Why I Believe in "Eating Your Skincare"
How taking collagen became a long-standing part of my skincare routine.
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Every time I share my skincare routine, the focus is usually on the products I apply to my skin.
Serums, moisturizers, sunscreen, and beauty devices all play an important role, but one of the habits I’ve been the most consistent with happens long before I step into the bathroom.
You’ve probably come across the phrase “eating your skincare” on social media.
While it’s become a popular trend, the idea behind it isn’t new to me.
I’ve always believed that taking care of your skin isn’t just about what you apply to your face.
It’s also about what you put into your body.
Recently, SpoiledChild sent me a selection of products to try, including SpoiledChild E27 Extra Strength Liquid Collagen, and it reminded me that one of my longest-standing skincare habits is one I rarely talk about.
In this article, I'll share why collagen has remained such an important part of my approach to skincare, how SpoiledChild E27 Extra Strength Liquid Collagen fits into my everyday routine, and why I believe healthy skin starts from within.
I’ve Always Believed Skincare Starts from Within
People usually ask me about the serums, moisturizers, sunscreen, or beauty devices I use, and I enjoy talking about all of those things.
What doesn’t come up nearly as often is nutrition.
The products I use matter, but I’ve never believed they tell the whole story.
That's why taking collagen became one of the habits I rarely skipped.
In my opinion, it's one of the best long-term habits you can build for your skin.
I don’t think of collagen as a quick fix.
I see it as one piece of a much bigger picture, alongside the skincare products I use and the other habits I’ve built over the years.
Why Collagen Matters
One of the reasons collagen has been part of my routine for so long is because it plays such an important role in your skin.
Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body and provides much of the structure that keeps skin firm and resilient.
It works alongside elastin, which helps skin stretch and bounce back, while filaggrin helps maintain a healthy skin barrier and retain moisture.
As we get older, our bodies naturally produce less collagen, and existing collagen and elastin gradually break down over time.
As a result, skin gradually becomes thinner, drier, and less elastic, and fine lines and wrinkles become more noticeable.
That doesn’t mean we can completely stop those changes from happening.
Aging is a natural process, but there are still plenty of ways to support healthy skin as the years go by.
Understanding what’s happening beneath the surface is one of the reasons I’ve always believed it’s worth supporting my skin from both the inside and the outside.
When you consume collagen, your body doesn't send it directly to your skin.
Instead, your body breaks collagen down into smaller peptides and amino acids during digestion.
Those building blocks are absorbed and used throughout the body.
Researchers are still studying exactly how oral collagen works.
Clinical studies have found that collagen supplementation may improve skin hydration and elasticity over time.
One proposed explanation is that collagen peptides may interact with fibroblasts, the cells responsible for producing collagen in the skin, although the exact biological mechanisms are still being studied.
Why SpoiledChild E27 Fits Into My Routine
I’ve tried different collagen products and formats over the years, so I already had a good idea of what I liked.
SpoiledChild E27 Extra Strength Liquid Collagen is available in Mango and Pineapple.
I received the mango flavor, and it goes down easy.
Some mornings I pour it into a glass of water.
Other mornings, I add it to what I call my hydration cocktail with tart cherry juice, coconut water, sparkling water, and lemon juice.
The mango flavor blends in really well with the rest of the drink.
Instead of measuring powder, mixing everything together, and washing another shaker bottle afterward, I can just pour E27 into whatever I'm already drinking that morning and get on with my day.
I also liked seeing vitamin C and hyaluronic acid included alongside the collagen because they’re ingredients I’m already familiar with from skincare.
Since taking collagen has already been part of my routine for so long, I can't say I noticed dramatic changes from switching to E27.
What I can say is that it fit into a habit I already had.
If something is easy to enjoy and fits naturally into my mornings, I’m much more likely to keep reaching for it.
Why I’ve Continued Taking Collagen
People sometimes ask me why I bother taking collagen in the first place.
For me, the reason is simple.
Our bodies naturally produce less collagen as we get older, and because collagen plays an important role in our skin, hair, nails, bones, joints, and connective tissues, it’s something I’ve chosen to support for years.
Research on collagen supplementation has also continued to grow.
While it's often discussed in the context of skincare, research also suggests collagen supplementation may support joint health and wound healing, making it beneficial beyond your skin.
One recent review of clinical studies found that collagen supplementation was consistently associated with improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, along with favorable outcomes for musculoskeletal health.
That’s another reason I appreciated the formula behind SpoiledChild E27 Extra Strength Liquid Collagen.
It combines Types I and III collagen with vitamin C and hyaluronic acid, ingredients that support collagen production and skin hydration.
Other Ways I Like to "Eat My Skincare"
When people hear the phrase “eat your skincare,” they often think of collagen supplements first.
But there are plenty of other ways to support your skin through the choices you make every day.
I try to build most of my meals around whole, nutrient-dense foods while limiting highly processed foods that may promote inflammation whenever I can.
If you struggle with acne, it can also be worth paying attention to foods that seem to trigger breakouts.
Everyone’s skin is different, so learning how your own skin responds can be just as important as following general advice.
I also try not to overdo added sugars.
Diets high in added sugar can contribute to the formation of advanced glycation end products (AGEs), compounds that can damage collagen and elastin over time and contribute to visible signs of skin aging.
Another habit I’ve picked up is cooking my rice in bone broth instead of water.
It’s a simple way to add extra flavor while incorporating naturally collagen-rich ingredients into everyday meals.
Getting enough sleep and exercising regularly are just as important.
Your skin repairs itself while you sleep, and regular physical activity supports healthy circulation, helping deliver oxygen and nutrients throughout the body, including your skin.
For me, “eating your skincare” has never been about relying on one product or one habit.
It’s about building small, consistent habits that support healthy skin over time.
Final Thoughts
I may not remember exactly when collagen became part of my routine, but I do know it’s one habit I’ve never felt the need to stop.
Over the years, I've tried different collagen products and formats, and I've learned that the best one is the one that fits naturally into your life.
For me, SpoiledChild E27 Extra Strength Liquid Collagen fits naturally into my mornings.
The mango flavor tastes good, I can pour it into water or my hydration cocktail, and it fits naturally into a habit I already had.
If you're thinking about adding collagen to your routine, my advice is to find one that fits your lifestyle.
The easier it is to make it part of your day, the easier it becomes to keep that habit going.
Cheers,