# Wrinkle-Free Food Collagen Marshmallows are a Sweet Way to Even Out Skin Tones By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-07-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collagen-marshmallows References: [cakeheadlovesevil](http://cakeheadlovesevil.wordpress.com/) & [eatyourselfbeautiful](http://www.eatyourselfbeautiful.com/) Collagen Marshmallows are meant for those who are afraid of embracing the natural aging process. This yummy little treat may not be the healthiest choice of snack, but will surely even out those wrinkles you've been fretting about. The Collagen Marshmallows are [collagen-filled sweets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/refuel-protein-bar) that are [hydrolyzed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eternal-collagen) and then broken down into polypeptides for absorption. They are then added to food like marshmallows to easily be ingested. **Implications** - In a beauty-obsessed world where physical qualities drive personal interaction, beauty-enhancing products are everywhere. These products adapt multiple forms and span across many industries, from [creams and makeup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixsoon-pdrn-collagen-cream) to foods, pills and even candies. As society continues to demand perfection, the market for products that ease the pathway to this goal will continue to expand. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Beauty-enhancing Foods:** The demand for innovative foods that offer beauty benefits will continue to grow. - **Collagen-infused Treats:** Adding collagen to various sweet treats presents an opportunity for the food industry to tap into the beauty market. - **Edible Skincare:** The intersection of food and skincare offers disruptive innovation potential for the beauty and food industries. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Beauty Products:** There is a growing market for beauty products that encompass both traditional creams and makeup, as well as innovative edible options. - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the trend of beauty-enhancing foods to create innovative collagen-infused products. - **Cosmetics:** The cosmetics industry can explore the fusion of skincare and food by developing makeup products that incorporate beauty-enhancing ingredients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Marshmallow-Inspired Beauty Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jetpuffed-taste-beauty.md) - [Printed Collagen Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collagen-stacks.md) - [Fish Collagen Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dolcas-biotech.md) - [Marine Collagen Eye Gels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matine-collagen-eye-gel.md) - [Compact Collagen-Producing Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/essential-collagen-solution.md) - [Collagen-Boosting Heart Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grande-cosmetics.md) - [Cherry-Flavored Collagen Chews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vow-nutrition-collagen-chews.md) - [Collagen Nutricosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liftactiv-collagen-supplements.md) - [Advanced Collagen Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pro-collagen.md)