How long do you expect a beauty supplement to show efficacy after you’ve started consuming it? Immediately? Overnight? A week later? A month later? Well, I really like the first and second answers but I usually go for a week. And if I don’t see results in a week, I’ll wait a month or in this case, I waited till I’ve completed the entire bottle. So did I see any significant improvements with this NeoCell Super Collagen+C Type 1 & 3 supplement?
Capsules vs powdered
Before discussing the results, let me tell you how I came to know this product. I first learned of Neocell from a reader by the nick of Destiny. She’s quite awesome because she’s always introducing me to goodies – I also found out about Astaxanthin through her recommendation. Destiny had introduced me to the Neocell powdered supplement in one of her comments but I didn’t get that because I found powdered formulas too troublesome. So when I spotted that Neocell had collagen capsules in these NeoCell Super Collagen+C Type 1 & 3, I decided to get a bottle to try.
GMP certified and gluten free
According to descriptions, NeoCell Super Collagen+C is made up of the collagen peptides Type 1 & 3 which support collagen in skin, hair, nails, muscles, tendons, ligaments and bones. Super Collagen+C is enzymatically hydrolyzed, providing an amino acid ratio with a low molecular weight for maximum bioavailability and utilization by the body. When Super Collagen is taken internally, the body receives the raw materials it needs to supplement the collagen found in all of these areas and may act as a messenger to trigger the synthesis of new collagen fibers. Vitamin C is added to provide optimum supplementation of your dietary collagen needs. Doesn’t it sound like an amazing beauty supplement? And the bottle of 120 tablets cost only US$10.85 at iHerb. It does not contain soy, wheat, lactose, starch, yeast, or artificial flavors and it’s GMP certified and gluten free.
Strange taste
Actually I should have finished this bottle sooner because I have to take three tablets twice daily. But I took longer as I could only swallow three tablets once in the morning as each tablet is quite big and has a strange taste. Well, I did start out taking three twice a day but when I did not see any effects after a week or so, I decided to save the trouble. And did I see any results after finishing the bottle?
Powdered formula may yield better results
Well, I wish I can say yes but I really could not tell. I might have to try another bottle or two to see better results and it’s quite tempting, given the price point. But I think I’ll give this a pass for now. I read various reviews on the powdered formula and noted that that one will probably yield better results. Maybe I’ll reconsider trying that formula down the road.
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Are you still taking AFC?
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Yes, resuming now. I like AFC.
Collagan is supposed to help our skin condition. What I wonder is if taking these have any side effects?
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Can’t be sure but I’ve taken collagen on and off for a couple of years without issues.
I tried this before but had the same results too. Maybe I should try the powder version.
Incidentally, where to buy the type of disposable ice cream sticks for applying moisturisers/creams? Last week, I visited several Watson’s and Guardian outlets but was told they didn’t carry any.
Cosmetic spatulas might be available at Sasa…not too sure. I actually use a tea stirrer after I lost mine.
Collagen is healthy for the skin.
Yes, but there are debates on the effectiveness both topical and oral collagen for the skin.
Any vitamin c you don´t need your kidneys will flush out. I don´t know about the other ingredients.
Sounds to me like a way to get expensive pee.
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Interesting point! Haha…
I have switched from the powdered variety to the capsule one for a year. Though I didn’t notice anything different about my skin, my nails have definitely become stronger and whiter. I noticed that whenever I stop for about 2 weeks, my nails get thinner :/ I’m not sure about my hair though.
That’s why I read too…seems to benefit the hair. I haven’t seen much effects on mine though.
When I was a student, and was on the topic of skin and the framework of skin; I remembered my lecturer saying that collagen is a naturally occuring substance in our body and cannot be supplemented by popping collagen pills or powder as the size of these collagen are not small enough for our body to absorb. She added that even if there is results, it would be temporary.
Bearing that in mind, I went ahead and tried the Meiji collagen powder when I started working. No noticeable results. When I tried Fancl’s nano collagen drink, my skin was plump and bouncy the next day. It could be due to the tiny molecule size of the collagen in the drink. However, the result was only for half a day or so. I used to drink a bottle of Fancl’s collagen drink the night before when I need to look pretty the next day (“,)
I’m guessing that my lecturer is right since she must have done some studies + research on collagen.
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Your teacher is probably right…from experience, they work temporarily when you take them. The effects will disappear when you stop. But I find that well…acceptable since if we stop taking a certain vitamin, we’ll also lose benefits from that particular vitamin.
I have the same experience as Tawny. My nails are definitely stronger after taking collagen supplements (took about 2 months to notice) and get weak again once I stop taking them. My hair seems to grow a lot faster too. I would continue taking the supplements for my hair and nails.
I was hoping it’ll do something for my hair but like I mentioned to Tawny, I don’t see much difference. Maybe I need to take it longer.
I don’t notice thicker hair, but it does grow longer faster. IIRC, that took longer to notice than the stronger nails though. Also does nothing for my rickety joints, unfortunately.
I don’t want my hair nor nails to grow too long too quickly actually. Haha…hmm…wonder if that’s why my hairstylist commented that my hair grew quickly.
Hey, Sesame, thanks for the fun shout out! Anyone interested in Super Collagen can check through the over 900 reviews on iherb to see the benefits. This formula is hydrolized, which means that unlike some others, it does get absorbed..within 12 minutes!
I know what you mean about the six pills! If you want an easy to take form, try the liquid NeoCell Collagen +C Pomegranate or the Super Collagen powder. While I have gotten hair skin and nail benefits, I like it most for no more joint pain!
I might give it a try…just that for powder, I need to mix the drink and may end up not taking as regularly as popping pills.
My friend recommended me this product. This is actually the first time I’ll be using it, though I’ve heard about it several times already. How can I be sure it does not have side effects?
You can’t be sure…nobody can guarantee that.
Hi dear, do you still consume it?
How is the taste and smell?? I am considering to switch to tablet for travelling soon this year end.
I am having the powder version for 5 days and I would say it is terrifyingly working!
haha…it smells and tastes awful though,,I mix it with stevia vanilla flavor to cover the taste,,,while the smell, I use couple drops of peppermint oil. I drink 3300mg in the morning before breakfast. and the rest 3300mg before bed. So far so good~no pimple or rashes (yay!)
and my scars are fading so fast,,faster than AHA alone.
I pair collagen+AHA application => faster scar fading.
oh,,even 4000mg MSM + AHA before didn’t work this fast! fyi, i’m on MSM 4000mg before collagen for 3months, it does make my hair grow longer faster though (MSM).
and I “think” my skin somewhat smoother (?)
Have you tried hyaluronic acid before (supplement)??
You see, I take loads of supplement before…I’m aiming to depend on purely supplement now~yes, I don’t want to apply anything on my face (hopefully the day will come!)
I haven’t taken the powder version to know if this is worse but it does smell and taste slightly strange…not yucky bad though. But I think the powdered version is more potent. I didn’t see much results with one bottle. Personally, I agree that supplements work. I can’t seem to take hyaluronic acid, or those with high content of this ingredient. Seems to make my skin itch.
Hmm~i think I need to reconsider taking HA,,,me too has tendency of skin allergies. Powder version is more potent but it is troublesome for travelling~
Well, somemore the powder version tastes really yuck! And when the first time I smelled it, I almost puke!
I don’t really mind the taste, but I mind the smell! Seeing the review on iherb, seems it still works but~I’m thinking how to cover the smell if it is on tablet form…
I hadn’t realized that the powdered form might smell worse…anyway I’m unlikely to take it.
Just had to tell you that my sister’s hair was falling out and her acne was really bad. She is 38. She started taking this a few months ago, and her skin cleared up, and it is radient compared with what it was. Her hair stopped falling out, and is coming in thicker, too. I started taking it, and the first thing I noticed is my shoulder (joint? rotater cuff?) area has quit aching. I will continut to take this until my 350 ct. bottle is gone, then I will report back. I am only a week into this.
That’s great…glad it worked for you and your sis.
Thanks for your helpful post!
Can you please tell me more details bout its smell and taste? I bought a 350 tab size, though the saler said its original but im still worry, mine smells like milk, and when i chew it, it likes when you eat biscuits
hope forward to hear you soon
big thanks
I don’t know mine smells like milk…maybe somewhat. But I didn’t chew it so have no idea if it taste like biscuits.
Hi, where can i get Neocell Super Collagen in Singapore?
You can trying googling for it but I doubt it’s been brought in.
WHere did you get yr supply?
From iHerb.