What is collagen and how is it produced by our body?

Did you know that facial massage stimulate collagen production in our body? Massage improves microcirculation, which increases blood flow and oxygen delivery to the skin. This enhanced nutrient supply activates fibroblasts, cells that consists of amino acids responsible for collagen synthesis. Collagen is the most abundant structural protein in the human body, provides strength, elasticity, and support to the skin, joints, and connective tissues.

 

Natural collagen is animal-derived, we produce it and also the animals, like beef for example - and that's why beef bone broth is so precious for our skin since we are getting the collagen straight from the bones and connective tissues. In fact, the best way for you to introduce collagen to your body is by eating it, so add to your grocery list some beef bones, chicken feet, and salmon's skin! It sounds gross but these are the real main sources of natural collagen that our body can absorb.

 

Plants don’t contain collagen, but they provide nutrients that support the body's natural collagen production:

• Vitamin C-rich foods (stimulate fibroblasts to produce collagen):
  • Citrus fruits (oranges, lemons)
  • Berries (strawberries, blueberries)
  • Kiwi, bell peppers
• Amino acid sources (building blocks of collagen):
  • Legumes (lentils, chickpeas)
  • Nuts & seeds (pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds)
• Silica-rich foods (supports collagen structure):
  • Cucumbers, bananas, oats
• Zinc & copper sources (needed for collagen production):
  • Pumpkin seeds, mushrooms, sesame seeds

 

Special mentions:

Egg whites: animal derived, do not contain collagen, but proline, an important amino acid for collagen synthesis.

Sea Moss: Contains amino acids (like proline and glycine) and minerals such as sulfur, zinc, and magnesium, which are essential for collagen synthesis.

 

I am sorry to inform you that Collagen as ingredient in skincare products cannot penetrate deeply into the skin or integrate with your own collagen.

If you look for collagen boosters in skincare you should focus on:

✅ Seed oils Rich in antioxidants and essential fatty acids, they help protect skin from oxidative stress, which can degrade collagen - check out our Endemik serum, formulated to protect your skin day and night!

✅ Vitamin C – Boosts fibroblast activity and enhances collagen synthesis.

✅ Retinol & Peptides – Encourage cell renewal and collagen formation.

✅ Hyaluronic Acid – Keeps skin hydrated, creating an ideal environment for collagen production.

Try with us the Face Yoga ritual that boosts your collagen and lifts your cheeks!

We have weekly online classes in Italian and an international community where we gather to practice face yoga together!

The Italian group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRJA3UW5E3oB37J3HkbKuv

The International community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JHZpRmwd23SA7tZhGTi996