Have you tried what feels like every salon, Amazon or drugstore hair care product and still don’t have the thickest, strongest, most full-of-life hair you could wish for?
While it feels like there are so many shampoos, conditioners, masks and serums coming out with a roster of various promises and guarantees for results by hair type and otherwise, no matter what kind or colour of hair you have on your head, true hair health starts from within you, not a bottle.
And it all starts with a little protein called collagen.
Naturally produced by our bodies, collagen forms our connective tissues including our hair. However, as we get older, we naturally produce less collagen, causing hair weakness, slower hair growth and loss.
While over-the-counter collagen products such as oral supplements may work for some, many come with hype or online virality that leaves others wondering why they’re not seeing results.
While said results can vary from person to person based on several factors, here are some reasons why they may not be effective.
Digestion – When consumed orally, collagen is broken down in the digestive system, reducing how much reaches hair and skin in proper form. Your metabolism, existing nutrient deficiencies and overall gut health also play a role in how much collagen is absorbed for use in your tissues.
Quality – There are quality collagen supplements out there and the differentiator is on the label. Watch out for products full of fillers, artificial ingredients and sugars. Check where the collagen is coming from as well; the better of the OTC supplements come from marine sources or grass-fed animals raised on pastures.
Consistency – Sometimes, the reason why we don’t see the results we want to see from OTC products is because we didn’t give them enough time and consistency. Our bodies work in cycles, and if we stop taking a supplement or other nutrient-rich intake before our body has gotten a chance to absorb, adjust and repair, it’s no wonder we think nothing is working. Play the waiting game.
When wanting to improve the function and health of any part of our body, hair included, it’s best to start from the root – which can often be our gut.
By supplementing your current diet and lifestyle with bone broth, you’re improving not only your gut health but also your ability to absorb nutrients. This in turn helps nutrients build and repair the tissues of your hair (and skin!).
A readily available source of collagen on its own, bone broth is also rich in amino acids including glycine which support collagen and keratin production. You’ll also find broth full of zinc and magnesium which assist with hair health and growth right down to the follicle.
Because sourcing is as important as the composition of broth and the quality of ingredients and nutrients consumed, Shorba Bone Broths are made from certified organic, BC-farmed bones of grass-fed animals.
These bones are then slow-simmered for the maximum nutrient extraction possible, giving your gut enough vitamins, minerals and amino acids for absorption.
The result? Healthy hair, strengthened strands, commercial-worthy shine plus you’ll feel good, naturally-energized and get to sip something delicious as the solution. That’s a win-win that goes beyond and below hair.
Ready for a journey to healthier hair? Shop Shorba Bone Broths here.
