The skin under our eyes needs love too, but it’s very gentle, so you need to bear that in mind when you’re choosing products.

The hydrolysed collagen, hyaluronic acid and vitamin C work together to encourage cell turnover for more moisturised and plumped up skin. As we age, we naturally lose collagen, which can result in textural changes, loss of elasticity and firmness, along with fine lines and wrinkles. Top of that list is collagen, a protein that gives skin its structure and is essential for elasticity, helping to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and minimise sagging.

Peptides, however, are smaller fragments of proteins that can signal the skin to produce more collagen. They work by penetrating the skin and stimulating collagen production from within,” Sam explains. “This is better for a long-term approach than topical collagen, which may simply sit on the surface.” What is collagen made of and what's it good for?

Topical collagen is applied externally to the skin and is intended to supplement our natural collagen production,” explains aesthetician and skin specialist Sam Cinkir. This intense overnight renewal cream contains marine collagen, hyaluronic acid, jojoba oil and vitamin A to promote healthy ageing and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. As well as helping to improve the plumpness and firmness of your skin, it also supports and strengthens tendons, bones, ligaments, nails and hair. Most collagens in beauty products are made from animal or fish collagen and are not vegan. However, there are a small number of vegan collagens that are made from plant-based derivatives such as seaweed. How we test After all, our hands have thin, elastic skin, so they tend to show signs of aging faster than other areas of the body—including the face. Not to mention, they take a beating on a daily basis from simple activities like washing them diligently and doing the dishes, as well as constant exposure to the elements (think: dry air, cold temperatures, harmful UV rays). The pure peptides in this serum help to promote collagen levels while the vitamin C and hyaluronic acid helps give your skin a youthful glow.Collagen is everywhere – literally – our bodies create the protein collagen to help support our skin, joints and ligaments. L'Occitane Almond Delicious Hands 75ml is the perfect everyday treatment for keeping hands healthy and hydrated from morning to night. With its non-greasy, lightweight texture, this hand and nail cream is the perfect all-rounder to prevent dryness and dehydration while protecting skin from environmental aggressors. If you hope to achieve bright and plump skin with a collagen cream, look for additional ingredients like hyaluronic acid, squalane, and niacinamide that are known for their hydrating and brightening abilities.

Hydrolysed collagen, aka collagen peptides, which is collagen that has been broken down into easily dissolvable amino acids. Apply a sufficient amount of cream onto hands and cuticles. Gently massage into skin until fully absorbed. Use as needed especially after washing hands. Ingredients: Our skin naturally contains collagen, but from our mid-twenties onwards, the rate at which it’s produced slows down, as does its quality, leading to signs of ageing, from fine lines to loss of firmness.While it can improve the appearance and texture of skin by providing hydration and helping to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, there is no scientific evidence to support the claim that topical collagen can penetrate the skin and boost collagen production internally.

But that doesn’t mean it can’t respond to a little encouragement from creams like this pro-collagen formulation by Dr Organic.Naturally, collagen has made its way into skincare products, namely rich moisturizers. And while the research is still unclear if collagen applied topically can fully penetrate the skin and offer all the benefits it promises (more on that below), the TDLR: it doesn't hurt to use a moisturizer that boasts collagen and other hydrating ingredients. After consulting dermatologists, we compiled a list of collagen creams that offer other beneficial ingredients to protect your skin from aging and leave it plump and hydrated. With its blend of collagen, peptides, niacinamide, and soothing oatmeal, First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Firming Collagen Cream won our top spot as an all around amazing moisturizer. The combination of Dragon’s blood, hyaluronic acid, biotin and other organic ingredients help to increase hydration and promote smoother, firmer and more youthful skin. Easily absorbed serum not oily and mixes with my other serums and moisturizer my skin looks great after a few weeks use.” I have never believed in under eye cream for dark circles. It shows that I've never bought the right one. Until now. This had made so much difference to my dark parts under my eyes. I find it better to put on with a cotton bud and after 30 seconds I can feel it tingling then the feeling goes away. This is the second product I am now using from Q+A Love them both.”