Collagen is the protein that gives your skin its firmness, elasticity, and youthful glow. Unfortunately, collagen production naturally declines with age, leading to sagging skin, fine lines, and dryness. While expensive supplements promise results, you can nourish your skin from within using simple, natural ingredients already in your kitchen.

This DIY collagen drink blends the powerful antioxidant properties of cloves with the omega-rich hydration of chia seeds and the nutrient density of sabja (basil) seeds. Combined with lemon juice, raw honey, ginger, and cinnamon, this drink becomes a delicious and potent elixir for improving skin health, boosting natural collagen, and enhancing overall wellness.

Drink it regularly and watch your skin transform.

Ingredients Required

• 1 tsp whole cloves

• 1 tbsp chia seeds

• 1 tbsp sabja (basil) seeds

• ½ inch fresh ginger, sliced

• ⅛ tsp cinnamon powder

• Juice of ½ lemon

• 1 tsp raw honey (optional for added taste and healing properties)

All of these ingredients are affordable, easily available, and highly effective.

Procedure

1. Make the Spice Infusion
   Boil 250 ml of water in a pan. Add the cloves, sliced ginger, and cinnamon powder. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to extract the active compounds. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

2. Soak the Seeds
   While the infusion cools, place chia seeds and sabja seeds in a glass. Add 150 ml room temperature water and let them soak for about 10 minutes. They will swell into a thick gel-like texture.

3. Mix and Combine
   Once the spice water is warm (not hot), strain it into the glass with the soaked seeds. Add lemon juice and honey. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

4. Serve or Chill
   You can drink it immediately or refrigerate it for 15–20 minutes for a cooler, thicker consistency.

Instructions

• When to Drink: Consume one glass (around 350 ml) in the morning on an empty stomach or mid-day as a refreshing pick-me-up.

• How Often: 4–5 times a week is ideal for visible results.

• Storage: Store any leftover mixture in an airtight glass jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Shake before drinking.

• Taste Tips: Add a mint leaf or a pinch of pink salt to enhance the flavor if desired.

Benefits

1. Clove

Rich in antioxidants and known to support collagen production. Helps fight free radicals and improve skin resilience.
Also great for oral health and digestion.

2. Chia Seeds

Loaded with omega-3s, protein, and minerals. Help retain skin moisture, reduce inflammation, and support skin cell repair.
Also aids in digestion and improves satiety.

3. Sabja Seeds

Packed with flavonoids, zinc, and magnesium. Help in skin rejuvenation and support the natural healing process.
Also soothes the gut and helps control appetite.

4. Lemon Juice

A natural source of Vitamin C, essential for collagen synthesis and skin brightening.
Boosts immunity and detoxifies the body.

5. Cinnamon

Supports natural collagen formation and improves skin tone.
Also helps regulate blood sugar levels and metabolism.

6. Ginger

Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant-rich, it soothes the skin from within and supports collagen structure.
Also relieves bloating and improves circulation.

7. Honey

A natural healer and humectant that locks in moisture and supports tissue regeneration.
Also adds natural sweetness and antibacterial protection.

This Clove Chia Collagen Drink is more than just a wellness tonic—it’s a simple, delicious, and natural way to restore skin health, slow aging, and boost your body’s ability to produce collagen daily. Try it consistently and enjoy glowing, smoother, and firmer skin—one sip at a time.