Why collagen (and elastin) matter - and where they go
Your skin’s strength, elasticity, structure, and texture all depend on two powerhouse proteins: collagen and elastin. These proteins live in the middle layer of your skin and work together to keep it firm, smooth, and able to bounce back.
- Collagen provides skin with its structure and volume
- Elastin gives skin its stretch and bounce
But from your mid-20s, collagen and elastin start to decline (naturally) - and when that happens, the skin becomes thinner, less resilient, and more prone to sagging, wrinkles, and a rough texture.
Why collagen loss happens - and how it shows
Noticing flatter cheeks, a softer jawline, or duller skin? That’s likely collagen loss at work. And it’s not just about age. Sun exposure, smoking, weight loss, and even high-sugar diets can accelerate collagen and elastin breakdown - leaving your skin looking older than you feel. Lifestyle changes help, but some people may require more help to rebuild lost collagen and elastin.
That’s where advanced aesthetic solutions could assist you.
Enter Collagen Biostimulators: the next level in skin rejuvenation
Unlike surface-level skin treatments, collagen-stimulating injectables work by helping your skin rebuild its own foundation. These corrective treatments are scientifically designed to stimulate the body’s natural collagen and elastin production, resulting in firmer, smoother, more defined skin.
The benefits?
- Proven to increase type 1 collagen - the most essential form in the skin, by 66.5 % after 3 months of treatment with stimulation beginning as early as 5 days after treatment
- Supports the production of elastin, improving flexibility and bounce
- Long-lasting results - with effects that can last for more than 2 years
Where collagen-stimulating injectables can help:
- Facial areas that have lost volume and plumpness (sagging)
- Shallow to deep facial folds and wrinkles
- Facial areas that have changed contour (shape)
- Overall improvement in skin quality (texture, smoothness, and firmness)
- May offer a more natural-looking result
It’s important to remember that patience plays an important role in collagen-stimulating treatments.
Because these treatments work with your body’s own natural processes, results develop gradually - meaning changes are subtle at first and become more noticeable over time, often after a series of treatment sessions.
The number of sessions required depends on factors like your skin’s needs and the specific areas being treated. Your doctor will guide you on a personalised plan for your skin goals, and explain any possible risks or side effects, so you know exactly what to expect.
Ready to rebuild your skin from within?
Whether you’re addressing early signs of ageing, changes following weight loss, or simply looking to restore your skin’s natural glow - collagen loss can appear differently for every skin type and tone, which is why individualised guidance is key.
Speak to your Doctor about aesthetic treatment options from Galderma Aesthetics that support collagen and skin confidence from within.
Because when your skin feels stronger, firmer, and more alive, so do you.