Collagen’s short-term “side effects,” on the other hand, generate a decidedly shorter list; they’re also harder to pinpoint, given how everyone’s body may react to products in unique ways. But a common one consumers may run into is an unpleasant taste—although, we can easily fix that (and highlight the reasons some powders may taste a little off). For example, mbg’s beauty & gut collagen+ in chocolate uses organic cocoa, the beans roasted and ground to retain their highest nutritional value. You can even blend the powder with a milk of your choice to create the fudgiest, skin-supporting chocolate milk (a go-to tip mbg beauty director Alexandra Engler revealed on an episode of Clean Beauty School)—the flavor is that decadent.* A simple (and fan-favorite) method is to dissolve the powder into your coffee—all you’ll taste is your brew. You can also add a scoop of powder to your smoothies (here’s a tropical-inspired treat to try) or fold it into a variety of baking recipes. That’s the beauty of collagen supplements—there are countless ways to incorporate the powder into your routine. If you need even more inspiration, these seven easy and tasty ideas have you covered.
