Ancient + Brave: A Review of the Wild Collagen Powder

*This post contains PR products from Ancient + Brave and affiliate links. Please see the end of the post for more details. 

Even though collagen supplements have been around for a long time and are highly rated, there are still sceptics lingering on the idea of whether they work or not. I won't lie, I am one of those sceptics. I've always been told by my dietitian at my clinic that collagen supplements are, well, a load of rubbish and don't do anything to improve the skin's overall look and health. Well, I may have found a collagen supplement that may actually work. Let's talk about Ancient + Brave. 

Firstly, who is Ancient + Brave?

Ancient + Brave is a B-Corp certified wellness brand founded by Kate Prince. The brand sells a wide range of award-winning collagen, supplements and functional blends. Their products are crafted to restore what our bodies always need so we can thrive and excel in our lives.

Is Ancient + Brave a sustainable brand?

Ancient + Brave feels that social and environmental responsibility is at the heart of its business. The brand is fully committed to continuing to improve its ethical sourcing, introducing innovations in packaging and improving transparency. The brand contributes 1% of all revenue to environmental and social causes that drive meaningful change for the planet. So far, a total of £1,507,228 has been donated to these causes, which is a huge amount! 

As I said, Ancient + Brave is a B-Corp certified brand and is currently the highest-scoring B-Corp supplement brand here in the UK! 

The brand is also a member of the 1% for the Planet. 

Let me tell you about the Ancient + Brave Wild Collagen Powder:

The Ancient + Brave *Wild Collagen Powder is made from 100% Marine Hydrolysed Collagen Peptides (fish, sourced from free-swimming fish from the icy waters of Alaska). This particular collagen is good for absorption.

From participants who have tried the Collagen Powder, studies found that:

• 100% of participants reported an increase in skin hydration.
• 94% of participants reported an improvement in skin elasticity.
• 97% of participants reported their skin felt smoother and looked more radiant.
• 74% of participants reported an improvement in joint stiffness and discomfort.
• 81% of participants reported more energy throughout the day.
• 97% of participants reported they recovered faster from a workout.

Those numbers are very positive from just one scoop of collagen powder a day. Full results of the studies are on each product page.

How do I take the Ancient + Brave Wild Collagen Powder?

It's as simple as adding one *Ritual Scoop or 1-2 heaped teaspoons to any drink or sprinkling over food. 

Personally, I'd rather add it to a drink, as I think the powder works more effectively that way. But try either with food or drink and see what works best for you! 

There are some tips that Ancient + Brave recommend to make sure you reap the full benefits of the powder if you want to add it to your drink:

• Add the collagen powder to the liquid first, not the other way around. 
• Opt for a warm liquid over a cold liquid if possible. The powder dissolves better in warmer liquids. 
• Add the powder from a height, as it will dissolve and disperse better.
• Try not to stir. It's very tempting to stir right away (I have no patience!), but stirring the powder in straight away can cause clumping. Let the powder dissolve on its own. It's recommended to wait around 30 seconds.

How does it taste? Does the collagen powder change the taste of food/drink?

Honestly, it doesn't change the taste at all! In fact, the powder doesn't taste like anything. Considering I'm adding a heaped scoop into a glass of squash or a cup of tea, I can't taste it at all.

Have you noticed a difference in your skin/overall health since using the Ancient + Brave Wild Collagen Powder?

I would definitely say I've noticed more of a difference in my skin's hydration and radiance. My skin has felt fantastic since using this collagen powder. 

In terms of my overall health, I haven't noticed a difference. One thing I would say is that I have noticed a slight boost of energy in my daily life since adding the collagen powder to my drinks. I often drink mine in the afternoon, when I need an energy boost. 

Let's discuss more about the brand...

Shipping and Returns

Ancient + Brave currently ship to the UK, Europe, the USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. If ordering from the UK, shipping is free for orders over £40. It costs £2.50 for orders under £40. All orders are sent via Royal Mail. 

If you'd like to return an item, email the brand's customer service within 14 days of receiving your order. Refunds will be processed within 10 days of the brand receiving your order back. 

Sustainability

As I've said, the brand does practice sustainability and is continuing to find other ways to practice sustainability even further. 

All of their packaging is recyclable, bar the individual small sachets. The brand offers refillable pouches, so there's no need to throw out the jar once you've run out of collagen powder. The jars are very aesthetically pleasing and look nice sitting in the cupboard. I know that has nothing to do with sustainability, but still. 

Would you recommend Ancient + Brave?

If you're looking for a brand that offers a variety of collagen powders and supplements, this brand is for you. I love the variety of supplements and powders it offers. The brand's website offers a quiz that helps you decide what supplement or powder you need according to your lifestyle and what your main health goal is. 

I've loved taking my daily dose of the Wild Collagen Powder! I have noticed subtle differences in my skin's overall health, which is fantastic! The key reason why I have noticed differences is consistency. If you don't take your daily amount of this collagen powder, you won't see the benefits. 

One thing I would say is that I found it doesn't dissolve very much after 30 seconds. I've used a milk frother or a spoon to stir it in properly, cause if I don't, it just gathers at the bottom of the glass or mug.

The brand's overall ethos, sustainability and eco-friendly practices are great, and I would love to try more of Ancient + Brave's blends in the future! 

I'd love to know your thoughts on this brand!

*This post contains PR products from Ancient + Brave (not in exchange for a blog review). All views are my own. There are also affiliate links in this post; they are marked with an asterisk (*). For more information, please read my disclaimer. Thank you for your support!