How to Care for Firm, Youthful-Looking Skin?
Collagen and skin ageing: How to care for your skin?
Collagen is one of the most important proteins in the human body. Its main role is to maintain the elasticity, firmness and structural integrity of tissues. It acts as a carrier for other proteins, giving the skin proper springiness. Unfortunately, with age we lose collagen, which reduces the firmness of our skin, brings wrinkles and sagging tissues. It starts after the age of 25, when our body loses about 1-1.5% of collagen per year. How to effectively counteract this process?
Collagen loss: Visible on the skin around the eyes
Collagen loss shows especially on the delicate skin around the eyes. This is where the first wrinkles, so-called crow's feet, become visible, and over time the skin loses firmness and becomes saggier. Besides wrinkles, we may also notice dark circles, puffiness and drooping eyelids. Fortunately, there are effective methods that help regenerate the skin and counteract collagen loss.
Collagen peptides: What are they and how do they work?
Collagen peptides are protein fragments created by breaking down full-value collagen. Thanks to their low-molecular structure, collagen peptides are much easier for the body to absorb, which lets them penetrate through the epidermis layers and reach the dermis, where they stimulate the production of new collagen. In practice this means collagen peptides support skin regenerative processes, improve its firmness and elasticity, and help rebuild damaged structures.
Peptides are widely used in dermocosmetics and regenerative medicine. Used as creams, serums or supplements, they effectively support collagen rebuilding and improve overall skin condition.
New on the market: Vichy Liftactiv Collagen Specialist eye cream
Vichy, a leader in skincare, has been researching processes related to collagen loss in the skin for over 25 years. This work resulted in the Liftactiv Collagen Specialist dermocosmetic line, which effectively supports skin regeneration and prevents its ageing. The line also includes a new arrival – the Liftactiv Collagen Specialist eye cream, which answers the needs of the delicate skin around the eyes.
The cream formula is based on combining collagen peptides with other active ingredients such as proxylane, niacinamide, vitamin C and a pro-collagen complex. Thanks to this, the cream regenerates the skin around the eyes, reducing the five main signs of ageing: crow's feet, wrinkles, puffiness, dark circles and drooping eyelids. Clinical study results confirm its effectiveness, showing improved skin appearance after just a few weeks of use.
Lifestyle and collagen degradation
Although ageing processes are natural, collagen degradation is also influenced by external factors such as smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, lack of UV protection, as well as poor diet and excessive stress. To care for your skin, use the right dermocosmetics and lead a healthy lifestyle. Regular physical activity, a diet rich in antioxidants, and avoiding harmful habits can significantly improve skin quality and support collagen production.
Summary: How to effectively counteract collagen loss?
To keep a younger-looking skin, add products that support collagen regeneration to your daily routine, such as creams with collagen peptides. Additionally, a healthy lifestyle – avoiding stimulants, protecting skin from the sun, and a proper diet – will help slow ageing processes and keep skin in good condition. Modern dermocosmetics provide comprehensive support in fighting the signs of ageing and help restore firmness and glow to the skin.