Collagen

Collagen skin: How to boost collagen production

Collagen is a structural protein and an important component of our connective tissue and skin. It provides greater strength and elasticity in the upper layer of the skin.

But we don’t want to miss collagen in other parts of our body either – there are many different types of collagen:

• Collagen type I for tendons, bones, skin, fascia, cartilage
• Collagen type II for intervertebral discs, auricles, in the eye, cartilage tissue
• Collagen type III for vascular walls of the skin and internal organs
• Collagen type IV for the tissue between connective tissue and fat or muscle cells
• Collagen type V for lungs, bones, cornea, nervous system

However, with age, the body's own collagen production declines. This happens naturally with advancing age, but is exacerbated by external influences, including UV radiation, excessive stress, and nicotine and alcohol consumption.

Boost collagen production: Here's how

There are various products available for consuming collagen. There are also special dietary supplements and collagen preparations for the skin — although their effectiveness has not been proven.

Collagen in cosmetics can penetrate the uppermost layers of the skin and improve its moisture content. But there is also a variety of active ingredients that have been proven to stimulate the body's own collagen production.

• Retinol / Retinal: Retinal and retinol belong to the retinoids (vitamin A family) and help skin cells produce more collagen.
• AHA: AHAs (alpha-hydroxy acids), including glycolic, lactic and mandelic acid, stimulate collagen production and can thus improve skin texture and reduce fine wrinkles.
• PHAs: PHAs (polyhydroxy acids) have a gentle exfoliating effect and boost the skin's own collagen production. They are considered particularly well-tolerated and are often suitable for sensitive skin and for anyone seeking a gentle anti-aging effect.
• Vitamin C: Vitamin C or ascorbic acid is primarily known for its antioxidant effect, but at the same time it also stimulates collagen production.
• Peptides: The various types of peptides are generally well-tolerated and have become an essential part of anti-aging skincare. They stimulate the body's own collagen production, thus counteracting the first signs of wrinkles and fine lines.

Here at PURISH you will find a variety of products that will help boost your skin's own collagen and restore your skin's elasticity and firmness.

Discover products from our trend brands here: Transparent Lab, Q + A Skin, Lumene, Mario Badescu, facetheory, MIZON, Purito.