{"id":6423,"date":"2025-11-25T10:16:50","date_gmt":"2025-11-25T08:16:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sashinah.com\/blog\/what-are-the-different-types-of-collagen\/"},"modified":"2026-05-28T13:24:32","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T10:24:32","slug":"what-are-the-different-types-of-collagen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sashinah.com\/en\/guide-product-choice\/what-are-the-different-types-of-collagen\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the different types of collagen?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Looser skin, stiff joints, brittle nails… What if it all came from the same invisible thread: collagen?<\/span> Often cited as the “youth” active ingredient par excellence, collagen is in fact a vast family <\/span>vast family of 28 different types of protein<\/span><\/b> proteins. Each has its own <\/span>structure, location and physiological role<\/span><\/b>.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

Let’s decode the main types of collagen and their benefits for skin, joints and body tissues.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

What is collagen?<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h3>

The <\/span>collagen<\/span><\/b> represents around <\/span>30% of the body’s proteins<\/span><\/b>. A true <\/span> biological glue<\/span><\/i> (from the Greek <\/span>kolla<\/span><\/i>), it ensures <\/span>the cohesion, elasticity and resistance of tissues<\/span><\/b>.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

Its emblematic <\/span>triple helix<\/span><\/b> – three coiled polypeptide chains – confers remarkable strength.<\/span> Fibrillar collagens <\/span>fibrillar<\/span><\/b> (types I, II, III, V and XI) form robust fibers in the extracellular matrix, while the <\/span>non-fibrillar<\/span><\/b> (types IV or X) adopt more flexible but equally essential network organizations.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

Good to know :<\/span><\/b> to promote natural collagen synthesis, ensure a sufficient intake of <\/span>vitamin C<\/span><\/b>an essential cofactor.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

Type I collagen: the most abundant and structuring collagen<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h3>

It is the <\/span>the majority collagen<\/span><\/b> in the human body.<\/span> Present in the <\/span>skin, bones, tendons, ligaments and vascular<\/span><\/b> and vascular walls, it provides <\/span>firmness and tensile strength<\/span><\/b>.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

Type I collagen supplementation is particularly indicated for :<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

  • Reduce the appearance of <\/span>wrinkles<\/span><\/b> and firm skin;<\/span> <\/span><\/li><\/ul>
    • Strengthen <\/span>hair and nails<\/span><\/b> ;<\/span> <\/span><\/li><\/ul>
      • Support bone <\/span>bone density<\/span><\/b>especially after the age of 40.<\/span> <\/span><\/li><\/ul>

        Type II collagen: the joint specialist<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h3>

        Located in the <\/span>articular cartilage<\/span><\/b>type II collagen forms a network of fine, flexible fibrils that absorb pressure and limit friction.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

        It contributes to <\/span>joint comfort and mobility<\/span><\/b>It is particularly useful in cases of stiffness, intense sports or aging joints.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

        Type III collagen: the ally of suppleness and regeneration<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h3>

        Often associated with type I in the skin, type III collagen forms a flexible <\/span>flexible mesh<\/span><\/b> that promotes <\/span>tissue regeneration<\/span><\/b> and the <\/span>vessel flexibility<\/span><\/b>.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

        A supplement combining types I & III, in particular from <\/span>hydrolyzed marine collagen<\/span><\/b>supports :<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

        • The <\/span>skin regeneration<\/span><\/b> (healing, post-dermatological procedures)<\/span><\/li>
        • The <\/span>arterial flexibility<\/span><\/b> and microcirculation<\/span><\/li>
        • A <\/span>brighter, more even skin tone<\/span><\/b>.<\/span> <\/span><\/li><\/ul>

          Type IV collagen: the basis of tissue membranes<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h3>

          Type IV forms a <\/span>lattice<\/span><\/b> within the <\/span>basal membranes<\/span><\/b> (under the epidermis, around vessels, kidneys or glands).<\/span>
          It ensures <\/span>cohesion of the epithelial barrier<\/span><\/b> and <\/span>renal filtration<\/span><\/b>.<\/span>
          It plays an essential role in <\/span>selective tissue permeability<\/span><\/b>even though it is not used in consumer supplements.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

          Type V collagen: the fiber regulator<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h3>

          Present in small quantities, it regulates <\/span>the size and organization of type I<\/span><\/b> fibrils, notably in the <\/span>cornea and skin<\/span><\/b>.<\/span> Although rarely isolated, it is <\/span>naturally present<\/span><\/b> in marine and bovine collagen hydrolysates, contributing to structural <\/span>structural regularity<\/span><\/b> of the dermis.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

          Type X collagen: the engine of bone growth<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h3>

          Produced by chondrocytes, it is involved in the mineralization <\/span>mineralization of cartilage<\/span><\/b> and bone <\/span>bone formation<\/span><\/b>particularly during growth or fracture repair.<\/span> Still reserved for <\/span>biomedical research<\/span><\/b>research, it holds great promise in the fields of <\/span>bone implants and regenerative dressings<\/span><\/b>.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

          Other types of collagen: specialized roles<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h3>

          More than fifteen other types (VI, VII, VIII, IX, XI, XII, XIV, etc.) perform specific functions:<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

          • Type VI<\/span><\/b> muscle and connective tissue support<\/span><\/li>
          • Type VII<\/span><\/b> epidermal-dermal anchorage<\/span><\/li>
          • Type IX and XII<\/span><\/b> associated with cartilage<\/span><\/li>
          • Type XI<\/span><\/b> present in nascent cartilage, in tandem with type II.<\/span> <\/span><\/li><\/ul>

            These “minor” collagens play an essential role in the<\/span>fine tissue architecture<\/span><\/b>but are not yet available as supplements.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

            Summary table<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h3>

            Type<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/p><\/td>

            Main location<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/p><\/td>

            Main function<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/p><\/td>

            Complementary applications<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

            I<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/p><\/td>

            Skin, bones, tendons, ligaments<\/span> <\/span><\/p><\/td>

            Resistance, firmness, elasticity<\/span> <\/span><\/p><\/td>

            Beautiful skin, nails, hair, bone density<\/span> <\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

            II<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/p><\/td>

            Articular cartilage<\/span> <\/span><\/p><\/td>

            Flexibility and pressure resistance<\/span> <\/span><\/p><\/td>

            Joint comfort and mobility<\/span> <\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

            III<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/p><\/td>

            Skin, vessels, soft tissue<\/span> <\/span><\/p><\/td>

            Flexibility, regeneration, vascular resistance<\/span> <\/span><\/p><\/td>

            Skin suppleness, vascular support<\/span> <\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

            IV-V-X<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/p><\/td>

            Membranes, cornea, growth plate<\/span> <\/span><\/p><\/td>

            Filtration, regulation, ossification<\/span> <\/span><\/p><\/td>

            Research and biomaterials<\/span> <\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

            <\/span><\/p>

            How to choose the right collagen?<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h3>

            The choice of collagen depends above all on your needs and objectives:<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

            • Skin beauty & radiance<\/span><\/b>type I and III collagens, naturally present in skin, hair and nails (often of marine origin).<\/span><\/li>
            • Joints & mobility<\/span><\/b> Type I, II and III collagens (generally of bovine origin) contribute to joint suppleness and comfort.<\/span><\/li>
            • Global support & tissue regeneration<\/span><\/b> the <\/span>multi-collagen alliance<\/span><\/b> (types I, II, III, V and X) <\/span>offers<\/span><\/b> comprehensive action on skin, connective tissue and joints.<\/span> <\/span><\/li><\/ul>

              SASHINAH\u00ae –<\/span><\/b> <\/span>Beauty begins on the inside<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h3>

              At <\/span>SASHINAH\u00ae<\/span><\/b>we select collagens <\/span>Peptan\u00ae type I and III<\/span><\/b>recognized for their <\/span>purity<\/span><\/b>their <\/span>traceability<\/span><\/b> and their <\/span>bioavailability<\/span><\/b>..<\/span>
              Designed with the body in mind.<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/p>

              Discover SASHINAH\u00ae supplements<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/h3>

              Beauty Glow Essence<\/span><\/b> \u2014 Peptan\u00ae marine collagen + Vitamin C + Hyaluronic acid<\/span> \u2192 For firmer, more radiant and hydrated skin. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>

              Synergy<\/span><\/b> – Multi-collagen complex 5 types: Peptan\u00ae B (bovine), Peptan\u00ae F (marine), Colartix\u00ae (beef cartilage) and ESM\u00ae (eggshell membrane)<\/span> \u2192 To <\/span>support tissue structure<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>joint comfort<\/span><\/b> and <\/span>skin vitality<\/span><\/b>.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

              Flexura<\/span><\/b> – Peptan\u00ae bovine collagen + Glucosamine + MSM + Chondroitin + Vitamins C, D, E and B<\/span> \u2192 To preserve mobility, joint suppleness and muscular comfort.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

              Sources<\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/p>

              • Ricard-Blum S. <\/span>The collagen family.<\/span><\/b> <\/span>Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Biology.<\/span><\/i> 2011;3(1):a004978. doi:10.1101\/cshperspect.a004978.<\/span><\/li>
              • Shoulders MD, Raines RT. <\/span>Collagen structure and stability.<\/span><\/b> <\/span>Annual Review of Biochemistry.<\/span><\/i> 2009;78:929-958. doi:10.1146\/annurev.biochem.77.032207.120833.<\/span><\/li>
              • Asserin J, et al. <\/span>The effect of oral collagen peptide supplementation on skin moisture and the dermal collagen network.<\/span><\/b> <\/span>Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.<\/span><\/i> 2015. doi:10.1111\/jocd.12174.<\/span><\/li>
              • Pappelbaum KI, et al. <\/span>Oral collagen peptides and hair: insights from human hair follicle organ culture.<\/span><\/b> <\/span>Journal of Functional Foods.<\/span><\/i> 2024;106124. doi:10.1016\/j.jff.2024.106124.<\/span> <\/span><\/li><\/ul>

                *Food supplements are not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet or a healthy lifestyle.<\/p>


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                Looser skin, stiff joints, brittle nails… What if it all came from the same invisible thread: collagen? Often cited as the “youth” active ingredient par excellence, collagen is in fact a vast family vast family of 28 different types of protein proteins. Each has its own structure, location and physiological role. Let’s decode the main […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":6426,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[134,137],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6423","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-guide-product-choice","category-nutrition-beauty-well-being"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sashinah.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6423","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sashinah.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sashinah.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sashinah.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sashinah.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6423"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/sashinah.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6423\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9144,"href":"https:\/\/sashinah.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6423\/revisions\/9144"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sashinah.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6426"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sashinah.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6423"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sashinah.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6423"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sashinah.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6423"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}