Types of Collagen Explained: What’s Inside BrickHouse Nutrition Radiance

When you read the Radiance Supplement Facts label, you’ll notice some Roman numerals you probably haven’t seen since grade school: Type I, Type II, Type III, Type V, and Type X. You’ll also see terms like hydrolyzed, along with the ingredients chondroitin sulfate and hyaluronic acid.

If you are wondering about what any of that actually means, you’re not alone.

We designed Radiance to support more than just one area of the body. That’s why the formula includes multiple types of collagen from several sources. Instead of hiding behind marketing buzzwords or proprietary blends, we are going to break down what each ingredient does and whether the doses are strong enough to matter.

 

What’s In One Scoop of Radiance Collagen Peptides?

Before we dive into what each ingredient does, here is exactly what you get in every scoop of Radiance:

• Multi Collagen Blend (10,000 mg): Types I, III, V, and X from Hydrolyzed Bovine Collagen, Fish Collagen Peptides, and Eggshell Membrane Collagen
• Hydrolyzed Type II Collagen (600 mg): sourced from chicken sternum cartilage
• Chondroitin Sulfate (200 mg)
• Hyaluronic Acid (100 mg)
• Other Ingredients: None

That last part matters.

Many collagen powders include fillers, gums, sweeteners, flavors, or anti-caking agents. Radiance does not. This means every gram of the 11-gram scoop comes from active ingredients.

 

Hydrolyzed Collagen vs. Undenatured Collagen: Why It Matters

Collagen in its natural form is a tough structural protein. That is great for your skin, cartilage, tendons, and bones, but not so great for digestion.

Collagen that’s been hydrolyzed has been broken down into smaller peptides that your body can absorb more easily. Those peptides deliver the amino acids your body uses to support skin, joins, and connective tissue.

That is why most high-quality collagen supplements use hydrolyzed collagen instead of raw or undenatured collagen.

 

The Five Collagen Types in Radiance and What Each One Does

Your body produces many forms of collagen, but a handful do most of the heavy lifting. Radiance includes five of the most important types.

Type I: Skin, Hair, Nails, and Bone

Type I is by far the most abundant collagen type in the human body, accounting for roughly 90% of your total collagen. It’s a major component of your skin, tendons, ligaments, and bones.

If your goals are smoother skin, stronger nails, healthier hair, or general anti-aging support, Type I is the collagen you want.

Research on hydrolyzed collagen shows that consistent use can support skin hydration, elasticity, and even the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines over time. (1)(2)(3)

Type II: Joint Collagen

Type II collagen is the primary collagen found in your cartilage. And this is important because cartilage is the tissue that cushions your joints.

If Type I is more about skin and structure, Type II is more about your knees, hips, shoulders, and movement.

Radiance uses hydrolyzed Type II collagen from chicken sternum. That form provides the peptides your body can use to help maintain cartilage and connective tissue. (6)(7)

Type III: Skin and Tissue Support

Type III collagen works closely with Type I. It’s found in skin, blood vessels, and organs. Younger skin tends to have more type III, and as we age, levels decline. This is one of the reasons that skin can lose firmness over time. (4)

Radiance gets both Type I and Type III naturally from bovine collagen.

Type V: Structure and Hair Support

Type V collagen doesn’t usually get a lot of attention, but it still plays an important role in the body. It helps organize collagen fibers and supports tissues like hair follicles, connective tissue, and parts of the eye.

You can think about Type V as the support beams that allow the larger collagen types to do their job.

Type X: Bone and Cartilage Support

Type X is a highly specialized form of collagen. It’s found in the areas where cartilage turns into bone and it helps support healthy joint structure.

Type X collagen is especially valuable as you age and want to remain active. (5)

 

Why Radiance Uses Multiples Sources of Collagen

A single source of collagen usually provides only one or two collagen types in meaningful amounts.

That is why BrickHouse Radiance uses four sources of collagen:

• Bovine collagen for Types I and III
• Fish collagen for additional Type I
• Eggshell membrane collagen for Types I, V, and X
• Chicken sternum cartilage for Type II

Different sources bring different types of collagen, and using several sources creates broader support.

 

Additional Ingredients Included in Radiance

Chondroitin Sulfate (200 mg): Is It an Effective Dose?

This is a fair question, and the honest answer depends on your goals.

If you are looking at chondroitin sulfate as a standalone supplement, primarily used to help treat osteoarthritis, studies often use doses in the 800 to 1,200 mg per day range. (8) At 200 mg per scoop, Radiance isn’t trying to match those clinical joint-pain protocols.

So why include it?

In Radiance, chondroitin is included as a support ingredient, not the star of the formula. It’s still a natural part of cartilage and the extracellular matrix, where it works alongside collagen, hyaluronic acid, and other structural components to help support joint tissue.

If your main goal is managing a diagnosed osteoarthritis condition, then a dedicated joint formula with a higher-dose chondroitin may make more sense. But for broader daily support for joints, connective tissue, skin, hair, and nails, the amount in Radiance serves a useful function.

Hyaluronic Acid (100 mg): Is It an Effective Dose?

Yes, 100 mg of hyaluronic acid is an effective dose.

Hyaluronic acid helps hold water in tissues, which supports skin hydration and joint lubrication. Research on oral hyaluronic acid has shown benefits for skin moisture and wrinkle appearance in similar daily dose ranges as what’s included in Radiance. (9)(10)

 

How to Take Radiance for the Best Results

Just keep it simple.

• Take 1 to 2 scoops daily
• Mix with 8 ounces of water, coffee, smoothies, or your favorite beverage
• Take it any time of day
• Stay consistent

Collagen is definitely a see the benefits over time supplement, not a one-and-done fix.

 

When Will You Start Seeing Results

Here is what the research shows:

• Weeks 1 to 4: Subtle changes. Skin may feel smoother. Nails may feel stronger.
• Weeks 4 to 8: More visible skin improvements often happen here. Hydration and texture may improve.
• Weeks 8 to 12: Joint comfort and recovery benefits may become more noticeable.
• 12+ weeks: Ongoing support and maintenance.

If a collagen product promises dramatic results in a week, be skeptical. Collagen works gradually, not overnight, and the biggest factor in seeing results is taking it consistently over time.

 

Who Radiance is Best For

Radiance is a broad-spectrum collagen supplement that can be a great fit for:

• Adults 30 and older. As a general rule of thumb, natural collagen production begins to decline in your mid-20s and continues gradually with age. This is why fine lines, sagging skin, and slower tissue recovery start showing up.
• Active adults, lifters, runners, and anyone putting miles on their joints. Multi-type collagen peptides have specific research on exercise recovery and joint function support.
• Post-menopausal women. Estrogen decline accelerates collagen loss, and multi-type collagen supplementation has clinical support for skin and joint outcomes in this population.
• People dealing with early hair thinning, brittle nails, or dry skin that moisturizer alone isn’t fixing.
• Anyone who would rather take one well-rounded supplement than stack separate collagen, joint, and hyaluronic acid products.

 

What Sets Radiance Apart

Many collagen products use just one source, hide dosages in proprietary blends, or load up on fillers. That may be fine if your only goal is skin support, but your body uses multiple collagen types, and one source doesn’t cover them all.

Radiance was built differently. It combines four collagen sources, five collagen types, clearly listed doses, and no unnecessary extras, so you know exactly what you are getting in every scoop.

Take one to two scoops daily, mix it into whatever you already drink, and stay consistent for 8 to 12 weeks. No hype. No overnight fixes. Just intentional nutrition that builds real health, one brick at a time.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use HSA or FSA funds for Radiance?

Yes. BrickHouse partners with TruMed to make Radiance HSA and FSA eligible for qualified customers. At checkout, select the TruMed option to pay with your HSA or FSA card, or submit for reimbursement afterward.

Is Radiance safe for long-term use?

Collagen peptides, hyaluronic acid, and chondroitin are widely used in supplements and all have long-term safety profiles established in peer-reviewed research. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or managing a health condition, talk with your doctor before starting Radiance.

Is Radiance vegan?

No. Real collagen comes from animal sources. Radiance uses bovine, fish, chicken, and eggshell sources.

Can I take Radiance with other BrickHouse products like Field of Greens or Fortify?

Yes. Radiance pairs well with Field of Greens (a USDA Organic greens powder) and Fortify (energy and immune support). The formulas are designed to complement each other rather than overlap: collagen for structure, greens for micronutrients, Fortify for energy and immunity.

 

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