retained when applied to skin that is 98º?
A thin layer of Genuine Collagen applied to damp skin will be absorbed in about 5 minutes. It takes 55 minutes of sustained exposure to temperatures above 79ºF for the Genuine Collagen’s triple helix structure to unwind and for the gel to decoagulate and liquefy.
Q: Where do I put the collagen? Is it only for the face?
Genuine collagen is designed for the entire body: Platinum for the face, Silver for the body and Graphite for the scalp and nails. Each grade of product is derived from three different areas of the fish skin. All three grades of Genuine Collagen contain the same ingredients. The natural variation in consistency and color results in platinum being the thickest form of gel, silver being a little more lucid and graphite more lucid yet. The more lucid the gel, the easier it is to spread across a larger area; thus the silver and graphite are for the body, scalp and nails.
Q: What is the shelf life of life of Genuine Collagen?
The “best before date”, as the manufacturer determines it, is generally set at 12 months from the production/filtration date. The shelf life of Genuine Collagen is defined as the time that the product retains its full rejuvenating capacity. It is proven that product as old as 3 years and stored at the temperature less than 68F is still fully intact.
Q: How long does each bottle of Genuine Collagen last?
Our best estimates are based on personal use and customer feedback while using the product the recommended twice a day, everyday:
- Platinum:
30ml approx 4-5 weeks
50ml apporx 6-8 weeks
100ml approx 3 months
200ml approx 6 months
- Silver and Graphite:
No recommendations are available due to individual variations in body type and overall hair density.
Q: Who do you suggest not use Genuine Collagen?
It is not recommended to use Genuine Collagen if you are pregnant, allergic to fish protein, undergoing radiotherapy, chemotherapy, kidney dialysis, or have collagenosis (connective tissue disease). Contact your doctor if you are not sure or have any concerns.
Q: How do I use apply Genuine Collagen?
Use on skin washed with a mild soap and rinsed thoroughly with water, left damp, 2-3 times a day. Collagen loves water. Collagen binds to water and collagen pulls water into the dermal layers where it gets absorbed, deeply moisturizing your skin.
Do not apply Genuine Collagen immediately after strong skin cleansers. Collagen is a protein that will break down in the presence of acids contained in strong cleansers and other tonics.
Use a small amount (fingertip size) and gently apply it to the skin (spread as thinly as possible). A thin layer is all that is needed to encourage maximum absorption of Genuine Collagen and prevent wasting this highly concentrated gel by using too much. Leave to absorb for 1-5 minutes.
You should feel a tightening sensation as it is working. A tightening sensation is the feeling of collagen being absorbed in your skin, deeper and deeper, layer after layer. Apply moisturizer as normal. Moisturizing, in addition to regular applications of Genuine Collagen, is essential to the practice of good skin care.
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