{"id":506,"date":"2020-09-28T23:15:38","date_gmt":"2020-09-28T23:15:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/blog\/?p=506"},"modified":"2020-09-29T20:47:37","modified_gmt":"2020-09-29T20:47:37","slug":"deep-dive-the-biology-of-collagen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/skincare-guides\/deep-dive-the-biology-of-collagen\/","title":{"rendered":"Deep Dive: The Biology of Collagen"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From targeted Instagram ads for supplement powders to add to your morning coffee, to the many methods of stimulating it in your own skin, you\u2019ve likely heard talk of collagen. Collagen has recently skyrocketed in popularity. It\u2019s found not only in skincare products but in shampoos, the aforementioned nutrition powders and body creams. So, what is it all about and what role does it play with regard to your skin? In this post, we\u2019ll tackle what exactly collagen is, the relationship it has with your skin as you age and what ingredients you should be looking for in your skincare to boost your skin\u2019s collagen. Find out which products to choose and when you can expect results. Here, your guide to everything you always wanted to know about collagen and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/skincare-guides\/deep-dive-the-biology-of-collagen\/#What_Is_Collagen\" >What Is Collagen?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/skincare-guides\/deep-dive-the-biology-of-collagen\/#When_Should_You_Focus_on_Boosting_Collagen\" >When Should You Focus on Boosting Collagen?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/skincare-guides\/deep-dive-the-biology-of-collagen\/#What_You_Eat_Makes_A_Difference\" >What You Eat Makes A Difference<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/skincare-guides\/deep-dive-the-biology-of-collagen\/#What_You_Dont_Eat_Also_Makes_A_Difference\" >What You Don\u2019t Eat Also Makes A Difference<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/skincare-guides\/deep-dive-the-biology-of-collagen\/#Incorporate_Retinol_and_Vitamin_C_Into_Your_Skincare_Routine\" >Incorporate Retinol and Vitamin C Into Your Skincare Routine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/skincare-guides\/deep-dive-the-biology-of-collagen\/#1_Try_A_Complex\" >1: Try A Complex<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/skincare-guides\/deep-dive-the-biology-of-collagen\/#2_Try_A_Serum\" >2: Try A Serum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/skincare-guides\/deep-dive-the-biology-of-collagen\/#The_Case_For_Derma-Rollers\" >The Case For Derma-Rollers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/skincare-guides\/deep-dive-the-biology-of-collagen\/#As_Always_Consistency_Is_Key\" >As Always, Consistency Is Key<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Collagen\"><\/span>What Is Collagen?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s begin with the basics. What is collagen? Collagen is a protein that provides structure to your bones, skin, tendons and ligaments \u2014essentially, much of your body. Collagen\u2019s role with regard to skincare is vital from both a functional and cosmetic perspective. The reality is that everyone\u2019s normal aging process causes a decrease in the skin&#8217;s natural collagen production and this leads to a number of common aesthetic skin concerns. These include everything from lines and wrinkles to a loss of firmness to uneven texture in the skin. In other words, these are the visible signs of a lack or decreased levels of collagen on your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Should_You_Focus_on_Boosting_Collagen\"><\/span>When Should You Focus on Boosting Collagen?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When is the right time to stimulate your own collagen production? According to dermatologist Dr. Vivian Bucay, everyone aged 20 and up should be using some type of treatment that speeds up cell renewal. \u201cBy the time you are 50 years old, you have half as much of your collagen and half as much of your hyaluronic acid as you would in your 20s,\u201d Dr. Bucay explains. Here\u2019s another fun fact: She notes that every year, you lose 3% of your collagen, which is what gives the skin support. She uses a mattress as an analogy. \u201cCollagen is like the mattress covering,\u201d Dr. Bucay explains. \u201cIt holds everything together.\u201d To further the analogy, in this scenario, Hyaluronic Acid is the coils, she says. \u201cThey resist compressive forces, and the less we are able to resist these forces, the harder it is for the skin to bounce back,\u201d she says. For example, you know how sometimes you wake up in the morning and have that line from the pillow? The older you get, the longer it takes for that line to disappear. After your mid-30s, it can take at least an hour plus for that line to go away. Note to self: It\u2019s good to invest in a silk pillowcase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_You_Eat_Makes_A_Difference\"><\/span>What You Eat Makes A Difference<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A healthy diet is also integral to supporting the natural process of collagen production. Eat protein-rich foods from plant or animal sources to get amino acids. More nutrients that assist in the process of producing collagen are zinc, Vitamin C and copper. You\u2019ll find these in fruits and vegetables. You\u2019ll find zinc in dairy, red meat and poultry, along with beans, nuts, crab, lobster and whole grains. Vitamin C is found in citrus fruits, broccoli, cauliflower, green and red peppers, tomatoes, potatoes and winter squash. Copper is in dark chocolate (yes!), leafy greens, shiitake mushrooms, nuts and seeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_You_Dont_Eat_Also_Makes_A_Difference\"><\/span>What You Don\u2019t Eat Also Makes A Difference<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You also want to avoid things that accelerate collagen damage, of course. Some things that are associated with creating a decline in collagen production are probably not a surprise to you. Smoking and UV rays are high on the list of things you should avoid. And what you don\u2019t eat is important as well. Avoid eating foods that are high in sugar or reaching for a lot of refined carbohydrates. These can also have a negative effect on increasing collagen production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Incorporate_Retinol_and_Vitamin_C_Into_Your_Skincare_Routine\"><\/span>Incorporate Retinol and Vitamin C Into Your Skincare Routine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Try_A_Complex\"><\/span>1: Try A Complex<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dermatologist <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/blog\/doctors-notes\/dedicated-derms-dr-tomi-lee-wall\/\">Dr. Tomi Lee Wall<\/a> points out that retinol is one of the best-known boosters of collagen. The third step of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/shop\/reverse-brightening-regimen\/p\/RVRGG01\">REVERSE Brightening Regimen<\/a> is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/shop\/reverse-dual-active-brightening-complex\/p\/RVTTG50\">Dual Active Brightening Complex<\/a>, which combines Vitamin C and Retinol. The power pair works together to enhance radiance and reveal brighter skin, while reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Both retinoids and Vitamin C help improve the appearance the visible signs of aging on skin, often caused by decreased collagen levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Try_A_Serum\"><\/span>2: Try A Serum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a serum\u2019s more your thing, try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/shop\/redefine-intensive-renewing-serum\/p\/AASRI60\">REDEFINE Intensive Renewing Serum<\/a>. This skincare product is formulated with Retinal-MD Technology, a form of Vitamin A that&#8217;s more potent than Retinol, but gentle enough for daily use. This nighttime serum jump starts your skin&#8217;s natural renewing process to smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while revealing younger-looking skin. When adding any retinol product into your routine, it\u2019s good to use it 2-3 nights a week and gradually amp up use up to every other evening. Always layer a nighttime moisturizer on top to minimize flaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1100\" height=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AMP_MD_IRS_1100x1100-1100x1100.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-541\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AMP_MD_IRS_1100x1100-1100x1100.jpg 1100w, https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AMP_MD_IRS_1100x1100-550x550.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AMP_MD_IRS_1100x1100-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AMP_MD_IRS_1100x1100-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AMP_MD_IRS_1100x1100-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AMP_MD_IRS_1100x1100-2048x2048.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1100px) 100vw, 1100px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Case_For_Derma-Rollers\"><\/span>The Case For Derma-Rollers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Wall says that a Derma-Roller is also an incredible tool for stimulating collagen. \u201cWithin your skin you have cells called fibroblasts, which are the makers of collagen,\u201d Dr. Wall explains. \u201cAs you are derma-rolling, you create tiny areas of \u2018trauma\u2019 in the skin, which \u2018tricks\u2019 your fibroblasts to thinking they need to create more collagen,\u201d she says. The micro-exfoliating, handheld Derma-Roller is part of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/shop\/redefine-amp-md-system\/p\/AAAPS01\">REDEFINE AMP MD System<\/a>. The Derma-Roller uses micro-exfoliating tips to condition the uppermost layer of skin and boosts the performance of other products. This improves absorption and amplifies the results of Intensive Renewing Serum layered on top for smoother, firmer-looking skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"As_Always_Consistency_Is_Key\"><\/span>As Always, Consistency Is Key<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How long do you need to use a proper skincare regimen to see the results? It typically takes about a month for skin cells to turn over. So, a good rule of thumb is to follow your skincare Regimen consistently to see the visible results on your skin. Keep up with those morning and evening skincare routines and you\u2019ll see youthful-looking, glowing skin before you know it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From targeted Instagram ads for supplement powders to add to your morning coffee, to the many methods of stimulating it in your own skin, you\u2019ve likely heard talk of collagen. Collagen has recently skyrocketed in popularity. It\u2019s found not only in skincare products but in shampoos, the aforementioned nutrition powders and body creams. 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