If you’re starting to notice fine lines, loss of firmness, or dullness in your skin — collagen loss could be the reason.
At Fixation Skincare, we talk about Collagen Banking because it’s one of the most powerful ways to keep your skin youthful. But first - what exactly is collagen, and when do we start losing it?
In this blog, we’ll explain everything in simple terms - so you can take control of your skin health, whatever your age.
What is Collagen?
Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body - and the main structural protein in your skin.
Think of it as the scaffolding that holds your skin up and keeps it firm, plump, and elastic. It also plays a key role in wound healing and keeping skin smooth and hydrated.
Why Is Collagen So Important For Skin?
Your skin relies on collagen to maintain:
- Firmness
- Elasticity
- Smooth texture
- Hydration
- Resilience to ageing and damage
Without enough collagen, skin starts to sag, wrinkle, and thin — giving that classic ‘aged’ appearance.
When Do We Start Losing Collagen?
Unfortunately, collagen production starts to slow down as early as your mid-20s.
Here’s the timeline most people don’t realise:
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From age 25: Collagen production starts to decline by around 1–1.5% per year.
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By age 30: The first visible signs of collagen loss (fine lines, dullness) may appear.
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By age 40: Your skin may have lost up to 25% of its natural collagen.
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Post-menopause: Collagen loss accelerates sharply in women - with up to 30% lost in the first 5 years after menopause.
This natural process is called intrinsic ageing - but it can be dramatically worsened by external factors like:
- Sun exposure
- Smoking
- Poor diet
- Stress
- Pollution
The Good News? You Can Stimulate Collagen Production!
While natural collagen decline is unavoidable - you can absolutely stimulate your skin to create more collagen with the right treatments and lifestyle.
This is the idea behind our Collagen Banking Membership - using advanced treatments to help you replace lost collagen and strengthen your skin for the future.
At Fixation Skincare, we use a combination of:
Polynucleotides & Skin Boosters - to regenerate skin cells and promote collagen
Seventy Hyal - to deeply hydrate and support collagen synthesis
Microneedling - to trigger your skin’s natural collagen response
ClearLift 4D Laser - to stimulate collagen remodelling and tightening
Why Start Collagen Banking Early?
The earlier you start, the more collagen you can preserve - keeping your skin looking firmer, smoother, and younger for longer.
Think of it like this: prevention is far more effective than correction.
Once collagen is lost, it’s much harder to rebuild than to maintain what you already have.
That’s why we recommend starting your Collagen Banking journey in your 30s, 40s, or 50s - but it’s never too late to benefit!
Find out more about our Collagen Banking Membership
https://fixationskincare.co.uk/pages/collagen-banking-membership-at-fixation-skincare