Did you know that from the 25 years our body begins to lose collagen naturally?
This protein indispensable not only plays a crucial role in the health of joints, bones and tissues, but is also key to the elasticity, firmness and luminosity of the skin. Its impact is most evident in our epidermis, where its decrease contributes to aging visible.
From the García-Legaz Dermatological Institute We want to help you understand what is collagen, what it is for, how you can maximize your benefits and the most effective methods for stimulate it and achieve firm, healthy skin.
What is collagen and what is it used for?
Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body, representing close to 30% of total proteins. Its main function is structural, since it provides resistance, support and elasticity to the tissues.
HE finds mostly in:
- Fur: maintains firmness and smoothness.
- Cartilages: provides cushioning and flexibility.
- Bones: contributes to its resistance.
- Hair and nails: strengthens and stimulates its growth.
- Tendons: acts as a support for the connection between muscles and bones.
Known as the the body's natural “glue”, collagen serves to maintain joined the tissues and acts as support frame, providing shape, strength and flexibility to cells and structures.
In addition, collagen is essential for the cicatrization of wounds, regeneration cellular, hydration and elasticity cutaneous.
Natural collagen loss and aging
Collagen is a protein stable and durable, whose half-life is measured in years. However, over time, factors such as UV radiation and the oxidative stress generate cumulative damage to its structure, affecting its function and quality gradually.
“Collagen production reaches its peak maximum level around the 30 years and gradually decreases thereafter, with a annual loss of 1-1.5 %.”
This progressive loss accumulates over the years, contributing to the appearance of visible signs of aging, as:
- Loss of elasticity.
- Sagging.
- Wrinkle formation.
Most relevant types of collagen for the skin
Although more than 100,000 have been scientifically identified 28 types of collagen, we are going to talk to you about the three most important To maintain the health and appearance of our skin:
Collagen type I
Represents the 90% of collagen in the skin. It is essential for the firmness and structure of the skin, as it is found in the deep layers of the dermis, providing support and resistance to keep skin smooth and sagging-free.
Type III collagen
It works together with type I collagen and is key to the elasticity of young skin. Over time, type III collagen It becomes type I collagen, which partially explains the loss of elasticity associated with aging.
Collagen type V
Although found in smaller quantities, type V collagen plays a fundamental role in organization of type I and III collagen fibers, ensuring an orderly and functional skin structure.
Benefits of collagen for the skin
Below, we explain the main ones benefits that this protein provides to your skin and the importance of stimulating it to maintain a healthy and radiant appearance.
- Improves firmness and reduces wrinkles: maintains the structure of the skin, preventing sagging and the formation of wrinkles.
- Deep hydration: helps maintain the skin hydrated from the inside and prevent premature aging.
- Cell regeneration: stimulates the cell renewal, repairing your epidermis from sun damage, stress and other external factors.
- Healing and skin health: accelerates the cicatrization and prevent its formation.
- Strengthening hair and nails: improves the health of hair and nails.
Laser collagen stimulation
The laser has established itself as one of the more effective treatments for stimulate collagen productionAt the García-Legaz Dermatological Institute, we use the Nordlys platform, which integrates different dermatological lasers for skin care.
The Nordlys Frax 1550 is a non-ablative fractional laser especially effective in the gentle stimulation but effective collagen. Its light penetrates the deep layers of the skin in a controlled and without damage the surface, generating thermal microlesions that trigger a process of remodeling and regeneration natural epidermal.
This laser is especially effective in the facial rejuvenation, treatment of scars and overall improvement in skin textureThe results are progressive and are recommended. several sessions to achieve the desired effect.
In short, collagen is essential to keep our skin smooth and healthy. Our García-Legaz dermatological team has the tools and knowledge to help you achieve visible and lasting results, effectively stimulating collagen production and, above all, safe.
Literature
- Schoenfeld, P. (2020). Collagen: Rejuvenate your skin, strengthen your joints, and feel younger thanks to a diet that increases collagen production and consumption. EDITORIAL SIRIO SA. https://books.google.es
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- PESCARU, I. Nordlys® Challenging Photorejuvenation: Light & Bright™ Treatment for Improved Skin Quality. https://beautymed.ro
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