Why I am testing two collagen brands… and why the way I take it matters just as much as the supplement itself
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For the past few years, I have been quietly taking collagen. No big announcements. No dramatic before-and-after photos. Just a small, consistent act of looking after my body.
I started with Absolute Collagen, and it became part of my routine. But recently, curiosity crept in.
What if I tried something different?
Would I feel any change?
Would my body respond in a new way?
So I decided to test it alongside Oslo Collagen — not because anything was “wrong,” but because I wanted to understand my body better.
This is not about chasing perfection.
This is about paying attention.
Why I Am Taking Collagen (and explaining it properly)
This part matters — especially because I have had to explain it at home.
Collagen is not a magic fix. It is something much more grounded than that.
As we age (and particularly after everything my body has been through), our natural collagen levels decline. Collagen is a structural protein — it is what helps support:
- Skin elasticity
- Joint health
- Hair and nails
- Gut lining
- Connective tissue throughout the body
After years of medication, healing, and learning to listen to my body again, I am not interested in extremes. I am interested in support.
Taking collagen is my way of saying:
“I am going to give my body the building blocks it needs — and trust it to do the rest.”
The Truth About Absorption (in simple terms)
When we take collagen supplements, we are not absorbing collagen directly into our skin or joints.
What we are actually doing is giving the body amino acids — the raw materials it uses to rebuild and repair.
That is where something important comes in:
👉 Vitamin C
Vitamin C helps the body use collagen properly. Without it, the process is less efficient.
Which leads me to my ritual…
My Way of Taking Collagen (and why I will not change it)
Every morning, I make this:
- A mug of hot water
- Half a lemon 🍋
- A hearty teaspoon of honey 🍯
- My collagen
That is it.
Is it the “perfect” way?
Probably not, if you ask a biohacker.
But it is my way.
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Why this works beautifully anyway:
- The lemon gives me natural vitamin C → supports collagen use
- The warm water is gentle on my system
- The honey makes it feel nurturing, not clinical
- The routine creates consistency
And here is the part that matters most:
I look forward to it.
It is not a chore.
It is not another “thing I have to do.”
It is a moment of care.
Absolute vs Oslo — What I Am Noticing So Far
I am still early in this comparison, so I am not here to declare a winner.
What I am doing instead is noticing:
- How my body feels
- My energy levels
- My relationship with food
- My sense of nourishment
Because for me, this is not just about skin or joints.
It is about something deeper:
👉 Do I feel supported by what I am putting into my body?
That is the real test.
The Part I Did Not Expect
What surprised me most is not the supplement itself.
It is the ritual.
In a world where I have spent so much of my life reacting — to illness, to treatment, to other people’s needs — this small act is different.
It is intentional.
It is calm.
It is mine.
And that changes everything.
For Anyone Wondering If They Should Start
You do not need to overcomplicate this.
You do not need the “perfect” supplement.
You do not need the “perfect” routine.
Start with something simple:
- A collagen you trust
- A way of taking it that feels good
- A moment in your day that belongs to you
Because the truth is:
Consistency and care will always matter more than optimisation.
Where I Am Landing (for now)
I am continuing my little experiment.
Absolute. Oslo.
Listening. Adjusting. Paying attention.
But one thing I know for certain:
I will keep my mug.
My lemon.
My honey.
Because healing, for me, is not just about what I take.
It is about how I choose to care for myself, every single day.
If you are on a similar path, I would love to hear what your ritual looks like.
Lucinda
This Healing Feelingtwo collagen brands… and why the way I take it matters just as much as the supplement itself