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BECOME Study: Comparative Efficacy of Bovine and Marine Collagen Versus Placebo on Skin, Hair, Nails and Whole Body Health Markers
Led by Ancient + Brave · Updated on 2024-09-19
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Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
3 weeks
Total Duration
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Sponsors
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Ancient + Brave
Lead Sponsor
P
Princeton Consumer Research
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating the effects of bovine and marine collagen supplements compared to a placebo on skin, hair, nails, and overall body health in healthy adult women aged 35 to 55 years. This randomized controlled trial, called the BECOME Study, aims to find which type of collagen is most effective at improving outcomes such as skin elasticity, nail strength, hair thickness, and other health markers related to skin and whole body wellness. Participants will take 10 grams of either bovine collagen, marine collagen, or a placebo powder daily throughout the study period. The study includes three groups receiving these supplements to compare their effects directly. The intervention lasts for 12 weeks, with assessments at the start, week 6, and week 12. During the study, participants will be evaluated on changes in nail growth and strength, skin elasticity and wrinkles, hair thickness and strength, skin pigmentation, and hydration. Subjective assessments of skin health and digestive quality of life will also be collected at baseline and follow-up visits. The trial includes safety monitoring and aims to capture both objective and personal perceptions of health improvements over the 12-week period.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Benefit of Bovine or Marine Collagen Vs. Placebo on Skin, Hair, Nails and Whole Body Health in Healthy Adults
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Female participants aged 35 to 55 years
- Comfortable taking bovine or marine collagen (non-vegan/vegetarian)
- Must provide informed consent
- Willing to comply with all study requirements
You will not qualify if you...
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women
- History of chronic skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis
- Active skin infections or severe acne
- Currently taking collagen supplements or used them within the last 6 months
- Use of medications or topical agents affecting skin, hair, nails, or gastrointestinal health (e.g., corticosteroids, retinoids)
- Excessive alcohol use or current smokers
- Regular use of sunbeds
- Recent cosmetic procedures on skin, hair, or nails within the last 3 months (e.g., Botox, fillers, chemical peels, laser treatments)
- Any condition that may interfere with study compliance or informed consent
- Poor adherence to previous study protocols
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
Duration - 12 weeks
Participants take 10g of bovine or marine collagen powder daily, or placebo, while their skin, hair, nails, and whole body health are monitored.
1 baseline visit and 2 follow-up visits (Week 6 and Week 12)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Princeton Consumer Research, 8 Richmond Road, Dukes Park
Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom, CM2 6UA
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Research Team
J
Jenna Macciochi, PhD
B
Becky Clarke
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
PREVENTION
Number of Arms
3
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