As most of you know, I’ve been taking collagen every day for years, and I really believe in its benefits. Since you loved our first two collagen products so much, we decided to launch two more. I’m so excited to introduce these latest additions to our exclusive Vital Proteins x Poosh collection: Matcha Latte Collagen Vibes for morning and Dream of Me Collagen Tea™ for nighttime.
Ever since I shared my yummy matcha recipe with our Poosh community, matcha has become a staple ingredient for Poosh and for our team, which is why I wanted to make a special blend that closely resembles my recipe’s creamy deliciousness. I’ll start with the flavor before I get into the benefits. I began testing the flavor during quarantine, so I wasn’t able to get my team’s in-person reaction like we typically do with our collabs. Silver lining—this was a bonding experience with Penelope because she helped me taste-test all the versions before deciding on the final option. P and I both chose this version, so it passed the ultimate Poosh test.
My OG matcha recipe calls for maple syrup, which can sometimes be a bit heavy (especially when I’m trying to cut back on unnecessary sugar), so I decided to sub in monk fruit extract, which has a similar taste and only one gram of sugar per serving. Coconut milk powder is also mixed into our Matcha Latte Collagen Vibes to give it a creamy consistency like my recipe—which contains almond milk. You can blend the powder with milk or warm water; I personally take it with water in the morning, but if you’re into a super-rich flavor I suggest taking it with your preferred milk option.
I also love that this formula contains chaga powder, which is basically a mushroom with antioxidant benefits that helps with alertness, plus your recommended daily dose of six vitamin Bs, again for additional alertness and immune support, and vitamin D (which most people are low on), and is so important for an overall healthy immune system. Our Matcha Vibes is basically my matcha recipe, but with added good-for-you ingredients. And it tastes so amazing!
What makes it different from our Blueberry and Lemon Collagen Vibes™?
Our Blueberry and Lemon Collagen Vibes™ focuses on improving your skin’s glow (thanks to vitamin C and hyaluronic acid) and is great to add to your morning shakes, while our Matcha Latte aims to boost energy and alertness while also supporting your body’s metabolism**. Some days I’ll start with Blueberry and Lemon in the morning around 7 a.m., right when I wake up, and then have the Matcha blend after my workout around 11 a.m., and other days I’ll wake up and immediately start with the Matcha powder. It really depends on what my body needs that day, which is why they work so great together. The Matcha isn’t a sub for the Blueberry Lemon, it’s an addition!
The benefits of our Matcha Latte Collagen Vibes™:
10g Collagen: Supports hair, skin, nail, bone, and joint health by helping stimulate collagen production**
50mg Caffeine: A natural pick-me-up that stimulates the brain and central nervous system, helping you stay alert and delay the onset of fatigue**
100% DV 6 B Vitamins: Supports healthy metabolism by helping convert food into energy**
100mg L-theanine: A unique amino acid that increases the production of alpha waves in the brain, promoting a state of alert calm and relaxed wakefulness**
100mg Chaga Mushroom Powder: A type of fungus that contain a complex array of bioactive compounds with immune-supporting properties**
100% DV Vitamin D: A fat-soluble vitamin that helps boost mood and assist in improving overall wellness**
Vital Proteins x Poosh Matcha Latte Collagen Vibes™
Price: $34
Matcha with a kick.
Editor’s note: this was a limited-edition flavor and it’s now sold out.
For my updated nighttime routine, we developed the Dream of Me Collagen Tea™ in an insanely delicious apple pie flavor. It’s super seasonal, like a taste of fall in a cup. This evening blend provides all the sleep-supporting benefits of our beloved Pink Moon Milk, but without the melatonin. This formula contains ashwagandha, which is an adaptogen I really like that supports the body’s ability to relax**, plus L-Theanine and GABA, which are amino acids used to naturally lower activity in the nervous system and level out mental pressures by promoting calmness**.
Since this new nighttime flavor is a tea, it’s lighter than our latte so it’s perfect for evenings when you want something that’s not as creamy and heavy before you hop into bed. Lately, I’ll save our Moon Milk (which I only take half the recommended serving) for nights when I’m completely sleep deprived and need a deep sleep, and I use our Dream of Me Collagen Tea™ on a more regular basis.
Melatonin doesn’t work for everyone, which is why I’m excited to add this non-melatonin option to our nighttime line-up. You can take it every evening without worrying about waking up groggy. Depending on my current sleep pattern, I’ll alternate between the two bedtime blends. On most nights, I’ll take one or the other around 10 p.m. Having the option of both is a great way to see what works for your body. For example, if you want to sleep in on the weekend, take our Pink Moon Milk the night before, while our new Dream Of Me Collagen Tea™ can help with a more consistent night’s rest, especially when you know you have to be up and ready to go in the morning.
The benefits of Dream of Me Collagen Tea™:
10g Collagen: Supports hair, skin, nail, bone, and joint health by helping stimulate collagen production**
400mg GABA: An amino acid that functions as a neurotransmitter and helps promote relaxation**
300mg KSM-66® Ashwagandha Root Extract: A clinically-studied, bioavailable Ayurvedic herb that supports the body’s ability to adapt and promotes calmness and relaxation**
200mg L-theanine: A unique amino acid that increases the production of alpha waves in the brain, promoting a state of alert calm and relaxed wakefulness**
50mg 5-HTP: A precursor to serotonin that may promote restful sleep by boosting melatonin production**
50mg L-Tryptophan: A precursor to serotonin that’s been shown to support falling and staying asleep**
Vital Proteins x Poosh Dream of Me Collagen Tea™
Price: $38
Fall in a cup… goodnight, sleep tight.
Editor’s note: this was a limited-edition flavor and it’s now sold out.
Matcha Latte Collagen Vibes = All the energy benefits and no jitters**
Dream of Me Collagen Tea™ = All the relaxation and sleep-supporting benefits and no next-day drowsiness**
I can’t wait to hear how you like our new products. Be sure to tag Poosh so I can see all of your reactions.
**These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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