Collagens and Skin Ageing: Background and Test Methods

Overview

Collagen, the body’s own structural protein, plays a vital role in skin health and appearance. For the cosmetics industry, collagen is linked to key benefits such as improving hydration, reducing wrinkles and enhancing skin tone. These claims are central to many cosmetic products and food supplements, making collagen a critical focus for research and innovation.

Objective

In this webinar, our experts will provide essential background on collagen and address key questions, including:

• What is collagen, where is it found and why is it so important for the cosmetics industry?
• How does the collagen structure of younger skin differ from that of older skin, and what visible changes are associated with this?
• Which environmental factors and lifestyle behaviors affect collagen in the skin?
• Which products claim to have a positive effect on collagen?
• Which test methods are available to study these effects, and how do the approaches differ?

Target Audience

This webinar is aimed at manufacturers of cosmetic skin care products, particularly anti-age products.

Language: English