We hear the word collagen walking around in beauty a lot, but a lot of us are a bit hazy about what exactly it is. We’re not talking about face fillers or beauty supplements. We focus on collagen beauty products and how the ingredient can plump skin without a needle in sight.
To start with the basics, collagen is the most abundant protein in the body and one of the main components of the skin, says Dr. Karyn Grossman, certified dermatologist and inventor of KARYNG. It literally holds the body together and is the scaffolding that holds the skin up, adds Paula Begoun, founder and inventor of Paula’s Choice Skincare. Without them the skin would be slack and slack. Of course, that happens as we get older. After age 20, our levels drop about 1 percent a year, says Grossman. This loss leads to wrinkles, sagging, and enlarged pores.
It would be nice if beauty products could add collagen to our depleted reserves. But unfortunately it doesn’t work that way. (Those looking to actually stimulate collagen should scour the product ingredient labels for collagen peptides or collagen amino acids.) Instead, most of the collagen found in beauty products acts as a humectant, helping to replenish and hydrate, Grossman says. The ingredient can be used at any age to help moisturize the skin.
There are three sources of collagen, according to Begoun: synthetic, animal, and vegetable. The good news is that according to research, one guy is no better than the other. And all of them help to keep the moisture in the skin’s surface layers.
Here are the moisturizing collagen beauty products that you can add to your routine.
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Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Moisture Essence, $ 90 at Elemis
This essence is better than the rest. All thanks to a mix of next generation flash filler, hyaluronic acid, padina pavonica and sea water rich in magnesium, copper and zinc. It basically doubles your skin’s moisture levels while reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. And hydration takes up to 24 hours.
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Skin Inc. Collagen Serum, $ 35 at DermStore
Do you love bespoke skin care? Mix this nutrient-rich serum with other serums to solve all skin care problems at once. Or apply it yourself. The formula clears parched skin, increases firmness and elasticity and improves the appearance of fine lines. The patented Japanese encapsulation technology for seaweed ensures that we can get the most out of the maximum formula.
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ID.AZ. Dermastic Water-Fit Mask, $ 15 at ID Placosmetics
Add this fill mask to your next #MondayMasking session. The sheet mask is loaded with hydrolyzed collagen, hyaluronic acid, and mineral-rich seawater to keep the skin hydrated. The formula actually helps lock moisture into the skin for longer-lasting hydration.
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Algae Genius Liquid Collagen, $ 115 at Algenist
This liquid collagen is not for drinking, it is for the skin. It is said to be the first vegan, plant-based collagen formula with the highest concentration of active collagen. How much do you ask There are a whopping 13,000 pearls of microalgae oil in each bottle. Before using the serum and moisturizer, apply a dropper of the product to cleansed skin in the morning and evening. The omega-rich formula improves the suppleness and resilience of the skin.
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The crème shop 30 Count Collagen Cleansing Towelettes, $ 5 in the Crème Shop
Remove dirt, oil, and waterproof makeup by gently rubbing faces with one of these towels. The wipes are formulated with collagen to make them firmer and tighter.
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Derma E. Advanced Peptides & Collagen Eye Cream, $ 29.95 at Derma E.
Apply collagen all over, including the eye area. This rich eye cream targets fine lines and deep wrinkles, and brightens dark circles after four hours of sleep. The powerful formula mixes a cocktail of vitamins, green tea, peptides and collagen. Plus, it’s cruelty free, vegan, and doesn’t contain gluten, sulfates, or mineral oil.
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L’Oreal Paris Collagen Moisture Filler Daily Moisturizer, $ 8.99 at Target
Think of this moisturizer as a good filler that does not contain needles. The formula, formulated with natural collagen, restores the skin’s elasticity and ensures an intensive supply of moisture. It’s nutritious, but the moisturizer won’t feel greasy or heavy under makeup.
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Mario Badescu Great Collagen Mask, $ 18 at Nordstrom
Are you wondering what is so great about this product? It is a pore-refining mask that does not dry out and is suitable for mature, dry and sensitive skin. Nourishing botanicals and collagen cleanse and plump the skin without peeling it off. Apply a thin layer several times a week to moisturize and keep the skin moisturized.
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Dr. Dennis Gross C + Collagen Brighten & Firm Vitamin C Serum, $ 78 at Nordstrom
Collagen and vitamin C are two effective ingredients for skin care, and this serum contains both. Dull skin is recharged thanks to the radiant formula. The serum also helps minimize the appearance of discoloration and improve firmness. With continued use, the product builds up collagen.
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TONYMOLY Master Lab Intensive Moisturizing Collagen Sheet Mask, $ 4 at Ulta Beauty
It is possible to get almost any ingredient into a sheet mask. This consists of natural cellulose and is soaked in a liquid collagen essence. The secure fit ensures that all active ingredients for a hydrated, radiant complexion are absorbed by the skin. Pat in excess serum after removing the sheet mask. You don’t want a drop to go to waste.
