DracoBelle™ Nu is an innovative, plant-based extract derived from Moldavian dragonhead, with a unique mode of action. By activating the cellular longevity AMPK/FOXO pathway, it stimulates the body’s own collagen synthesis, resulting in skin that appears more radiant and glowing.
While animal‑derived collagen typically comes from bovine or marine sources, DracoBelle™ Nu is purely plant‑based. Further, instead of supplying collagen building blocks, it activates the body’s natural collagen‑producing processes. With a daily dose of just 100 mg, it also requires a much lower daily dose than conventional collagen supplements, which gives brands the flexibility to customise formulas with additional actives or vitamins to maximise performance.
DracoBelle™ Nu is scientifically proven to increase the skin’s hydration, elasticity and density. Two clinical studies demonstrated the ingredient’s efficacy. The latest study, published in 2025 and involving more than 100 female study participants showed remarkable results: 100 mg/day of DracoBelle™ Nu sd significantly increased skin thickness ─particularly dermal density (the collagen‑rich structural layer of the skin) ─ along with continuous improvements in hydration at all measured time points compared to placebo.
DracoBelle™ Nu is self-affirmed GRAS and suitable not only for dietary supplements but also for functional food and beverage applications. The ingredient is offered as a highly soluble powder extract, making formulation easy across a wide range of product concepts for beauty from within and anti-ageing.
Discover more about DracoBelle™ Nu here, or meet the team at one of the upcoming tradeshows:
- Vitafoods Europe ─ Booth UWA28
- SupplySide Connect New Jersey ─ Booth 338
- in-cosmetics global (Inner Beauty Zone) ─ Booth 2S138
