Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
Mandatory cofactor for hydroxylation of proline and lysine — without it, collagen synthesis does not proceed regardless of available building blocks.
EU: contributes to normal collagen formation*
Zinc bisglycinate
Cofactor for collagenases and MMP inhibition — regulates breakdown of old fibres. Antiandrogen effect balances the high biotin dose.
EU: contributes to normal collagen* · hair* · nails*
Biotin (2.5 mg)
Supports the keratin structure of hair and nails. The high dose is balanced with zinc and antioxidants — does not cause acne.
EU: maintenance of normal hair* · nails*
Hyaluronic acid
Maintains intercellular space and dermal hydration. Supports skin elasticity and plumpness.
Support for dermal hydration
MSM (organic sulfur)
Sulfur is a structural component of collagen fibres — disulfide bridges between collagen chains. Irreplaceable for firmness.
Structural support for connective tissue
Glutathione (reduced)
The most important intracellular antioxidant. Protects fibroblasts from oxidative stress, which breaks down collagen faster than the body can produce it.
Cellular protection and antioxidant defence
NAC (N-acetyl cysteine)
Glutathione precursor — replenishes stores when depleted. Anti-inflammatory action reduces collagen breakdown.
Support for glutathione synthesis
Coenzyme Q10
Mitochondrial energy for fibroblasts. Its natural level declines with age — after age 40 supplementation is particularly relevant.
Cellular energy and antioxidant protection
Astaxanthin
The most powerful known carotenoid antioxidant — 6000x more potent than vitamin C for lipid peroxidation. Protects collagen fibres from UV damage from within.
Photoprotective antioxidant protection
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol)
Lipophilic antioxidant, protects cell membranes and acts synergistically with vitamin C and astaxanthin.
EU: contributes to the protection of cells*
Selenium (selenomethionine)
Cofactor for glutathione peroxidase — a key enzyme for recycling glutathione. Without it, glutathione stores drop.
EU: contributes to normal glutathione synthesis*
Copper bisglycinate
Cofactor for lysyl oxidase — the enzyme that cross-links collagen fibres into mature fibres. Without copper, fibres are weak and disorganised.
EU: contributes to normal collagen*
Niacin (vitamin B3)
NAD+ precursor — energy cofactor for fibroblasts. Supports cellular renewal and DNA repair.
EU: contributes to normal metabolism*
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxal-5-phosphate)
Active form of B6 — cofactor for amino acid metabolism. Supports tryptophan conversion and elastin synthesis.
EU: normal psychological function*