How to Support and Protect Your Skin’s Collagen
- Ashley Moody, Licensed Esthetician
- Jan 12
- 4 min read
Updated: Nov 12
Collagen - The protein that keeps our skin youthful and maintains skin elasticity and firmness.
The connective tissue of the skin is composed mainly of collagen and elastin. Collagen makes up 70-80% of the dry weight of the skin and gives the dermis its mechanical and structural integrity. Collagen production naturally begins to decline in our early 20s, making it essential to protect what you have and encourage new growth through consistent skincare and lifestyle habits. The good news? There are proven ways to stimulate collagen renewal, strengthen your skin’s structure, and maintain a healthy, luminous complexion at every age.
The Importance of a balanced diet for collagen production
A nutrient-rich diet plays a vital role in maintaining healthy collagen levels. Incorporating collagen-boosting foods provides your body with the essential vitamins, minerals, and proteins needed to support natural collagen synthesis and defend against free radical damage. These skin-loving nutrients help keep your complexion firm, smooth, and resilient, enhancing the results of your professional treatments and daily skincare routine.
Fish
Salmon is packed with omega-3 fatty acids that help maintain skin elasticity by keeping it hydrated and reducing inflammation. Inflammation in the skin can lead to collagen breakdown, causing premature aging. Regularly consuming fish protects our body from free radicals and helps to keep our skin radiant.
Berries
Colorful berries such as strawberries, blueberries, and blackberries are rich in antioxidants and vitamin C, both crucial for natural collagen synthesis. The antioxidants in these fruits can significantly improve skin health.
Eggs
Did you know eggs are beauty boosters? Eggs are packed with high-quality protein and essential amino acids, crucial for building and maintaining collagen, your skin's structural support system. They're also rich in biotin, promoting radiant skin, strong nails, and healthy hair growth.
Incorporate eggs into your diet for natural beauty from the inside out!
Greens
Leafy greens like spinach and kale contain vitamins and minerals that promote skin health. Specifically, vitamin K supports blood circulation, allowing nutrients to reach the skin more effectively, giving you a healthy, natural glow.
The power of restorative sleep for collagen production
While you sleep, your skin repairs damage caused by daily environmental stressors, actively promoting collagen production for smoother, younger-looking skin. Lack of sleep can increase cortisol, a hormone that breaks down collagen, accelerating signs of aging.
Aim for 7-9 hours of restful sleep each night to boost collagen, enhance skin radiance, and feel energized all day long.
Professional skincare treatments that boost collagen
While nutrition lays the foundation for healthy skin, true rejuvenation comes from a holistic approach. Quality sleep, professional facial treatments, and a consistent skincare routine all work together to enhance collagen production and keep your complexion radiant, firm, and youthful.
At Bisous Esthetics, treatments such as Nano-Needling and Chemical Peels are designed to stimulate cellular renewal and boost collagen synthesis, revealing smoother texture, improved elasticity, and a luminous glow from within. When combined with mindful self-care and targeted home skincare, these treatments deliver visible, long-lasting results.
Nano-needling at Bisous Esthetics
Nano-needling is a non-invasive collagen induction therapy designed to stimulate your skin’s natural healing response. By encouraging the production of fresh collagen and new skin cells, it helps refine texture, smooth fine lines, and restore a youthful, vibrant glow. Our nano-needling facial combines advanced stem cell–derived growth factors, often called the “Fountain of Youth”. This synergistic blend enhances collagen production, improves product absorption, and infuses your complexion with powerful antioxidants and hydration for visibly firmer, smoother, and more luminous skin.
Benefits of Nano-needling
Stimulates collagen production
Enhances skin elasticity and firmness
Improves overall skin tone and texture
Restores a balanced, glowing complexion
Chemical Peels for radiant skin
Chemical peels are one of the most effective ways to reveal fresh, glowing skin. By gently removing dull, damaged surface cells, they unveil a smoother, more even complexion within days of treatment. But the benefits go beyond exfoliation, chemical peels also stimulate natural collagen production for weeks afterward, helping to firm, plump, and refine your skin’s texture over time. To maintain optimal skin health and lasting results, treatments are recommended every 1–3 months, depending on your unique skin type and goals.
Peptides
Peptides are key skincare ingredients in anti-aging routines, commonly found in serums and creams. Acting as building blocks for proteins like collagen and elastin, peptides provide essential structure and resilience to skin, hair, and nails.
Peptide Serum by Glymed Plus Medical Grade Skincare
Enjoy a more youthful, brighter appearance with daily use of this DNA-protecting, medical-grade serum, available at Bisous Esthetics.
Key Ingredient: Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
Slows collagen breakdown
Stimulates the natural production of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid in the skin
Promotes a youthful, revitalized appearance
Consistency is Key!
Practicing daily habits such as incorporating nutritious, collagen-boosting foods into your diet, prioritizing quality sleep, and scheduling regular professional skincare treatments will ensure your skin remains healthy, radiant, and ages gracefully.
Ashley Moody, Licensed Esthetician
Bisous Esthetics Facial Spa + Boutique
Bastrop, TX
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