SCIENCE · RESEARCH NOTE

Collagen Peptides + Brittle Nails: Clinical Study

Clinical study on collagen peptides and brittle nails

Study

Hexsel et al. (2017) — Study evaluating bioactive collagen peptides and nail outcomes in people with brittle nail syndrome.

Study focus

The study measured nail growth and brittleness during consistent use of bioactive collagen peptides.

Findings

Researchers reported increased nail growth and reduced nail breakage over the study period.

Relevance to Magic You

This study provides research context for ingredients used in ten+beauty, which combines 10 g hydrolyzed collagen peptides with biotin, zinc and other beauty-focused nutrients.

Research context: This study or review did not evaluate the finished Magic You formula.

Original publication

Hexsel et al. (2017) — PubMed