“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” — Hippocrates

When it comes to beauty, I’m a big believer in working from the inside out. You can layer on all the creams in the world, but if your body’s nutrient stores are depleted, your skin, hair, and nails are going to show it. The good news? With just a few well-chosen ingredients and a simple recipe, you can craft your own collagen supplements — ones that are delicious, effective, and free of unnecessary fillers.

In this article, I’ll walk you through the science behind the nutrients that support beauty from within, and share my go-to sea buckthorn collagen gummy recipe. I’ve been experimenting with gelatin lately (yes, the real stuff — not agar), and I’ve also found that just a touch of sea buckthorn seed oil takes these to the next level.

🌿 Why Beauty Starts From Within

We often think of skincare as something we apply — but lasting beauty starts deeper. When your body has the tools it needs to build healthy cells and connective tissue, it shows on the outside. That’s where collagen supplements and nutrient-dense foods come in.

These aren’t just ingredients — they’re your body’s building blocks for stronger nails, shinier hair, and firmer, more hydrated skin.

🧬 The Nutrient Stars Behind Collagen Supplements

✨ Collagen Peptides & Gelatin
Gelatin is a natural source of types I and III collagen — both essential for skin elasticity and hair structure. It provides amino acids like glycine and proline, which are necessary for collagen production. Plus, it supports the gut lining, where beauty nutrients are absorbed.

✨ Sea Buckthorn Juice
Rich in vitamin C, beta-carotene, vitamin E, and omega‑7s, sea buckthorn juice enhances collagen synthesis, improves hydration, and supports regeneration at the cellular level.

✨ Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil
A powerhouse source of omega‑3 and omega‑6 fatty acids and skin-repairing plant sterols. Just ½ tsp per batch adds meaningful skin barrier support and anti-inflammatory action.

💡 Can You Make Collagen Supplements Vegan?

While gelatin and marine peptides are the main collagen sources in this recipe, you can swap in agar-agar for a vegan version. It won’t supply collagen peptides, but it will still deliver vitamin C and antioxidants from the sea buckthorn juice.

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Sea Buckthorn Collagen Beauty Gummies Recipe

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These Sea Buckthorn Gummies are a delicious way to support glowing skin, healthy hair, and strong nails — from the inside out. Made with collagen-rich gelatin, vitamin C–packed sea buckthorn juice, and a touch of nourishing seed oil, they’re a functional daily treat you can feel good about.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 1 10

Course supplement

Servings 20 Gummies

Calories 10 kcal

Equipment

1 small saucepan
1 Whisk and spoon
1 Silicone gummy molds or a parchment-lined small dish
1 Dropper or small measuring spoon (for precision pouring)
1 Refrigerator for setting and storage

Ingredients

1/2 cup Sea buckthorn juice (unsweetened) Rich in vitamin C, carotenoids, and omega-7s
2 tbsp Fresh lemon juice (or orange juice for a sweeter taste) Vitamin C enhances collagen synthesis. Lemon is more synergistic, orange softens tartness.
1 1/2 tbsp Raw honey or maple syrup, to taste Adds mild sweetness, prebiotic benefits, and balances the tartness.
2 tbsp Unflavoured gelatin powder This amount creates firm, chewy gummies and provides 15–18 g of collagen per batch.
1/4 cup Water
1 tsp Marine collagen peptides Bioavailable, hydrolyzed peptides. Ideal to support hair, nails, and skin.
1/2 tsp Sea buckthorn seed oil Adds omega-3, omega-6, vitamin E, and sterols — synergistic skin nutrients.

Instructions

Warm the juice: In a small saucepan, gently warm the water, sea buckthorn juice and lemon juice over low heat. Do not boil — just warm enough to dissolve the gelatin.
Combine: Add the gelatin to the warm juice and stir until fully dissolved. Remove from heat.
Add sweetener: Stir in the honey or maple syrup. Taste and adjust as needed.
Cool and combine: Let the mixture cool to about 45°C (warm to the touch but not hot). Then whisk in the collagen peptides, sea buckthorn seed oil. Stir thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
Pour and chill: Pour into silicone molds or a small pan lined with parchment. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until fully set.
Enjoy daily: Pop one or two a day as your beauty-from-within ritual.
Store in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. For longer storage, they can be frozen and defrosted as needed.

Notes

🔢 Estimated Nutrition Per Gummy (approximate, for 20 gummies)

Nutrient Per Gummy (est.)

Calories ~10

Protein ~1.2 g

Carbohydrates ~1.2 g

Sugars ~1.0 g Fat ~0.3 g

Vitamin C ~6–10 mg

Omega -3/6 (from seed oil) ~40–60 mg

Omega-7 (from juice) Trace

⚠️ These values are approximations and may vary based on the exact brand and concentration of juice, gelatin, and whether honey or maple syrup is used.

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🧬 What You’re Getting In Each Gummy

Collagen Protein – from gelatin (and optional peptides)
Vitamin C – supports natural collagen production
Omega‑3, 6, and 7 – hydrates skin and supports elasticity
Antioxidants – fight oxidative stress linked to aging

Recent clinical research supports these benefits — a 2023 meta-analysis found consistent improvements in skin hydration and elasticity with daily collagen supplementation (see study).

🌼 Final Thoughts

Making your own collagen supplements at home is not only empowering — it’s effective. You control the quality, the sourcing, and the flavour. When you use ingredients like sea buckthorn, gelatin, and seed oil, you’re supporting beauty at the cellular level with no fillers or mystery additives.

If you’re ready to glow from the inside out, give this recipe a try. It’s clean, potent, and maybe even a little addictive.

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BENEFITS

With 70% of our immune system residing in our gut, what we put into it, counts! Sea buckthorn juice is known to help achieve balanced nutrient intake, cold and flu resistance and increased energy levels. It’s inflammation reducing antioxidants help athletes fight body fatigue, and the balanced Omegas fatty acids 3 – 6, 7* & 9, are considered to have a clear role in the prevention and healing of certain Atopic disorders.