Which collagen cream to choose. Collagen anti-wrinkle products: varieties, application, effectiveness

Pharmacy products for wrinkles on the face, neck and décolleté (creams, gels and ointments) - composition, effect on the skin, instructions for use and reviews

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But, in addition to cosmetics, some have discovered for themselves miracle cures for wrinkles among medicinal drugs, using them not quite for their intended purpose and, oddly enough, they got results.

Consider some of the products that help fight wrinkles among cosmetics and medicines sold in pharmacies.

3D-fillers with hyaluronic acid from Libriderm - innovative creams for smoothing wrinkles

Cream types:

• day;
• night;
• for the area around the eyes;
• lip balm.

Reviews:

• Reviews of the series of Libriderm creams with hyaluronic acid are very different, half of the girls did not notice any results, and half noted a good anti-aging effect.
• I especially liked the eye cream and lip balm.
• The cream has a very light structure, is easy to apply and quickly absorbed, has no odors, does not cause allergies, therefore it is suitable for sensitive skin.
• Many noted that the cream does not moisturize well, therefore it is not suitable for very dry skin.
• Many girls noted that the rejuvenating effect of using these products is observed only during their use. They are not suitable for course use, but the result is noticeable immediately after the first use, such a "first aid".
• Recommended for both young girls over 25 and ladies over 45.
• Convenient bottles protect the cream from air and sunlight, dose and do not let a single drop of the product go to waste.
• Expensive.

Gel-activator Hyaluron concentrate with hyaluronic acid and collagen - effective fight against wrinkles

Main active ingredients:
1. Hyaluronic acid - fills the wrinkle from the inside, moisturizes the skin, nourishing all its layers with liquid, and also stimulates the production of its own collagen.
2. Collagen - combining with hyaluronic acid, it has a noticeable filler-like effect, also nourishes the skin, moisturizes it and contributes to a faster recovery of the epidermis, improves blood circulation.
3. Amaranth oil - accelerates the recovery and rejuvenation of all layers of the epidermis, has a peeling effect, normalizes the sebaceous glands.
4. Vitamins and trace elements are involved in all processes that are necessary for skin rejuvenation.

Expected effect:

• alignment of mimic and superficial wrinkles, improvement of the appearance of deep wrinkles;
• good hydration;
• noticeable rejuvenation and increase in skin elasticity, modeling of facial contours;
• even complexion, healthy glow, narrowed pores.

• The gel is recommended for girls over 25, and for those over 40, it is also suitable.
• Apply to cleansed skin in the morning and evening. You can use the activator gel as a day cream, and active Hyaluron serum is suitable as a night cream.
• The gel can be applied to the face, neck and décolleté area, it is not recommended to use it for the eyes and lips.

• Most girls speak well of this remedy, they note a noticeable smoothing of wrinkles, good hydration and complex facial rejuvenation.
• The result is noticeable after the first applications, but disappears after the cessation of use.
• Easy to apply and quickly absorbed.
• Democratic price.

Gel lifting Pectilift anti-wrinkle for mature skin

Composition: galacturonic acid pectin.

Gel action:

• filler-like effect - fills the wrinkle from the inside, evens out shallow wrinkles and improves the condition of deep skin folds;
• tones and tightens the contours of the face oval;
• promotes the production of its own collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid;
• normalizes the work of the sebaceous glands, narrows enlarged pores;
• accelerates the renewal of the layers of the epidermis, exfoliates;
• brightens, improves complexion;
• relieves inflammation;
• protects against negative environmental influences.

Reviews:

• There are mostly positive reviews, most likely advertising ones: the product smoothes out any wrinkles, improves complexion, tightens pores and makes the skin noticeably younger. The result is visible after the first applications and remains for a sufficiently long period.
• Nice price.
• Inconvenient bottle and inconspicuous packaging.
• The gel is easy to apply and absorb, has no additional fragrances and preservatives, and does not tend to cause allergic reactions.

Serum Bonatox - the latest find from wrinkles

The cosmetic industry does not stand still, developing effective anti-wrinkle products. When developing Serum Bonatox, cosmetologists tried to replace the painful and unsafe Botox injections. The principle of action of this serum is similar to the effect of Botox - it relaxes the muscles of the face.

Serum active ingredients and their action:

1. Peptide SYN-AKE, synthesized from snake venom, acts on nerve receptors, relaxes facial muscles, which allows you to cope with mimic wrinkles.

2. Aloe juice:

• moisturizes;
• nourishes;
• stimulates metabolism and collagen production;
• accelerates the restoration of the epidermis;
• has an anti-inflammatory effect;
• protects against the negative effects of environmental factors.

4. Rosemary extract :

• anti-inflammatory effect;
• improvement of blood circulation;
• removal of harmful substances from the skin;
• protection of the skin from the action of various factors.

• moisturizes;
• protects;
• restores the epidermis.

Expected effect:

• Can be used on the face, including the area around the eyes and lips.
• Relaxation of facial muscles, without the formation of a mask-like face.
• Smoothing mimic and superficial age wrinkles, improving the appearance of deep wrinkles.
• Lifting the oval of the face.
• Moisturizing, nourishing, evening out complexion, normalizing the functioning of the sebaceous glands.
• The developers claim that the effect obtained persists for a long time after stopping the use of serum.

• On the Internet, there were only positive reviews from the use of this serum, which is alarming.
• The serum is easy to apply, has a pleasant smell and texture.
• Most note a noticeable tightening of facial contours, smoothing most of the wrinkles, rejuvenation and improvement in complexion. The skin becomes elastic, toned and visibly rejuvenated.
• Cosmetologists are not so optimistic and believe that the effect of rejuvenation from such a serum is obtained due to natural active ingredients, and not from the analogue of Botox.

Cream BioVen (Bio Ven) - snake venom from wrinkles

Ingredients and their action:
1. Snake venom - like Botox acts on nerve endings and relaxes muscles, smoothes mimic wrinkles. Scientists claim that snake venom, unlike botulinum toxin, is not a strong toxin, and therefore its use is much safer. Snake venom also contains trace elements and beneficial acids that additionally nourish the skin.
2. Peptides and amino acids - nourish the skin and stimulate the production of its own collagen and elastin.
3. Vitamins A and E are vitamins of youth and beauty of the skin, acting on all processes of skin rejuvenation.
4. Allantoin is a stimulator of epithelial cell renewal.

Expected effects:

• Smoothing superficial and deep wrinkles, as after Botox injections, tightening facial contours.
• Moisturizing and general rejuvenation of the skin of the face.

• BioVen is indicated for women over 40 years of age.
• It is recommended to apply the product 1-2 times a day, it can be used under makeup. One procedure requires only one drop of cream.
• The cream must also be applied to the skin in the area around the eyes and lips.

• pregnancy and breastfeeding;
• age up to 40 years;
• prone to allergies.

• On the Internet, there are mostly positive reviews, most likely advertising, the effect of the cream is compared with the effect of Botox, the skin becomes silky and noticeably young within a week after the start of use.
• The cream can be used for any skin type, at any time of the day and on all areas of the face, including areas around the eyes and lips.
• There is a high risk of developing allergic reactions.
• The cost of the cream is affordable compared to Botox injections, the more the product is spent quite economically.
• There are no objective reviews and long-term results from using the cream.

Wrinkle patches Frownies, Fiten

Patches are a fairly new method of dealing with wrinkles. Previously, conventional medical plasters were used, but cosmetology does not stand still, therefore, special anti-wrinkle patches have appeared that have a more perfect and safe adhesive base, a convenient shape and size, specially selected for the required area of ​​the face, and can also be impregnated with various natural ingredients that enhance the effect of this method.

What is the effect of anti-wrinkle patches?
The main principle of action is the mechanical restriction of movement and tension of the mimic muscles and smoothing of the skin over them. As a result of such a compress, the muscles of the face relax, and the folds of wrinkles are gradually reduced.
Naturally, such procedures should be regular and carried out for more than one day, or even a month. But cosmetologists believe that this method can completely replace Botox injections and smooth out not only superficial mimic wrinkles, but also deep folds.

What are wrinkle patches?

The most popular wrinkle patches are products from two companies:

1. Frownies - patches on a natural adhesive basis, the shape of which does not require correction and can be applied to wrinkles in certain areas of the face:

• for wrinkles on the bridge of the nose and forehead;
• for nasolabial folds;
• for lips;
• for the area around the eyes.

2. Fiten - patches from a Japanese manufacturer impregnated with aquametals (solutions of gold, platinum, silver, titanium). Additionally, they improve blood circulation, metabolism and the production of their own collagen and elastin, restore the epidermis, cleanse the skin of harmful substances. Such patches have a universal round shape, which must be adjusted to the required area of ​​the face.

How to use the anti-wrinkle patch?
1. Cleanse your face.
2. Under the patch, it is better to apply a nourishing or moisturizing cream.
3. Make a light massage of the problem area to improve blood circulation and relax muscles.
4. Prepare a patch. Frownies should be lightly moistened with clean water. When using the Fiten patch, it is necessary to cut it into strips or semicircles, and then remove the protective film.
5. Lightly smooth the wrinkle with your fingers, stick a patch on it and lightly press down on it with a napkin.
6. The plaster is left for 6-10 hours, it is possible for the night.
7. Before removing the compress, the patch must be moistened with water, and then carefully peeled off so that the skin does not stretch. The area around the eyes requires special care and tenderness.
8. Such procedures are recommended to be carried out daily for 1-3 weeks, and then 2-3 procedures per week are enough. After achieving the result, the frequency of use of the patch can be adjusted.

Reviews:

• The procedure is not entirely comfortable, it is inconvenient for the husband and children to show themselves in this form.
• Often there is redness or irritation at the site of application of the patch, although these phenomena quickly pass.
• The effect is not immediately noticeable, but appears after a month of daily procedures. Even if after the first procedures the wrinkle is slightly smoothed out, by the end of the day it becomes the same.
• Patient ladies who use this patch for more than 1 month are satisfied with the result and its durability.

Blefarogel 1 for wrinkles

Main active substances:

• hyaluronic acid;
• aloe extract.

• inflammatory eye diseases (blepharitis, demodicosis);
• allergic blepharitis;
• increased loss of eyelashes;
• prevention of inflammation when using contact lenses.

• Moisturizes;
• fills the wrinkle from the inside, retains moisture in the dermis;
• stimulates the production of collagen and elastin;
• protects the skin around the eyes from environmental factors;
• has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect;
• accelerates the renewal of the epidermis.

• smoothes fine wrinkles;
• relieves eye fatigue;
• eliminates swelling of the eyelids and bags under the eyes.

Reviews:

• Most girls note the effective removal of edema and inflammatory changes in the eyelids. The gel relieves fatigue and redness of the eyes.
• Smoothes fine superficial wrinkles, prevents the development of new wrinkles by removing puffiness.
• Often irritates the mucous membrane of the eyes.
• May cause allergies.
• Affordable product, especially when compared to branded anti-wrinkle products for the area around the eyes.

Retinoic ointment for wrinkles

Composition: Isotretinoin (provitamin A).

Medical indication for the use of the drug: treatment of acne, seborrhea and some other inflammatory skin diseases.

How does it work on wrinkles?

• Improves metabolism and blood circulation in the skin;
• stimulates the production of its own collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid;
• accelerates the renewal of the epidermis;
• normalizes the work of the sebaceous glands;
• cleanses the sebaceous and sweat glands;
• evens and improves complexion;
• has an anti-inflammatory effect.

Reviews:

• Most girls note an improvement in the condition of the skin of the face, smoothing of shallow and mimic wrinkles, but long-term use is required.
• There may be swelling around the eyes.
• Frequent use causes irritation.
• Retinoic ointment dries and tightens the skin.
• A cheap, affordable remedy that is as effective as expensive creams with vitamin A.

Regetsin gel - eliminates acne, pimples and smoothes wrinkles

Active substance: hyaluronic acid.

Application in medicine: treatment of acne, seborrhea and some inflammatory skin diseases.

How does it work on wrinkles?

• Hyaluronic acid, binding with water, fills the wrinkle from the inside, pushes out small wrinkles.
• Normalizes metabolism, improves blood circulation in the skin and stimulates the production of collagen.
• Other substances included in the drug have anti-inflammatory and healing effects, accelerate the restoration of the epidermis.

• smoothing of superficial wrinkles;
• moisturizing;
• removal of inflammatory processes on the skin;
• narrowing of pores;
• mattifying and improving complexion.

• The gel is applied to the cleansed skin of the face with a thin layer with light massaging movements with fingers, including the area of ​​​​the eyes and lips, as well as the neck and décolleté area.
• It is applied 1-2 times a day, quickly absorbed and can be used immediately before applying makeup.
• The course of treatment - from 1 month, more than three months, the drug is not recommended to use.

• Almost all girls noted positive results in the fight against wrinkles, they are smoothed out, the skin is moisturized, a healthy even complexion appears.
• Easy to use, no additional products are required for the areas around the eyes and lips.
• Works well for acne and pimples.
• Can be used at any age.
• Individually may cause allergies and irritation at the site of use.
• Cheap drug available.

Curiosin for wrinkles

Curiosin, like Regetsin, contains hyaluronic acid, and is used in the treatment of acne and other inflammatory skin diseases. The principle of action on wrinkles, respectively, is similar.

Yes, and the reviews are also similar, in most cases - positive both among women and among cosmetologists.

It is worth noting that Curiosin causes allergic reactions less often and moisturizes the skin better.

The difference is in the manufacturer: Regetsin is produced in Russia, and Curiosin in Hungary. The price is also different: Regetsin is 2-3 times cheaper than Curiosin.



A photo: before and after the use of Curiosin.

Solcoseryl anti-wrinkle gel

Indications for use in medicine: a large list of skin diseases that require the restoration of the skin and improve their nutrition.

How does it affect wrinkles?

• Activates the metabolism in the skin;
• stimulates the production of its own collagen;
• accelerates the recovery and rejuvenation of the epidermis.

Mask Solcoseryl + Dimexide(better done in the evening, 1-2 hours before bedtime):
1. We cleanse the skin of the face.
2. Dimescid is diluted in purified water in a ratio of 1:10 and applied with a swab to the skin of the face, avoiding the area around the eyes and lips.
3. Apply a thick layer of Solcoseryl gel on top and relax for 20 minutes.
4. Rinse off the mask with water and apply your favorite nourishing cream.

Reviews:

• Most of the girls noted a good result and smoothing of small wrinkles, healing of pimples and blackheads, alignment of complexion and narrowing of pores.
Lyoton
Heparin fights the cause of the development of just such wrinkles, relieves swelling and bags under the eyes without harming the skin. It is well absorbed into the skin, acting at the level of blood vessels. It can also be used in the area around the eyes.

Also, cosmetologists noticed a good effect of Heparin in the presence of rosacea - vascular red spots on the face, when it is used, the color and tone of the face are evened out.

How to use heparin for wrinkles?

• Heparin should be used on the days when edema appeared, namely in the morning immediately after waking up.
• Apply the drug to cleansed skin, including the area around the eyes.
• After 20 minutes, you can wash off the product and apply a regular cosmetic cream. But the gel can not be washed off and used under makeup.
• The drug can be used no more than 3 times a week.

With age, many things change in a person. These changes are not always positive. For example, skin aging is a process that does not please anyone. Collagen cream can help restore youth and tone to the skin.

What is collagen

Collagen is a special type of protein that makes up a significant part of the human body. Its quality affects the properties of skin, bones, cartilage, ligaments, tendons. About 70% of this substance is contained in the human dermis, and only 30% remains on the muscles, bones, tendons of the whole body.

Elasticity and elasticity of the skin is ensured precisely thanks to it.

Its peculiarity is the structure of a spiral shape. This is what allows the skin to stretch like springs. Also, the collagen substance absorbs water in grandiose volumes - 30 times more than it weighs itself. This interesting property allows the protein to be used as a humectant.

Collagen is added to cosmetics for the following purposes:

1. Strengthening the influence of oils and plant extracts included in the product.
2. Creating a layer that protects the hair, adding shine to hair and improving their appearance.
3. Smoothing effect upon application, creating a layer that retains water, but is permeable to oxygen, additional moisture.

Varieties

Products with collagen, which can be bought in pharmacies or ordered online, can be divided into several types: fluids, creams, masks.

Fluid funds effectively moisturize the skin. They differ from other means by deeper and more effective penetration into the lower layers of the dermis. It can be used as a standalone product, or applied under a mask.

Creams may differ in composition, properties due to the added ingredients, but, in fact, are very similar to each other.

The cream includes collagen of various origins.

Thus, animal protein is used in the production of the cheapest cosmetics; its production does not require large expenditures of money and effort. It is this cream that will become the simplest and most affordable option.

The vegetable species works much better than the animal, is completely absorbed by the skin and used by the cells, further penetrating into the fibers of the skin. A cream with this type of protein is synthesized from wheat germ, its presence makes wheat germ oil so popular in cosmetology. When it comes from outside, cell growth and division is naturally stimulated in the skin. Also, the content in this form has a positive effect on the skin. analogue of female hormones - phytoestrogen. And this even more encourages the production of their own hormones.

The most suitable for cosmetic use is a cream that uses a marine type of protein.

It is found in the skin of marine fish. This is the most allergenic type. It is very sensitive to external influences such as: air, heat, sunlight, acidity. Some of the negative factors may be contained in cosmetics. In order for the product with a marine substance not to deteriorate, manufacturers have to use preservatives, as well as impose restrictions on the storage conditions of the product. Despite all these problems, marine protein is used quite often, due to its excellent compatibility with the protein composition of human tissues. Liquid cream with marine collagen will be a good care product for your skin.

Principle of action and effect

As already discussed above, collagen molecules in appearance resemble spirals. With age, damage to the dermis due to free radicals, external factors, bad habits, and stress is inevitable.

Because of all this, collagen molecules are stretched and can no longer hold water in themselves, the epidermis can stretch and sag.

Naturally, scientists spend a lot of effort on studying the topical issue - is it possible to stimulate the production of this protein by the skin.

At the moment, you can resort to various methods to get rid of its disadvantage:

• masks,
• Darsonval therapy,
• injections,
• collagenaria.

The mask with regular use makes the face contour more toned, removes wrinkles and dark circles, moisturizes the dermis, eliminates microtrauma. This is an excellent prevention of stretch marks and scars. Small wounds heal with just one use of the mask.

Darsonvalization is a physiotherapy method that uses the action of a pulsed current of small strength, but high frequency. This method is used to treat a huge number of diseases. When applying darsonvalization, the following effects are observed:

• blood circulation increases, tissue nutrition improves,
• cells are saturated with oxygen
• lymph outflow improves, blood stasis is prevented,
• immunity is activated
• bactericidal and anti-inflammatory action,
• improving the tone of the face and body,
• medicinal substances penetrate into the deep layers of the dermis.

Mesotherapy is a good option for those who do not want to resort to plastic surgery. It is quite expensive, but safe and effective. During mesotherapy, a mixture of collagen and hyaluronic acid is injected under the epidermis, which stimulates the production of its own protein in the body and increases the amount of building material for this. With the help of injections, scars, scars, including acne, are treated. There is a rejuvenation effect, a general tightening and improvement of the facial contour. Injections make it possible to improve the shape of the lips, add volume to them.

collagenarium essentially like a solarium. It combines the action of blue and red light waves. Blue lamps give a therapeutic effect. The red lamps of collagenaria give a light wave that penetrates deep into the epidermis, thereby stimulating collagen synthesis.

From what age to apply

Young skin without any intervention looks elastic, smooth, fresh. The body itself produces collagen in the amount necessary to maintain tone.. The first mimic wrinkles and aging of the skin are a warning that the body lacks the collagen substance. The processes of its production are inhibited with age, cells are destroyed under the influence of many factors.

But eating collagen products at a young age will not help prevent aging. On the contrary, it will only speed it up. After all, collagen protein coming from outside will serve as a kind of drug, the body will forget how to produce it itself. And this will lead to problems not only with the skin, but with the whole body.

40 years is the average age at which women are recommended to start using collagen cream. Before this age, the use of such cosmetics is strictly prohibited. And if at this age your face looks young and fit, it is better to postpone the use of such products for several years, until signs of aging appear. In any case, before using these products, it is better to consult a specialist who will help you choose the necessary products, or suggest other options for skin care and maintaining its youth.

What to look for when choosing

Manufacturers can add various substances to improve the characteristics of the cream. There are some features that are best considered when choosing a tool.

• If you have a choice, opt for sea squirrel. It is best absorbed by the dermis, embedded in the skin. However, such a cream will cost a little more.
• Animal protein is well suited for dry type of epidermis. The main thing is not to overdo it. The film formed during use impairs the access of oxygen and clogs the pores. Many experts believe that animal protein is not absorbed by the skin at all.
• For the oily type of the dermis, cosmetics with a hydrolyzate are most suitable. It does not contain fat and is ideal for this type of dermis.
• When choosing, pay attention to the price of the product. It is quite expensive to extract vegetable, and especially marine collagen. Therefore, it cannot be cheap. But, as always, high cost is not an unambiguous indicator of quality. Therefore, it is necessary to take into account reviews about this cosmetic product.
• If you don't see in the description what specific type of protein was used in the production, most likely it is collagen derived from animals. The production of this protein is relatively inexpensive, which encourages manufacturers to use it in many products.
• As with all beauty products, try a collagen product on a small area of ​​your skin before using it. This will help avoid allergies and irritations.
• Check the ingredient list. If Collagene is listed in the last positions, then its content in the cream is negligible.
• Pay attention to the storage conditions of the product. Collagen-containing cosmetics, especially of marine origin, should be stored in the refrigerator, away from sunlight.

Overview of the best brands

• Moisturizing azulene cream Christina. Marine protein product. It also contains elastin, vitamins A, E, glycerin, glucose, fructose, hyaluronic acid, clove extract. Thanks to this composition, it perfectly moisturizes and refreshes, improves elasticity, fights inflammation. Renews cells and has a positive effect on the skin.
• "Spezial" by Merz. The tool developed by German scientists consists only of vegetable protein. Enriched with pectin, arginine, serine, proline and other ingredients, the cream penetrates deep into the skin, prompting the epidermis to produce its own collagen substance with a vengeance. You will be able to evaluate the results from the use of the product after two weeks. There is a noticeable improvement in the overall appearance of the epidermis, especially around the eyes - wrinkles are reduced.

It also reduces the dryness of the skin, increases its elasticity.

• Alpha Collagen Caviale- quite a budget option. Suitable for initial acquaintance with collagen cosmetics, perhaps that is why the name contains "alpha". It does not have a natural composition and can cause allergic reactions.
• "3D Express Lifting" by Medical Collagene 3D- one of the first Russian professional products. Thanks to the main ingredients: hyaluronic and succinic acids, vitamin complex and panthenol, this is a healing, firming and rejuvenating cream.

A good composition is especially impressive against the backdrop of a low price.

• "Collagen-Ultra"- a preparation based on a hydrolyzate, used as a dietary supplement and an agent for external use. It restores the joints and the musculoskeletal system, and also locally affects the problems of the dermis.
• Lifting balm Mizon, 75% composed of collagen protein, fights against thinning of the skin, improves elasticity, helps to get rid of wrinkles and dryness. The rich composition helps to additionally nourish the dermis, hydrolyzed collagen is absorbed by the body much better.

The drug fights against infections, affects the deep layers of the epidermis, evens out the skin.

• Hydrogel "Emalan""- a colloidal dosage form with water as a solvent. The cream is based on a neutral collagen protein that does not irritate the surface of the wounds. The product does not form a crust, it is well absorbed by the dermis. The protein in Emalan becomes a building material for the skin and actively heals wounds.
• "Ecollagen" by Oriflame. Stimulates the production of its own collagen substance by the skin, cleanses and tones the face.

• Cream-balm "Collistar Attivi Puri"- Eliminates wrinkles and prevents the appearance of new ones. Provides comfortable care and rejuvenation. Does not contain dyes, alcohol and fragrances.
• Lifting cream "Limony" - by 75% is made up of sea proteins. A cosmetic preparation in the form of a jelly is ideal for oily and combination dermis.

Bielita-Vitex"F ace Collagen" Cream-Matrix - Suitable for dry and normal skin. Protects from antioxidants, models the oval of the face, intensively nourishes and moisturizes the epidermis.

Modern advertising has a great influence on a person. She is able to inspire anything to a gullible consumer. This is especially true for the beauty industry. Collagen-based preparations are popular today. But before making a final choice, it is worth knowing what function a collagen face cream performs. Does our skin need it and is it able to rejuvenate it - this and many other things need to be dealt with in more detail.

Collagen and its functions

Collagen is a special protein that is present in tendons and ligaments, moreover, it fills the empty space between muscle fibers. Its main function is to bind and provide strength, firmness and elasticity to connective tissues.

Of course, they are maximally elastic at a young age, but over time, their elasticity is lost, as a result of which the skin sags and wrinkles appear. This is most pronounced in the mouth, eyes and forehead. This process is caused by the lack of the required amount of moisture in the cells: on the one hand, collagen does not allow its loss, and on the other hand, it can absorb it into itself (it absorbs volumes of liquid that exceed its own weight by 30 times).

Operating principle

The collagen molecule is a helical protein filament. It is due to this that the elasticity of the skin is due to the quality and quantity of collagen fibers, consisting of glycosaminoglycans. With a low level of glycosaminoglycans, the springs weaken, stop retaining moisture, which leads to sagging and stretching of the skin.

Scientists are still struggling with the question of whether it is possible to somehow influence the additional production of collagen. There are several ways: expensive salon procedures - mesotherapy (injection of cocktails based on collagen and hyaluronic acid under the skin), etc. A less expensive method is a cream with collagen and elastin for the face, but experts still argue about the effectiveness of such drugs.

Benefits of Collagen

disadvantages

• Regular use of such creams can lead to addiction, as a result of which the aging process can even accelerate.
• Animal collagen, which is part of most budget funds, forms a film on the skin that prevents the normal functioning of the epidermis.
• It has clearly defined age limits.

Kinds

You can always find a variety of special skin care products containing collagen in a specialized store or pharmacy, but some may be confused by the cost, which fluctuates quite significantly. Many ladies, of course, may want to save money, but in most cases this will be done in vain. Today, four types of collagen are used in cosmetology, each of them has its own characteristics, advantages and disadvantages. And this is worth looking into in more detail.

Types of collagen:

• Animal. Its main advantage is its affordable price and long shelf life. It is made on the basis of components extracted from the skin of cattle. The main disadvantage of this type of collagen is that it is not practical to use it. Animal protein molecules are so large that they cannot penetrate the skin. They only form a film on the surface of the epidermis that clogs the pores.
• Vegetable. Collagen, which is obtained from wheat germ, is considered safer and more effective. However, these creams are not cheap pleasure.
• Nautical. Face cream with marine collagen is a luxury product, and not everyone can afford it. However, it is the marine variety of collagen that is considered the safest for humans. Marine collagen is perfectly absorbed by skin cells and effectively fights age-related skin changes. However, preparations with marine collagen are not ideal - they can cause allergic reactions, and they have a short shelf life.

In addition to the types listed above, in pharmacies you can find drugs that include Similar products are intended for oral administration. Mandatory certification of such drugs is quite problematic and “slippery”, so there is no need to talk about safety in this situation.

At what age can you use collagen face cream

Since collagen is a natural substance, up to a certain age, the body is able to independently renew and synthesize it. In youth, this protein is produced in exactly the amount that is necessary to maintain the skin in a healthy and beautiful state. With age, this ability decreases, and then a rejuvenating face cream with collagen will come to the rescue, it is just created in order to make up for the missing amount of this protein.

Young girls are not allowed to use drugs with collagen. The skin becomes "lazy" and stops producing this protein on its own ahead of time, while the damaged areas of the skin will not be able to renew themselves. Simply put, young skin already “cannot live” without this drug. Collagen products will have to be used constantly.

The most optimal for the use of collagen is the age of 40+, rarely when experts prescribe such creams to women from 35 to 40 years old. Withered skin needs reinforcement with auxiliary components. It is in this case that a collagen face moisturizer will be an excellent choice.

To date, the market is ready to offer a large number of drugs containing collagen. Each manufacturer does not tire of convincing potential buyers that it is his products that have miraculous properties. However, you should not rely solely on advertising, otherwise it can lead to disaster.

Of course, you should not subject every purchased drug to a laboratory study, but you still need to show minimal caution. When purchasing a face cream with collagen or other active substance, first of all, you need to pay attention to the following aspects:

Cream with collagen for the face: reviews of cosmetologists

Despite the optimistic picture, cosmetologists are still in no hurry to recommend a face cream with collagen. The main reason is that the composition of most preparations includes animal collagen. Collagen molecules are sufficiently bulky chemical compounds that cannot enter the body through the pores. Therefore, most often such an anti-aging collagen cream for the face is washed off with water after application.

In most cases (especially with regard to more lifting, skin hydration and other miraculous properties are a myth. However, in such cosmetics there are also auxiliary components that can positively affect the skin.

Separately, experts mention collagen creams prepared at home. This is not a very good solution. The effect will be minimal, but the risk of staying with an allergy is very high.

Common myths about collagen

Myth one. Collagen from food can slow down the aging process. The body is a complex system that "trusts" no one. Proteins from food are first broken down into their constituents (amino acids). Only after that the body begins to independently build its own proteins. Because of this, there is no guarantee that a dish with collagen will turn into collagen in the body.

Myth two. Subcutaneous injections are a panacea for aging. The same principle works here as with the collagen menu. Proteins injected under the skin are also initially broken down. The advantage of such procedures is that the protein is immediately injected under the skin and does not go through the entire digestive chain. The resulting amino acids are much more likely to turn back into collagen, which is necessary for aging skin.

The most effective method of preserving youth is to prevent the destruction of the “youth protein” already present in the body. To do this, avoid exposure to UV rays on the skin, give up bad habits and reduce sugar intake. If you decide to purchase an anti-aging collagen cream for the face, reviews, recommendations from cosmetologists and doctors should be the decisive factor in choosing.

Face cream is one of the most important components of daily care. And of course, when buying a cream, it is important to pay attention to it.

One of the most useful components is collagen, which has many beneficial properties.

Let's take a closer look at what it is, as well as what collagen face creams are on sale.

Collagen is the most important protein of the body, which is contained in every cell..

Thanks to collagen, connective tissues retain their strength, there is a rapid regeneration of epidermal cells, the skin becomes more elastic and firm, new cells of the dermis are formed.

In addition, collagen is responsible for maintaining our youth and beauty.

Attention! With a lack of collagen, the skin becomes less elastic, the oval of the face begins to sag. Also, the skin becomes prone to pigmentation and the negative influence of various external factors, such as wind, frost and sun.

Protein has the ability to hold water molecules, and when it becomes smaller, the skin suffers from dehydration, fine and deep wrinkles and creases appear. That is why collagen is called the protein of youth.

But every year the synthesis of collagen by the body decreases. After 30 years, it is very important to use products with collagen outside to restore its natural balance.

Watch a video about collagen and elastin in our skin:

What is collagen?

There are several types of collagen, which are quite different from each other.

They can be divided according to several criteria.: types of protein present in the skin, as well as types that are used in cosmetology.

In skin cells, it is present in the following form:

• Fibrillar

Represents the bulk of the protein in the cells of the epidermis. It exists in the form of fibers that are woven from fibrils.

• reticulated

It makes up only 5% of the total amount of protein. Forms a network of cells that connect the dermis and epidermis. With its lack, the layers of the skin seem to move apart, it loses its elasticity and begins to sag.

• transmembrane

Contained in the epidermis, provides density and elasticity of the upper layer of the skin.

In cosmetology, 3 types of protein are used:

• Nautical

Made from fish scales. Its structure is close to human collagen, as a result of which they penetrate into the deepest layers of the skin. It has pronounced moisturizing properties.

Attention: the main drawback of marine protein is that it is often. Before use, apply the product on a small area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe skin, if irritation and redness do not appear, then you can safely use it.

• Vegetable

Practically does not cause allergies, excellent skin, restores elasticity and tone, tightens the oval of the face. But obtaining this type requires significant financial investments, so creams with it are expensive.

• Animal

The cheapest type of collagen, which is obtained from the skin of cows. Its molecules are very large and unable to penetrate into the deep layers of the dermis; animal collagen works only on the surface of the epidermis.

Face creams with collagen

With Marine Collagen

Consider face creams based on fish scale collagen.

• La Soyul

The product has a pronounced anti-aging effect, maintains a stable level of moisture for 2 days. It also contains macadamia oil, which soothes, nourishes and saturates with vitamins.

• Pevonia Botanica

Perfecting cream that eliminates wrinkles and prevents the formation of new ones, saturates with nutrients, protects against harmful UV rays. The composition contains arnica extract, vitamin B5, narcissus extract and antioxidants.

• Tiande Marine Collagen

Rejuvenating day remedy for skin after 35 years. It contains a whole complex of ingredients that activate the processes of collagen synthesis by the skin, enhance regeneration and restore natural elasticity to the face.

With collagen and elastin

Collagen and elastin together work much better than separately. They tighten the oval of the face, fill wrinkles, perfectly moisturize, restore skin elasticity, improve complexion.

• Christina Collagen Elastin

A professional product that protects the skin from free radicals, renews it and eliminates dryness, flaking and pigmentation. Among the caring components it also contains hyaluronic acid, calendula and olive oil, clove extract.

• Libriderm Collagen

Cream of a well-known pharmacy brand. Elastin and collagen in the composition prevent the loss of water by skin cells, eliminate signs of aging, create a clear contour and restore elasticity.

• Black pearl liquid collagen

A budget product designed specifically for night use. Restores protein synthesis by body cells, nourishes and moisturizes, giving the skin radiance and velvety.

• Pure Line Phytocollagen

Contains a protein of vegetable origin, small molecules of which easily penetrate into the pores. Perfectly moisturizes, softens and tightens the face.

Thai creams

Thai products are known for their high effectiveness, rare ingredients in the composition and unusual packaging design. Thai cosmetics brands are increasingly conquering the Russian and European markets.

• Esfolio Collagen

A product with a dense texture, great for evening skin care. The composition contains hydrolyzed collagen, which can penetrate into the deepest layers of the skin, as well as milk protein and seaweed extracts.

• Its Skin Collagen

The cream gives freshness and elasticity to the skin, promotes the synthesis of its own protein. It contains vitamin E and lotus extract, which improve the complexion and have a regenerating effect.

• Missha Near Skin

An intensely moisturizing treatment that maintains the water balance in the skin cells, moisturizes it, makes it silky and smooth. Also in the composition are shea and mango butter, beeswax, tea leaf extract, grapefruit and cactus seeds.

The choice of creams with protein is quite large, everyone can find the perfect product for themselves that fits their budget.

But do not forget to take care of the skin, not only from the outside, but also from the inside.. When eating fatty fish, oatmeal, buckwheat, dates, walnuts, almonds, the level of protein production by the body increases.

With an integrated approach, you can prolong your beauty and youth for many more years.

Despite the fact that collagen cream can not be compared with injection therapy, it is able to slow down the aging process. This is an ideal option for the face of women after 30-40 years. The role of collagen in the body is to fill the void between the fibers of the tissues of the face and body, it makes up about 70% of the surface of the skin, and is also found in joints and cartilage. Elasticity and elasticity of the skin will be ensured, and in addition, the metabolic process will be synthesized.

When a face cream with collagen is used, its effect is obvious, due to which spiral fibers the tissues can stretch and return to their shape again.

Peculiarities

The benefits of collagen products are that they can absorb large amounts of moisture, thereby hydrating and nourishing the skin. They contain the necessary amount of elements to replenish the rejuvenating substances in the body, it can smooth out mimic wrinkles and folds.

In which cases it is worth using a product with elastin for the face, it is important to remember, for example, that it is not recommended to use it for young body skin, as premature aging is guaranteed.

Ideally, it is better to use face creams after 30-35 years, when the skin sags and becomes flabby. In cosmetics, products containing a rejuvenating effect can be used alternately with anti-aging, after consulting a personal beautician first.

Why does skin age?

To deal with the problem of premature aging of the skin of the body, it is worth considering the reasons why collagen decreases:

• You should not use face creams if the girl is less than 25 years old, as the body can become lazy and stop producing its own collagen ahead of time. It will not be possible to completely restore the original level of collagen after 30 years, but the maximum use of products in cosmetics will increase its level.
• The sunscreens contained in sunscreens will prevent burning of the skin of the body. Without protection, being under the open sun of ultraviolet radiation is dangerous, the elasticity and elasticity of the covers will be lost.
• With a lack of vitamins in the body, anti-aging components decrease, so you should pay attention to multivitamin complexes.
• Bad habits - alcohol and tobacco use.
• Use of water with chlorine.

Similarity to other substances

Which preparations contain the right amount of minerals and nutrients determines only the composition, but you should be able to distinguish between collagen and elastin. Creams will not make an effective correction of appearance, as injections, but they are safer and less allergenic.

Collagen cream contains a molecule that is produced by human skin, but due to age, it gradually begins to break down, leading to wrinkles and folds. An unpleasant procedure, but the animal collagen used in cosmetics is scraped off the skin of cattle, as well as elastin.

It is used most often in the form of injections, because due to the large size of the molecule, it cannot penetrate deep into the epidermis. There is a disadvantage that the substance settles on the surface of the skin of the face, and does not allow water to evaporate, creating a kind of vacuum.

Elastin, being a protein molecule, as well as collagen, acts as a greenhouse effect on the surface of the skin of the face and body, and, nevertheless, it is used as part of an anti-aging cream. Both substances can begin to be produced in greater quantities if appropriate measures are taken. For example, chemical peeling, the procedure for removing the top layer of the skin and the formation of new cells, provokes the production of rejuvenating cells.

How to choose a cream with collagen

In addition to choosing the right specialist in cosmetology, it is important to choose the right cream for the surface of the face and body. Different creams from manufacturers can have different effects, it is important to know where the cream came from and who made it. It must fully correspond to the age of the woman and suit her.

Main selection criteria:

1. First you need to decide on the variety, or rather, the origin of the cosmetic product. The presence of allergic reactions and a quick effect depend on this. Marine collagen is more popular than animal collagen, since unpleasant cases of rabies in cattle are associated with the latter. Marine collagen or elastin can give long-term results, prevent side effects, they can penetrate deep into the epidermis, and go along with injections.
2. Rarely, but with excessively dry skin, cosmetologists may recommend the use of animal collagen. But the feeling of vacuum will remain, the protective layer of the cream will not allow water to evaporate.
3. The quality of a cosmetic product is determined by its price, the higher it is, the more confidence in the authenticity of the purchase. But the high cost will not guarantee a good result after application, it is important to find out the reviews of real buyers. Incompetent manufacturers under the guise of a cheap cream can introduce animal collagen or elastin into the composition, which can subsequently cause an allergic reaction.

Although collagen-based products have an effect on women, they do not compare with injectable anti-aging therapy. To penetrate deep into the layer of the epidermis, injections of beauty cocktails will be required, but, nevertheless, masks and creamy products can also have a tightening effect.