Collagen has become one of the most spoken about words in health and beauty. But, a lot of us don’t actually know what it is, and it is everywhere! Protein powders, skincare and in-clinic treatments, but how do we know which ones actually make a difference? It helps to start with knowing the science.
Lets learn about what it is, what happens as we age and why this may be beneficial to our skin.
Let’s Start with a little Skin Science
Collagen is a protein we all have in the human body. It acts as the body’s structural framework, and provides strength, elasticity and resilience to our skin’s tissues. This includes:
- Skin
- Bones
- Muscles
- Tendons and ligaments
- Blood vessels
When speaking about collagen in the skin, this works with elastin and hyaluronic acid to maintain firmness, hydration and smooth texture. Therefore, it is the scaffolding that keeps the skin tight, lifted and youthful.
The Different Types of Collagen
There are at least 28 identified types of collagen, but there are 4 main types relevant to skin health;
- Type I
The most abundant collagen in the body. Provides strength and structure to skin, bones, and tendons. So this type is critical for firm, youthful-looking skin. - Type III
Often found alongside Type I. Supports skin elasticity and suppleness, especially in younger skin. - Type IV
Plays a role in the skin’s basement membrane, supporting hydration exchange and skin integrity. - Type VII
Helps anchor the epidermis to deeper skin layers, contributing to overall skin stability and resilience.
You need a balance of multiple collagen types in order to have healthy, youthful skin.
What Happens to Collagen as We Age?
Starting in our 20s, collagen production naturally begins to decline at a rate of about 1% per year.
Over time, this process accelerates due to aging and other external factors such as:
Stress
UV exposure
Pollution
Smoking
Chronic inflammation
As collagen fibers become fewer, thinner, and more fragmented, the skin’s structural support weakens.
The Effects of Collagen Loss
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Loss of firmness and elasticity
- Skin thinning
- Dullness and uneven texture
- Enlarged pores
- Sagging and volume loss
These changes explain why collagen especially has become such a focal point in modern skincare and aesthetic medicine.
Why Collagen Products Are Trending in the Beauty Industry
Thanks to Google and AI, people are more educated than ever, so they are prioritising skin longevity rather than quick results. Collagen boosting products and treatments are the top craze now because they address the root cause of ageing, rather than a quick fix.
Not all solutions are the same. Collagen boosting ingredients in topical skincare products mainly hydrate the skin, while oral supplements may have variable absorption. However, in advanced injectable treatments this aims to stimulate the skin’s own collagen production. This is where the in clinic treatments especially come to light.
Enter Sunekos: The Next Breakthrough
Sunekos treatment is the restructuring and regeneration of the skin. This injectable treatment directly supplies nutrition to the skin, which it needs to maximise and optimise regeneration.
It’s not a skin booster…
It’s not a filler…
Sunekos is a skin restructurer.
Sunekos works with the skin, it doesn’t override it. It is formulated to stimulate the products of multiple types of elastin and collagen, including types I, III, IV, and VII. And it’s not only just for the face, there are also protocols specific for neck and décolleté, and even the hands.
So, that’s what makes Sunekos different from other aesthetic treatments. Its unique ingredients help restore the skin’s extracellular matrix from within. It is also injected in different area’s of the skin including the forehead and under eyes, for a full face rejuvenation treatment.
Sunekos combines:
- Hyaluronic acid for hydration and skin support
- A precise blend of 6 amino acids that act as building blocks for collagen and elastin synthesis
The Skin Benefits of Sunekos
Because Sunekos targets ageing skin at a biological level, its benefits go beyond standard aesthetic treatments:
Pore reduction: Improves skin texture and smoothness
Rejuvenation: Improves overall skin quality and vitality
Brightening: Enhances radiance by supporting healthy skin turnover
Tightening: Strengthens dermal structure for firmer skin
Plumping: Restores softness and volume without heaviness
Anti-inflammatory effects: Calms stressed or reactive skin
It’s suitable for all skin types and many skin concerns, while also resulting in a natural, youthful and radiant appearance. Your skin will not only look good, it will feel good too.
There is no point in taking 1 step forward and 2 steps back, so we always recommend to keep your skin protected with a great medical SPF. Take a look at the Heliocare range which offers a wide variety of SPF specific to each skin type.
The Takeaway
Collagen breakdown will always occur as we age, resulting in the fine lines, wrinkles, sagging skin and overall skin health decline. We know there’s many supplements and skin boosting skincare products, however the real innovation lies in the in-clinic treatments to help your skin rebuild its own collagen.
Maybe you’ll be booking your Sunekos consultation soon. So why not have a chat with your practitioner and see if this could be the perfect treatment you have been looking for?
Any questions? Don’t hesitate to contact us at Neo-Derm.