Skin, Hair, & Nails

Bovine or marine collagen — which should I choose?

Both are hydrolyzed for easy mixing. Bovine collagen (like North Coast Naturals Boosted Bovine Collagen or Progressive Complete Collagen) is the most common and budget-friendly. Marine collagen, sourced from fish, is the pick for anyone avoiding beef products. Flavour-wise, unflavoured versions of either disappear into coffee or smoothies.

What else supports skin, hair, and nails besides collagen?

Vitamin C helps the body produce its own collagen, which is why products like CanPrev Vitamin C 1000 mg and Progressive Vitamin C Complex sit in this collection. Zinc bisglycinate helps maintain healthy skin, and omega-3s such as AquaOmega support overall skin health from the inside.

How do I take collagen and when will I notice a difference?

Most people stir one scoop into a hot or cold drink daily. Consistency matters more than timing — plan on taking it daily for a couple of months rather than expecting overnight changes.

Is collagen a replacement for protein powder?

No — collagen is not a complete protein, so it should not replace whey or plant protein for muscle recovery. Think of collagen as a daily beauty-and-connective-tissue addition, and keep your regular protein powder for training.

Does Fuel Supplements ship skin, hair, and nail supplements across Canada?

Yes. We ship Canada-wide from our BC warehouses, with free shipping on orders over $100 and same-day pickup in Port Coquitlam.