Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body, but I like to think of it as scaffolding for your face - it’s the thing that keeps everything lifted, smooth and supported!
As the years go by, this scaffolding naturally softens with age. But the good news is there’s plenty you can do to protect what you have and encourage your skin to make more.
So, let’s take a closer look at how your collagen changes throughout the decades, so we can uncover the secrets to keeping it stronger, for longer.
In your 20s...
Your collagen is at its peak here. Your skin is firm, fresh and beautifully resilient, with little intervention needed. From around 25 though, production dips by roughly 1% each year. This is the perfect time to build good habits like daily SPF, proper cleansing and a consistent routine, because your future self will thank you!
In your 30s...
Life often feels fuller with busier days, shorter nights, more stress and sun exposure. This is also when many first consider Botox, as early expression lines (particularly between the brows and around the eyes) begin to appear. Beneath the surface, collagen renewal slows slightly, but your skin is still full of energy and potential. It now just benefits from extra hydration and protection.
In your 40s...
Your skin can start to feel different here, perhaps slightly thinner, drier or less bouncy. Fine lines become more visible and your complexion may take longer to recover after busy weeks. This is often when people panic and try every product under the sun. But the trick is to focus on consistency and active ingredients, rather than constant change.
In your 50s...
Hormonal changes, especially around menopause, can cause collagen to dip more noticeably. You can lose up to 30% within the first 5 years post-menopause and moisture levels can drop as oestrogen declines too. But your skin still responds beautifully to topical support, so focus on nourishment, rejuvenation and balance.
In your 60s and beyond...
Collagen continues to slow at a steady pace and your skin can feel thinner or more fragile if left untreated. However, with consistent care it will still glow with health, confidence and vitality. I’ve analysed thousands of faces over the years and learnt that our skin tells the story of our life. And if you look after it, both inside and out, it will always be a positive one.
So although collagen naturally declines, your ability to nurture it never does. The secret throughout it all is a consistent routine like The 5 Minute Kit.
It is quite literally everything your skin will ever need to protect collagen while encouraging it to make more, through every decade of life. That means naturally youthful, glowing skin, no matter when you begin.
