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The Collagen Supplement This Trainer Uses For Strong Skin & Hair* 

Alexandra Engler
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May 12, 2023
Alexandra Engler
Senior Beauty & Lifestyle Director
By Alexandra Engler
Senior Beauty & Lifestyle Director
Alexandra Engler is the senior beauty and lifestyle director at mindbodygreen and host of the beauty podcast Clean Beauty School. Previously, she's held beauty roles at Harper's Bazaar, Marie Claire, SELF, and Cosmopolitan; her byline has appeared in Esquire, Sports Illustrated, and Allure.com.
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May 12, 2023

When you think of people who need hardworking skin care routines, who comes to mind? Perhaps you think of makeup artists, estheticians, and other folk who professionally reside in the beauty space. After all, they are fully invested in using only the best, highest quality of products for both themselves and their clients.

But, I might also argue that trainers and athletes need something top-notch, too. If fitness is your profession, chances are you're putting your hair and skin through increased exposure to the elements, more physical wear and tear (especially on the hair), and increased washing, which can be stripping if not done correctly.

Of course, a fitness routine does a great deal of good for your skin and body—and should be celebrated as such—it's just that being active without taking the proper skin and hair care precautions can do a number as well. The good news is that it's surprisingly easy to build a beauty routine for the fitness-minded.

First, always wear SPF if you exercise outdoors. Second, keep a face- and hair-wash schedule that is mindful of your needs while not stripping your natural oils or messing with your skin microbiome. Finally, invest in a good hair- and skin-focused supplement—one that can do some of the heavy lifting for you. 

The supplement this trainer uses to keep her skin & hair strong*

Collagen supplements are loved in the wellness industry for several reasons, hair and skin included. The fitness-minded love them, as they can also help enhance joint health and comfort1.* Those trying to improve digestive health love them, as they can help support the gut's lining2.* Beauty folk love them for the way they promote your body's own natural collagen and elastin production3.* 

Talk about benefits to go around, no? 

"As someone who is constantly sweating and working out, I'm always challenging my skin, hair, and nails: From boxing to riding my bike and working with clients, I put my body through a lot. I started taking mbg's beauty & gut collagen+ because it hits multiple angles,"* says Nike trainer and founder of ASH FIT Ash Wilking.

"I knew it was going to help the strength of my hair and nails and create a glow in my skin. I've been taking it for a few months now, and I've noticed a huge difference in my skin's texture, tone, and hydration and my hair's strength and smoothness. I add a serving to my morning coffee every day, and I feel like I'm starting my day off on the right foot."* 

She's right—research 4shows that collagen peptides support skin elasticity and dermal collagen density5.* And mbg's own beauty & gut collagen+ goes the extra step by adding a host of other nutrients and botanical bioactives.

There are vitamins C and E, both vital to the body's natural collagen synthesis process.* There are antioxidant actives like curcumin (from turmeric root) and sulforaphane (from broccoli seed) to help combat oxidative stress.* And there are two barrier-supportive bioactives: hyaluronic acid to support your skin barrier, and L-glutamine to support the health and integrity of your gut lining.*

The takeaway

Staying fit and active does many wonderful things for your body, hair and skin included. However, if you're not careful—the wear and tear can lead to stressed-out skin and hair.

Be mindful of your beauty routine to ensure it's protecting you while you move. One of the easiest ways to do that is through skin-smart supplements like collagen peptides.* 

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medications, consult with your doctor before starting a supplement routine. It is always optimal to consult with a health care provider when considering what supplements are right for you.

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