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HyaCera
Ritual targets the gut-skin axis through hydration-specific ingredients like Ceratiq and Hyabest. It is designed to improve skin moisture and reduce wrinkles from the inside out using a nested capsule for optimized delivery.
Quality & Materials
Features 350mg of Ceratiq wheat oil extract and 120mg of Hyabest (lower molecular weight Hyaluronic Acid for better absorption).
Evidence & Testing
Ceratiq has been shown in double-blind, placebo-controlled trials to significantly improve skin hydration and reduce wrinkles within 12 weeks.
Brand Transparency
Ritual's 'Made Traceable' program allows users to see the exact supplier and manufacturing location for every ingredient.
Value Assessment
Priced at $54 for a 30-day supply. It is a specialized product, so the value lies in the specific clinical efficacy of Ceratiq vs. generic supplements.
Why Not Alternatives?
While many brands use generic collagen, Ritual uses Ceratiq (a plant-based ceramide) which has stronger clinical data for reducing fine lines than most oral collagen powders.
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