The best ways to stimulate collagen in your skin

Surely you have heard the word collagen everywhere lately as it appears in countless advertisements, creams, cosmetic treatments, etc. But do you really know what it is and what benefits it brings to our skin? Are you sure how to improve it? Next, we explain everything related to this fundamental element not only for the dermis but also for the human body.

When we talk about the skin, collagen has a fundamental function that is to help us make it look more beautiful, firm and smooth. The bad news is that from the age of 25 it begins to decline, so signs of degradation may begin to appear, such as drooping eyebrows, fine lines or holes in areas such as the cheeks. These natural proteins that the skin loses, contribute to a more aged and tired appearance of the face . Creams with collagen allow to hydrate the skin, but they are not able to increase the one we already have, since the molecule of this type of product does not allow it to penetrate even the deepest layers. Of course, they prevent transepidermal water from being lost, which is also essential for healthy skin.

At present, there are different treatments that help the production of collagen and elastin , in a minimally invasive way and with results that are usually long-lasting and that can be seen within a few days or weeks of performing the treatment.

Laser treatments

Lasers, such as IPL, are usually very useful when there are spots, scars or large pores on the skin. With this treatment, collagen production is stimulated since microscopic holes are created in the skin that cause a controlled burn so that it has to regenerate. At 12 weeks, necolagenesis occurs, that is, the formation of new collagen.

Chemical peels

With this treatment, which is adapted to each patient according to their specific needs, a peeling of the skin is created by chemical substances that cause the dermis to be repaired by creating new collagen. Thanks to the peeling you can rejuvenate the face, improve acne and oily skin, close pores, improve spots and scars and reduce wrinkles.

Tensioning wires

The tensioning threads, such as the Silhouette Soft, have a double action since, on the one hand, they reposition the hanging tissue of the skin and on the other, they stimulate the production of collagen lost during the aging process. These absorbable sutures with bidirectional cones are indicated in areas such as the eyebrows, cheekbones and the middle third of the face, jaw line, neck, nasolabial fold and marionette lines.

Dermal fillers

Thanks to dermal fillers we can improve wrinkles and folds but in addition, we can also stimulate the production of new collagen to be able to treat the causes of aging of the dermis. Fillers such as Ellansé, manage to give a youthful and natural appearance with gradual and long-lasting effects (from 1 to 4 years) thanks to its unique and patented composition that contains 70% carboxycellulose base gel (CMC) and 30% microspheres. Polycaprolactone (PCL).

Another good example is Perfectha, a bioresorbable filler based on hyaluronic acid, a natural skin ingredient, that corrects facial contours and volumes. This product can be used on periorbital lines, perioral lines, forehead lines, frown lines and on the lips and its results can last up to 18 months.

Both treatments are quick and non-invasive and allow a normal life after their completion.

PRP

This technique takes advantage of the growth factors that Platelet Rich Plasma has. These substances help to create new blood vessels in the infiltrated area so that more nutrients arrive and the creation of cells and fibers such as collagen and elastin is increased. This treatment is often useful to improve blemishes, scars and fine lines.

Home care

At home you can also follow some routines to improve collagen and prevent aging. In this way, the results of the treatments will be accentuated.

Vitamin C and Retinol

Vitamin C plays a fundamental role in the production of collagen as it acts within cells with amino acids, adding hydrogen and oxygen to stimulate collagen production.

Retinol, for its part, has anti-photoaging and anti-wrinkle active ingredients that stimulate collagen synthesis.

Solar protection

A fundamental step in our daily routine and avoiding aging of the skin is the use of sun protection since UVB and UVA accelerate the loss of collagen and accentuate the effects of the passage of time on the skin both with the appearance of wrinkles. like stains.

A good diet

Food is also essential since collagen needs other proteins to be created. Eating lean proteins of animal origin such as chicken, fish or turkey and of vegetable origin along with cereals and vegetables will help your skin and also your bones.