Fish Collagen - Breakthrough Hit or Marketing Kit?

Fish collagen has become one of the most controversial topics in cosmetology. Many experts claim that collagen is too large a molecule to penetrate the stratum corneum of the skin. They are right! But what if I said that fish collagen works on a completely different principle?

Mechanism of action of Fish Collagen

When collagen gel is applied to the skin, fish collagen breaks down when exposed to body temperature. The triple helix, or collagen helix, breaks down into smaller molecules called oligopeptides. These small 'bricks' have about eight amino acids and are able to penetrate the skin, reaching the fibroblast layer in just six to seven minutes.

Fibroblasts to the Rescue

Fibroblasts are the cells responsible for the production of body collagen. When collagen in the skin is degraded, free amino acids are produced that stimulate fibroblasts to produce new collagen. Fish collagen takes advantage of this mechanism - oligopeptides derived from collagen breakdown are mistaken by fibroblasts for degradation products of body collagen, leading to the production of new collagen.

Peptides - Small Molecules, Big Action

Peptides are short chains of amino acids that can penetrate the skin. Depending on their length, we divide them into:

oligopeptides: short chains of several amino acids

polypeptides: longer chains of several amino acids

The peptides stimulate the synthesis of proteins such as collagen and elastin, which contributes to a shallowing of wrinkles, improved skin elasticity and overall revitalisation.

Myths and Facts about Collagen

Myth: Collagen is transepidermal.

Fact: It is only the breakdown products of collagen helixes, such as short peptide chains, that are transepidermal.

Myth: Fish collagen is no different from bovine collagen.

Fact: Fish collagen has smaller molecules and is fully tissue-compatible with humans.

How to use fish collagen?

Cleansing the skin: Before applying collagen, the skin should be thoroughly cleansed and washed with warm water.

Application: Apply collagen to damp skin, gently patting in.

Regularity: Apply twice a day - morning and evening.

Additional instructions: Collagen is best absorbed after skin exfoliation (peeling) treatments.

Effects of using fish collagen

The effects of fish collagen are visible as soon as 5 minutes after application, especially in the case of sunburn or rapid skin dryness. However, it takes about 110 days of systematic application to see lasting revitalising effects.

Summary

Fish collagen is a real breakthrough in cosmetology. Its unique mechanism of action makes it effective against wrinkles, discolouration and loss of skin firmness. Is this just a marketing trick? Absolutely not! Fish collagen really does work, but only if we know how to use it properly.

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