How to Stimulate Collagen Production

Collagen is the most abundant protein in our body, acting as a key structural support for tissues such as the skin, bones, tendons and cartilage. In the skin, it is found mainly in the dermis or middle layer, forming a network of fibres together with other molecules and giving our skin structure, firmness, elasticity and softness. However, as we age, this natural collagen production decreases, and this is where it becomes essential to understand what we can do and how to boost collagen production in the skin.

How time affects collagen production

Collagen is a molecule that provides consistency, flexibility and strength to the fibres present in the middle layer of the skin, known as the dermis. It also helps the skin stay hydrated and protected against external factors such as the sun, pollution and cold weather. Because its natural production does not last forever, it is essential to know how we can produce collagen naturally, so that we can prevent or delay the appearance of premature wrinkles and the first signs of sagging as much as possible. If we manage to stimulate collagen production, we will be slowing down skin ageing.

How to produce collagen naturally and avoid losing it

To encourage collagen production and maintain the skin's elasticity and firmness, it is essential to:

• Protect yourself from sunlight or reduce sun exposure, as ultraviolet radiation affects collagen production in the skin and causes it to break down more easily. We should therefore minimise exposure and always apply broad-spectrum sun protection.
• Look after your diet by including foods rich in collagen to support skin health, such as meat, fish, dairy products or nuts. In addition, vitamins C, A and E help improve elasticity.
• Reduce alcohol and tobacco consumption as much as possible, as well as stress, since these factors damage fibres and promote skin ageing.
• Use good products to boost collagen production, helping the skin look more hydrated, firm and youthful.

How to produce collagen in the face

As we have already mentioned, from the age of 25 collagen production gradually decreases, with losses of up to 1% per year, which is reflected in a greater tendency to develop wrinkles and sagging. In women, the drop in oestrogen, especially during menopause, makes these effects worse by interfering with natural collagen production.

So, if we ask ourselves how to produce collagen in the skin, or more specifically how to produce collagen in the face, this is where targeted dermatological products that are able to boost collagen production come into play. Facial care should therefore include the application of products that encourage collagen production so that the skin looks more hydrated, plump and youthful.

Best products for collagen production

Now that you know how important collagen is, let us look at some of our favourite products to stimulate collagen production in the skin:

Neutrogena Collagen Bank

This is a daytime moisturising cream with patented micro-peptide technology that helps protect and preserve the skin’s collagen, keeping it softer and more radiant throughout the day. In addition to collagen, it contains bakuchiol, a powerful natural antioxidant that protects against environmental factors that damage collagen, helping to combat premature ageing. It also has a very pleasant, lightweight, non-greasy texture, making it suitable for all skin types, including the most sensitive.

Vichy Liftactiv Collagen Specialist 16 Eye Serum

This eye contour treatment contains a unique pro-collagen complex based on peptides, proxylane and vitamin Cg, which works on the eye area for overall correction of the signs of ageing, reducing wrinkles, puffiness, dark circles and drooping eyelids. It has a lightweight, non-sticky texture that absorbs quickly into the skin.

Finally, we are not only going to talk about topical cosmetic products, because nutricosmetics also come into play here. This means that skin firmness can also be supported from within, complementing these topical treatments with key nutricosmetic products such as: