What is collagen? Protein, peptides and vitamin C
Collagen is a structural protein made by your body and found in skin, bones, tendons and cartilage. Hydrolysed collagen provides shorter protein fragments called peptides. Hi! Collagen brings Naticol fish collagen together with vitamin C, which contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin.
Collagen in your body
Collagen is found in connective tissues such as skin, bone, tendons and cartilage. Its protein chains form structures suited to different tissues. Your body builds and renews those structures using nutrients from the diet, making a varied diet an important part of your daily routine.
What are collagen peptides?
Peptides are shorter chains of amino acids. “Hydrolysed collagen” describes collagen broken into smaller fragments during production. Digestion continues after consumption; amino acids and some small peptides can be absorbed. Research examines both this absorption process and outcomes for particular collagen preparations.
Why vitamin C appears alongside collagen
Vitamin C has an established role in the body’s own collagen formation. Hi! Collagen combines 5000 mg Naticol fish collagen with 80 mg vitamin C in a 5.1 g powder portion. The vitamin C amount is 100% of the EU nutrient reference value, a standard benchmark that helps you compare the amounts listed on food labels.
What collagen research examines
Published reviews examine skin and musculoskeletal outcomes with specific collagen preparations. The 2025 skin meta-analysis and 2026 umbrella review compare the available studies, their quality and outcomes. Look at preparation, dose, endpoint and study type when exploring this research.
Do symptoms reveal a collagen deficiency?
Wrinkles, brittle nails, hair loss and joint discomfort have multiple possible explanations. They are not a home diagnostic test for low collagen, and persistent or new symptoms deserve appropriate assessment. Do not use a supplement in place of care for a wound, an injury, a suspected bone problem or unexplained hair loss.
Hi! Collagen: the actual daily portion
| Label detail | Amount or instruction |
|---|---|
| Daily powder portion | 5.1 g |
| Naticol fish collagen | 5000 mg |
| Vitamin C | 80 mg — 100% NRV |
| Net pack weight | 152.91 g — approximately 30 portions |
| Preparation | Mix into a glass of water, juice or milk |
Vitamin C has a clear role alongside the fish collagen:
Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin.
Read the full Hi! Collagen composition and directions
Ingredients, allergies and storage
Hi! Collagen contains fish-derived collagen and vitamin C. Its label also warns of possible milk including lactose, soy, peanuts, other nuts, sesame, gluten-containing cereals, eggs and crustaceans. It is not suitable for children, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or anyone allergic to an ingredient. Do not exceed the labelled daily portion. Store dry at 5–25°C and use within six months after opening, while respecting the minimum-durability date. Food supplements do not replace a varied diet and healthy lifestyle.
Frequently asked questions
How can a collagen powder fit into a daily routine?
Your body makes collagen using nutrients supplied by food. A collagen powder offers a measured portion of collagen peptides alongside a varied diet. Hi! Collagen combines fish collagen and vitamin C in one daily drink.
What roles do collagen and vitamin C have in the formula?
Collagen is the protein ingredient, while vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin. Hi! Collagen combines 5000 mg Naticol fish collagen with 80 mg vitamin C per daily portion.
What does one Hi! Collagen portion contain?
The daily portion is 5.1 g of powder, with 5000 mg Naticol fish collagen and 80 mg vitamin C. Mix it into a glass of water, juice or milk.
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