Type 1 Collagen: What It Is and Where It Comes From
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Type 1 collagen is the most common collagen in the human body, making up most of the collagen in skin, bone, tendons and ligaments. In supplements, Type 1 mainly comes from fish skin (marine collagen) and cattle hide (bovine collagen).
What is type 1 collagen found in?
Type 1 collagen forms thick, strong fibres. In the body it is found in the dermis of the skin, in bone, in tendons and ligaments, in the cornea of the eye and in the connective tissue around organs.
It is estimated to make up around 90% of the collagen in the body, which is why it is the type most often listed first on labels.
Which supplements contain type 1 collagen?
Marine collagen is mainly Type 1, because fish skin is rich in it. Bovine collagen from hide provides Type 1 together with Type 3. Multi-collagen blends include Type 1 alongside other types.
If a product lists only Type 1, it is usually marine. If it lists Types 1 and 3, it is usually bovine.
Related reading: collagen types explained; what is marine collagen?; what is bovine collagen?.
Type 1 vs type 2 collagen: what is the difference?
Type 1 forms fibres in skin, bone and tendon. Type 2 is the main collagen in cartilage and usually comes from chicken sternum or other cartilage. They have different structures and come from different source tissues, so a product cannot provide meaningful Type 2 from fish skin or hide alone.
Type 1 vs type 3 collagen
Types 1 and 3 often sit side by side. Type 3 forms a finer mesh and is especially common in skin and blood vessels. Bovine hide collagen naturally provides both.
Hyoomen's collagen figures
Hyoomen Marine Collagen contains 10,000 mg of hydrolysed wild-caught marine collagen peptides per daily serving, providing Type I.
Hyoomen Bovine Collagen Peptides contains 10,000 mg of PEPTAN® B hydrolysed bovine collagen peptides per 10 g serving, providing Types I and III, unflavoured and sourced from grass-fed cattle.
See Hyoomen Bovine Collagen Peptides.
All three are packed in resealable doypack pouches. Compare the Hyoomen collagen range.
Frequently asked questions
What is type 1 collagen good for?
People often choose Type 1 collagen as part of skin and beauty routines because it is the main collagen in skin. There are no authorised health claims for collagen in the UK.
Is marine collagen type 1?
Yes, marine collagen is mainly Type 1.
Is type 1 collagen available as a tablet?
Yes, but tablets hold far less per unit than powder. Reaching 10,000 mg would take many tablets, which is why powder is common.
Is type 1 collagen the same as type 1 collagen peptides?
Peptides are Type 1 collagen that has been hydrolysed into smaller pieces so it dissolves easily.
Important
This article is general information, not medical advice. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking any medication or under medical supervision, speak to your GP or pharmacist before taking a supplement. Do not exceed the stated recommended daily dose.