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Discover how to reactivate 5 types of collagen for visibly lifted, firmer skin with Institut Esthederm’s Pro-Collagen+ range.
Why collagen is the foundation for firm and lifted skin
Collagen is the structural protein that keeps skin firm, lifted, and smooth. It maintains the volume in the dermis and ensures smooth communication between skin layers. But with age, collagen renewal slows down, leading to sagging, wrinkles, and loss of definition.
From the age of 25, collagen production naturally declines by around 1% every year. Hormonal changes, especially during menopause, accelerate this process, causing a visible decrease in skin firmness and density.
The 5 Types of Collagen That Keep Skin Lifted
There are 5 key types of collagen that are essential to maintaining firmness and structure at every level of the skin:
- Collagen type XVII improves epidermal quality, boosts skin resistance, and contributes to the quality of epidermal renewal.
- Collagen types IV and VII strengthen cohesion between cell layers and improve the skin’s resistance to age-related physiological distension.
- Collagen types I and III increase dermal volume to tighten and smooth the skin’s surface.
When these types are stimulated in harmony, the skin naturally lifts itself from within, restoring firmness and radiance.
What can cause collagen breakdown?
Collagen loss is influenced by several factors:
- Ageing: Natural slowdown of protein synthesis and cell turnover.
- Hormonal changes: Reduced estrogen levels lead to lower collagen production.
- Environmental stress: UV rays, pollution, and smoking generate free radicals that damage collagen fibres.
Over time, these effects combined can visibly alter the skin texture and structure.
Peptides: The key to boost collagen production
While collagen molecules cannot penetrate the skin due to their size, peptides, which are tiny chains of amino acids act as messengers that trigger natural collagen synthesis. They are key for firming and lifted skin, encouraging the skin to rebuild its own support network.
Institut Esthederm’s Intensive Pro-Collagen+ Range
Institut Esthederm’s Intensive Pro-Collagen+ line uses PRO-COLL+ Technology, a cutting-edge blend of multi-peptides and biomimetic sugars that boosts 5 types of collagen throughout all skin layers.
This advanced technology supports the skin’s self-firming power, improving elasticity, volume, and surface smoothness. In just 28 days, skin feels lifted, firmer, and sculpted.
Also formulated with Cellular Water Technology, a water that mimics the natural water present in our skin to optimise cell energy and skin longevity.
November 11, 2025 
