GOLD COLLAGEN questions
1. Who should take GOLD COLLAGEN® products?
GOLD GOLLAGEN® nutritional liquid beauty supplements are designed for adults who wish t o promote healthy and beautiful looking skin, hair and nails or who wish to counteract t he visible signs of ageing. There are 3 products in the GOLD COLLAGEN® range – Pure, Active and Forte.
2. Which GOLD COLLAGEN® product is right for me?
All GOLD GOLLAGEN® products have been formulated to promote a healthy and beautiful appearance and to counteract the visible signs of ageing. All products will help to boost natural collagen production, improve hydration, reduce the appearance of wrinkles and improve skin suppleness. Pure GOLD GOLLAGEN® is designed for women showing the first signs of ageing while GOLD GOLLAGEN® Forte is for women aged 40+ with more advanced signs of ageing and Active GOLD GOLLAGEN® is for men and women with more active lifestyles, or those needing support for their joints.
3. Where can I buy the products?
The products can be purchased directly on e-shop www.beautyservice.ee. GOLD COLLAGEN® is also available from our partners.
4. Who makes GOLD COLLAGEN®?
MINERVA Research Labs Ltd. registered in the UK with offices in London, New York, and Tokyo. The products are manufactured in a state of the art manufacturing facility in Japan, certified with I SO 9001 Quality Management System.
5. How long has the product been on the market?
Pure GOLD COLLAGEN® was first launched in Boots pharmacies in the UK in 2011. Active GOLD COLLAGEN® was launched October 2013 and GOLD GOLLAGEN® Forte was launched in August 2014.
6. What is collagen?
Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body needed f or the structure and density of the skin. Approximately 80% of young and healthy skin is made up of collagen, how ever, with time and natural age in the
body’s ability to replenish collagen decreases by about 1.5% per year .
7. What is the difference between the collagen in the skin and the collagen in the product?
The collagen naturally present in our skin, joints, tendons and ligaments has a high molecular weight ( ~300kDa). If applied on skin topically, it cannot be absorbed and if ingested, it is not easily digested or absorbed. The collagen used in our product is hydrolysed collagen (a smaller peptide form of collagen), which has a lower molecular weight (0.3 – 8KDa). It is easily digested in the stomach and absorbed in the small intestine where it enters the blood stream and reaches the deeper layer of the skin.
8. How does GOLD COLLAGEN® differ from your average anti-ageing cream?
GOLD COLLAGEN® stimulates the cells responsible for the body’s own natural production of collagen, elastin and moisture-retaining hyaluronic acid. It is able to work in the deeper layer of the skin (dermis) and all over the body, whereas creams act on the outer layer of the skin (epidermis) only.
9. I ’m in my 30’s, should I take GOLD COLLAGEN® Forte?
GOLD COLLAGEN® Forte has been specifically designed for women aged over 40, or women who have more advanced signs of ageing. If you are in your 30’s then Pure GOLD COLLAGEN® should be the right product for you as it helps to counteract first signs of ageing and promote a more beautiful appearance. With regular use, you can expect an improvement in hydration and radiance, fine lines and wrinkles will appear reduced and skin will feel firmer.
10. I ’m already taking Pure GOLD COLLAGEN®, should I take the new Forte product or stick with Pure?
If you are happy with the results of Pure GOLD COLLAGEN® then you should continue with the program. If you are over 40 years old or have more advance signs of ageing which you would like to target then perhaps GOLD COLLAGEN® Forte is better suited t o your needs.
11. Where does the collagen come from?
MINERVA Research Labs uses hydrolysed collagen extracted from fish skin (Tilapia fish); no other animal sources of collagen are used. All fish used to extract the collagen come from fish farms registered by the European Union for the import of edible fish and are deemed fit for human consumption and guaranteed by health certificates signed by official veterinarians.
12. Why are the products in a liquid form rather than tablets?
Aside from being easier to swallow, a liquid is more readily absorbed as soon as it enters the stomach. Daily dosage ( 50ml) of GOLD COLLAGEN® contains up to 5,000 mg of hydrolysed collagen which can be up t o 20 times more than a typical collagen tablet. Tablets and capsules may cost less, but in reality, liquid represents far better value as more hydrolysed collagen can be absorbed and distributed to the body.
13. Do the products contain fish oils, porcine, chicken, beef, antibiotics, hormones (or phyto hormones or phytoestrogens), genetically modified organisms, use of nano technology, gluten, sugars, alcohol, artificial preservatives, or artificial colours?
No, GOLD COLLAGEN® products do not contain any of the above mentioned.
14. Do the products exert narcotic and psychotropic effects or have potent or drastic components, radioactive substances, banned food additives, antibiotics, insecticides and rodenticides?
No, GOLD COLLAGEN® products do not have any of the above mentioned.
15. Are t he products suitable for vegetarians?
GOLD COLLAGEN® products contains collagen proteins extracted from the skin of the fish.
16. Are the products halal and kosher?
Yes. We have a certificate from the Islamic and Cultural Centre certifying that the fish-extracted hydrolysed collagen used in our GOLD COLLAGEN® products is halal. It is also certified kosher and deemed to fully meet the requirements of the Orthodox Jewish Dietary Laws.
17. What does the product taste like?
Pure GOLD COLLAGEN® has a peach and passion fruit flavor, Active GOLD COLLAGEN® has an apple and mango flavor and GOLD COLLAGEN® Forte has a peach and lychee flavor. All products also have a hint of a spicy note from the black pepper extract (Bioperine TM).
18. What is the function of the black pepper extract?
Bioperine(TM) is the black pepper extract clinically proven to increase bioavailability thus enhancing the absorption of nutrients from the formula. Clinical studies carried out in the U.S. demonstrate its safety and efficacy for nutritional use. Bioperine (TM) is patented worldwide.
19. What is the source of hyaluronic acid?
GOLD COLLAGEN® contains hyaluronic acid (HA) produced by fermentation process
20. Do the GOLD COLLAGEN® products contain gold?
No. The products do not contain any gold. Pure GOLD COLLAGEN®, Active GOLD COLLAGEN® and GOLD COLLAGEN® Forte are registered trademarks belonging to MINERVA Research Labs
21. Doesn’t the stomach acid destroy the collagen preventing it from reaching the dermis (skin’s deeper layer)?
No. The collagen peptides i n our product are specifically formulated to retain t heir structural integrity and cannot be broken down by the stomach acid or enzymes.
22. What is the difference between Pure Gold Collagen Mini and Pure Gold Collagen?
PURE GOLD COLLAGEN® MINI is exactly the same as PURE GOLD COLLAGEN® except it comes in a more concentrated 30ml si
23. What is the recommended daily dose and best time of day to take the product?
We recommend drinking 1 bottle (50ml) on an empty stomach for best absorption. Alternatively you can consume the product after meals if you experience indigestion or gastrointestinal upset. We also recommend taking the product as an energy boost because it contains vitamin B6. Pure and Active contains vitamin B6 at 100% Nutrient Reference Value (NRV) formerly known as RDA or recommended daily allowance and Forte contains 118% NRV of vitamin B6.
24. Can the GOLD COLLAGEN® products be taken in combination with other food supplements?
Yes, however, please bear in mind that each product contains ingredients such as vitamins that are already at the maximum recommended daily allowance (RDA, now replaced by NRV Nutrient Reference Value) so you need to ensure that you do not exceed your daily nutritional needs. It would be best to consult with your doctor to ensure you are receiving the optimal amount for your daily nutritional needs.
25. For how long do you need to use the product to see visible results?
The product results will vary depending on the individual and their starting skin, hair, health conditions, diet and lifestyle. According to our clinical trial results, with daily and consecutive use of the product (1x 50ml bottle), one can expect the skin to become more hydrated within 3 weeks, followed by a r eduction in fine lines and deeper wrinkles within 6 weeks and an increase in skin elasticity within 9 weeks. Some individuals have reported to experience more positive results and/or at a faster rate than others. Our recommendation is that the product should be taken for 12 weeks in order to realize all its benefits. The reafter, it is a personal decision to continue, take a break or stop the treatment depending upon one’s own lifestyle and circumstances
26. What happens when I stop taking the product?
Our research studies show that the level of collagen slowly reverts back to its original level when t he GOLD COLLAGEN® treatment started
27. Can I use the product if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
There are no studies at present t hat support t he use of food supplements during pregnancy or lactation. Therefore, it is not recommended, unless otherwise suggested by your doctor
28. Can the products be taken with medication?
It is unlikely that they will adversely interact with any medication. However, we recommend that anyone suffering from a serious illness or those who are under medical supervision in general, consult their doctor prior to taking GOLD COLLAGEN® products
29. Can I take GOLD COLLAGEN® if I am on Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)?
Yes. However, we recommend that anyone suffering from a serious illness or those who are under medical supervision in general, consult their doctor prior to taking GOLD COLLAGEN® products.
30. Are there any side effects associated with the GOLD COLLAGEN® products?
If you have experienced allergic reactions to fish or soya products, DO NOT take GOLD COLLAGEN®. Consuming too much collagen i.e. more than 10,000mg (10 grams) per day may lead t o a mild gastrointestinal upset
31. Are the products suitable for diabetics?
Yes. Our product contains natural sweetener Stevia and sucralose. However, if you have any concerns, we recommend consulting your doctor prior to taking GOLD COLLAGEN® products.
32. Are t he products tested for quality and safety?
Yes. Laboratory tests are carried out on the finished products to ensure that they are safe for human consumption and meet quality standards.
33. Which skin type can benefit from the hydrogel mask?
GOLD COLLAGEN® HYDROGEL MASK is clinically proven to be extremely effective in increasing skin moisture, improving skin tone and educing signs-of photo-ageing in every type of skin. It can also be used in treatment of common skin conditions of e.g. dry, dull skin. GOLD COLLAGEN® Hydrogel Mask reduces skin erythema and pigmentation linked to photo-ageing.
Due to its hydrogel base technology and soothing properties of active ingredients mask can be also applied immediately after aesthetic procedures requiring immediate cooling effects.
34. What’s the difference between the hydrogel mask and cream masks?
Hydrogels are three-dimensional polymer networks known to have the most effective moisturising properties due to their high water content. Further to its moisturising properties, the hydrogel base used in the GOLD COLLAGEN® Hydrogel Mask is thermosensitive. This type of hydrogel was specifically chosen to facilitate a localised, controlled and continuous delivery of active compounds, which are released upon a change in the physical properties of the hydrogel base due to thermal stimuli. When applied to face the GOLD COLLAGEN® HYDROGEL MASK provides an immediate cooling effect and once the mask reaches body temperature, it slowly releases its active ingredients into the skin
35. How often do you advice to use the hydrogel mask?
Remarkable effects were observed in a clinical study already after 1 mask application, further highly statistically significant increase in skin hydration and improvement in the skin tone were observed after 4 applications of the GOLD COLLAGEN® HYDROGEL MASK. Mask should be applied topically on clean skin once a week for a minimum of 4 weeks to achieve the maximum of benefits of increased skin hydration and luminosity.
36. Is the mask reusable?
No, mask should be disposed after use.
37. What is the best moment of the day to use the mask?
GOLD COLLAGEN® HYDROGEL MASK can be applied at any time of a day; it might be a perfect base for the make-up and make the skin radiant before the big night - out. However, application of the mask before the bed time will allow skin to absorb the nutrients in the masks fully.
38. How long does the mask need to stay on my face?
Mask should be applied on dry, clean skin for 30 minutes. Hydrophilic hydrogel base technology together with the penetrating abilities of hyaluronan create a mask which is able to deliver the active ingredients into the skin, leading to significant improvement in skin hydration, skin tone and skin appearance within 30 minutes.
39. Do I need to wash off the remaining liquid on my face afterwards?
Mask should be removed gently and any excess moisture which is not absorbed after 30 minutes can be gently massaged into the skin.