Collages (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Collagen

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Native collagen, the natural collagen, is used in cosmetic products as a skin care product. Thesoluble collagen used in cosmetics is obtained by extraction from young animal skins or tendons. Collagen can bind water in large amounts.

Collagen is used in cosmetic formulations. It is an active agent for "mature" skin/hair (see below "Soluble collagen"). Collagen increases the water content of the skin and provides moisture.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer