> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.decodeage.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.decodeage.com/decode-age-support/product-guides/optiage-tm-marine-collagen.md). # OptiAge™ Marine Collagen * **What it is:** a skin-first daily collagen drink. It is not meant for joint pain, arthritis or any medical condition. * **What is inside (per sachet):** hydrolysed marine collagen peptides 8 g (under 1000 Da), hyaluronic acid 150 mg, vitamin C 65 mg, rice bran ceramide 30 mg, zinc 8 mg, astaxanthin 4 mg, copper 0.5 mg, biotin 40 mcg, *L. acidophilus* 1 billion CFU. Unflavoured or Mango (Mango adds natural flavour and stevia); 28 sachets a pack. * **How to take it:** 1 sachet in 200 ml of water, once a day, at any time. Missed a day? Just carry on the next day; do not double up. * **Check first:** it is fish-derived, so not for anyone with a fish allergy, and not vegetarian. Please consult your doctor if you get kidney stones, have diabetes, take medicine, or are pregnant or breastfeeding. * **Buy it:** [OptiAge Marine Collagen](https://decodeage.com/products/optiage-marine-collagen-peptides?utm_source=help_centre) Our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. ## Common questions ### What is in OptiAge Marine Collagen Peptides? Each daily sachet has 8 g of ultra-nano marine collagen peptides (under 1000 Da) with hyaluronic acid, rice bran ceramide and supporting nutrients. It is formulated to support collagen formation, skin hydration, skin-barrier function and antioxidant defence. ### Which flavours and pack sizes of OptiAge are available? OptiAge is available in Unflavoured and Mango, in 1-, 2- and 3-month packs. Each pack contains 28 sachets. ### How do I take OptiAge Marine Collagen? Mix one sachet in 200 ml of water, stir well and drink once a day, at whatever time suits you. A pack holds 28 sachets. It contains fish-derived collagen, so it is not vegetarian and not suitable for anyone with a fish allergy. ### What if I forget to take OptiAge Collagen for a day? Please continue with your usual one sachet the next day. There is no need to take two sachets to make up for the missed day. ### Can I take more than one OptiAge sachet a day? The recommended serving is one sachet daily. We do not advise going beyond the label serving unless your healthcare practitioner specifically recommends it. ### Can I take OptiAge Collagen if I have a fish allergy? No. The collagen in OptiAge is fish-derived, so it should not be used by anyone with a known fish allergy; please check the full allergen declaration on the pack. ### Does OptiAge Collagen taste fishy? OptiAge is developed without a fishy aftertaste, in every flavour variant including Unflavoured. ### What does 'under 1000 Da' mean for OptiAge Collagen? Da stands for Daltons, a unit of molecular weight. 'Under 1000 Da' describes the small molecular size of OptiAge's hydrolysed marine collagen peptides. It is a technical specification and should not be read as a guarantee of faster or better absorption. ### Does OptiAge Collagen help with joint pain? No. OptiAge is not intended for joint pain, arthritis or any other medical condition; it is a skin-first daily collagen formula. ### Can I take OptiAge Collagen while pregnant or breastfeeding? OptiAge is not recommended for pregnant or nursing women without professional guidance. If you are pregnant, nursing or planning a pregnancy, please consult your doctor first. ### Is OptiAge suitable for ageing skin? Yes. OptiAge is a skin-focused formula: each sachet provides 8 g of hydrolysed marine collagen with hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, rice bran ceramide and astaxanthin. It is fish-derived, so it is not suitable for vegetarians or for anyone with a fish allergy. ### Can I take OptiAge Collagen if I get kidney stones? Please consult your doctor first. Collagen contains hydroxyproline, which the body can partly convert to oxalate, a component of the most common kidney stones. If you are prone to stones, your doctor can advise whether collagen suits you. ### Does OptiAge Collagen contain sugar? Very little. Per sachet, Unflavoured has 0.13 g total sugars and under 0.04 g added sugar, with no sweetener; Mango has 0.30 g total sugars and under 0.05 g added sugar, sweetened with steviol glycosides (stevia). If you have diabetes, please consult your doctor before use. ### What is the difference between OptiAge Unflavoured and Mango? Both give 8 g hydrolysed marine collagen peptides, 150 mg hyaluronic acid, 65 mg vitamin C, 30 mg rice bran ceramide, 40 mcg biotin, 4 mg astaxanthin, 8 mg zinc, 0.5 mg copper and 1 billion CFU Lactobacillus acidophilus per sachet, 28 sachets a pack. Unflavoured is an 8.34 g sachet with only those ingredients. Mango is a 10 g sachet that adds maltodextrin, natural mango flavour, natural colour, salt, acidity regulators, a stabiliser, an emulsifier and stevia. Mix one sachet in 200 ml water daily.