Understanding Collagen Loss: What It Means for Your Skin (And What You Can Do About It)

Collagen is one of the most important building blocks of healthy, youthful skin. It gives the skin structure, firmness, and resilience — and plays a critical role in how we age.

But from our mid-20s onward, our collagen levels begin to decline. Over time, this leads to visible signs of ageing: fine lines, sagging, loss of volume, and a change in skin texture.

At Platinum Cosmetics, many of our skin and laser treatments are designed to stimulate your body’s natural collagen production. Here’s what you need to know about collagen loss — and how to manage it safely, effectively, and naturally.

What Is Collagen, Exactly?

Collagen is a structural protein found in skin, muscles, bones, and connective tissue. In your skin, it’s responsible for keeping things firm, plump, and smooth. Think of it as the scaffolding that holds everything up.

As we age, our body produces less collagen each year — and the quality of that collagen also declines. By the time we reach our 40s and 50s, this loss becomes more noticeable.

Common signs of collagen decline include:

• Fine lines and wrinkles

• Skin laxity or “sagging”

• Hollowing in the cheeks or under the eyes

• Thinning or crepey skin

What Causes Collagen to Break Down Faster?

Collagen loss is a natural part of ageing — but certain lifestyle factors can speed it up:

• UV exposure (sunlight is a major collagen-degrading factor)

• Smoking

• Poor sleep and chronic stress

• High sugar or inflammatory diets

• Overuse of harsh skincare or exfoliants

That’s why a holistic approach — combining treatments, skin care, and lifestyle — gives the best long-term results.

How We Support Collagen Production in Clinic

At Platinum Cosmetics, we offer several non-surgical treatments designed to stimulate natural collagen:

• Fotona Laser Treatments

  Our Fotona 4D protocol uses light energy to stimulate collagen at multiple skin depths, offering firming and tightening effects with no injectables.

• Skin Needling

  Also known as collagen induction therapy, skin needling triggers a natural healing response to help restore structure and texture.

• Barrier-supporting facials

  Professional facials rich in antioxidants, peptides, and hydration protect your skin while creating the right conditions for collagen maintenance.

• Targeted skincare

  Our skin care range includes ingredients like retinol, peptides, and vitamin C — all clinically backed to support collagen synthesis.

When Should You Start Collagen-Supporting Treatments?

Prevention is always better than correction. We recommend starting collagen-supporting treatments in your late 20s or 30s, and continuing with a maintenance plan into your 40s and beyond.

Even if visible signs of ageing have already started, it’s never too late to support your skin. A tailored combination of in-clinic and at-home care can help restore skin health at any age.

Book a Skin Consultation in Port Melbourne

Whether you’re looking to slow visible ageing or restore your skin’s structure and glow, we’re here to guide you with honest advice and personalised care.

Book your consultation and learn how to support your skin’s collagen — naturally, safely, and with long-term results in mind.