5 ways to take your daily collagen supplement
Easy and Tasty Ways to Take Your Liquid Collagen
The best supplement is the one you actually remember to take — and that's where liquid collagen has a real advantage. A pre-measured sachet takes under a minute and fits around a busy day with no scoops, shakers or mess. At Kollo we want to make your daily collagen as easy and enjoyable as possible, so here are some simple ways to fit it in. For the full background on what liquid collagen is and how it works, see our complete guide to liquid marine collagen.
What Liquid Collagen Genuinely Supports
Before the how, a quick honest word on the why. The best-evidenced benefit of collagen peptides is skin — research suggests they may support skin hydration and elasticity over 8 to 12 weeks — with promising evidence for nail strength and joint comfort too. The evidence for hair is more limited, and you may have seen claims about mood or sleep; those aren't well established for collagen, so we don't make them. Kollo's added B vitamins and vitamin C do carry authorised UK claims for energy metabolism and reducing tiredness, which is a genuine bonus.
Keep a Sachet in Your Bag
It's always handy to have a backup, especially if you travel or work away. Tuck a sachet into your bag, desk drawer or gym kit so your routine doesn't slip on a hectic day. Consistency is what the research rewards, so the easiest way to stay consistent is to never be caught without one.
Mix It With Water
One of the simplest ways to take Kollo is to mix a sachet into a glass of cold water, give it a stir, and enjoy a refreshing drink at any time of day. (Check the current packaging for the exact recommended amount of water.) It's the no-fuss option that works wherever you are.
Take It as a Shot
Worried about the taste of marine collagen? You needn't be. Kollo is carefully formulated so it doesn't taste fishy, and many people simply take it straight from the sachet as a quick daily shot — the fastest option of all when you're short on time.
Add It to Your Smoothie
If you love a smoothie packed with fresh fruit and veg, your sachet slots right in. Because Kollo comes as a liquid, you can pour it in before you blend. A nice bonus: pairing it with vitamin C-rich fruit like berries, kiwi or a splash of orange juice complements the vitamin C already in the formula, which contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin.
Take It Around Your Workout
For active people, collagen has a specific role worth understanding: it supports connective tissue — tendons, ligaments and cartilage — rather than building muscle (it's not a complete protein, so it complements your usual protein rather than replacing it). Research suggests collagen taken with vitamin C around exercise may support collagen synthesis in connective tissue. So a sachet in your gym bag or sports bottle is a sensible habit — just take it for joint and connective-tissue support, not as a muscle builder. Our guide to joint supplements covers mobility for active people in more depth.
Ways to Take Kollo at a Glance
| Method | Best for |
|---|---|
| Straight shot | Speed — under a minute, no mixing |
| Mixed in cold water | A refreshing everyday drink |
| In a smoothie | Blending into a fruit-and-veg routine |
| In your bag | Staying consistent while travelling or out |
| Around a workout | Connective-tissue support for active people |
Whichever Way You Choose
- Pick the method you'll stick to — effectiveness comes from daily consistency, not the way you drink it.
- Give it 12 weeks — the timeframe the skin and joint research is built on.
- Anchor it to a habit — morning coffee, the gym bag, your smoothie routine.
- Pair with vitamin C foods — a natural complement to the vitamin C already in Kollo.
- Keep your foundations — a balanced diet, movement and sleep do the heavy lifting; the sachet supports them.
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However you take it — shot, water or smoothie — the science is clear on one thing: consistency matters far more than the method. Pick the way that fits your day, keep a sachet handy so you never miss it, and give it the full 12 weeks the research is built on. Take collagen for what it genuinely supports — skin, with promising signs for nails and joints — alongside a balanced diet and regular movement.
Our complete guide to liquid marine collagen has the full detail on dose and results, and if you're weighing liquid against powder, our complete guide to collagen powder compares them honestly. For women thinking about their wider routine in midlife, our women's wellness guide for over 40s ties it together.
Kollo Health was co-founded by Jenni Falconer - TV presenter, Smooth Radio breakfast host, ten-time London Marathon runner and host of the RunPod podcast. Read her story and why she created Kollo.
