Collagen

Collagen It is the main structural protein of connective tissue, found, amongst other places, in the skin, bones, tendons, cartilage and blood vessels. It is responsible for the strength, structure and elasticity of tissues.

In the skin, collagen forms a supportive network of fibres responsible for its firmness, density and elasticity. It is produced mainly in cells known as fibroblasts.

As we age, collagen synthesis gradually decreases, leading to changes in the skin’s structure, such as a loss of firmness and elasticity. Collagen degradation is also influenced by external factors, including UV radiation, smoking and oxidative stress.