I heard the word... "Collagen injection" Ever wondered if it's really effective, or just a fad? Many people are becoming interested in this treatment because they want plumper, firmer skin and to reduce wrinkles without surgery, but they're still hesitant about whether it's right for them. This article will answer all your questions, covering what collagen injections are, how effective they are, and who should consider them.
Main Idea
- Collagen injection is a medical procedure for skin rejuvenation and replacing natural collagen lost with age. Collagen injections are divided into two main types based on their different mechanisms of action.
- Collagen injections are suitable for individuals aged 30 and above, as this is the age when the body's collagen production decreases, or for those with skin problems such as acne scars, sagging skin, dry skin, or dehydrated skin, etc.
- The face, under the eyes, forehead, around the mouth and nasolabial folds, cheeks and cheek lines, neck, as well as acne scars and other scars are popular areas for collagen injections.
Collagen injection is...
Collagen injection is a cosmetic medical procedure where a doctor injects fillers or collagen-stimulating substances into the dermis to replace the natural collagen lost with age. This helps to fill in wrinkles and deep lines, rejuvenate the skin, and improve skin structure for increased elasticity, smoothness, and a more youthful appearance.
Collagen injections are divided into two main types based on their different mechanisms of action, as follows:
Fresh collagen injection This procedure involves injecting pure collagen directly into the skin. The substance immediately fills in the gaps beneath the skin and supports the skin's structure, resulting in firmer skin, tighter pores, a fuller, more radiant complexion, and a reduction in deep wrinkles or acne scars. The results last approximately 2-4 weeks.
Collagen-stimulating injections This procedure involves injecting PLLA, PDLLA, or CaHA into the skin. These substances act as precursors, stimulating fibroblast cells to accelerate the production of new collagen and elastin on their own over the long term. This results in naturally more elastic, firm, and lifted skin. The results typically last 1-2 years.
What are the benefits of collagen injections?
Collagen is a type of fibrous protein that forms a tight network in the dermis layer of the skin, acting like the foundation and beams of a house. It is produced by fibroblast cells to support the skin's structure, maintaining elasticity, firmness, and preventing sagging. It works in conjunction with hyaluronic acid to trap and retain moisture, helping the skin appear plump and full. It also helps repair damaged skin, tears, or inflammation by accelerating the creation of new tissue. However, as we age and are exposed to sun damage, collagen gradually decreases and deteriorates by approximately 11% per year, leading to wrinkles and deep lines.
Therefore, collagen injections help restore skin firmness and fill in deep wrinkles such as nasolabial folds, wrinkles around the eyes, or forehead wrinkles, making them shallower. In addition, it helps smooth the skin and fill in acne scars. Collagen repairs damaged tissue and stimulates the creation of new tissue, increasing moisture and radiance to the face, as well as stimulating natural collagen production.
Who is suitable for collagen injections?
- Individuals aged 30 and above, as this is the age when the body's collagen production noticeably decreases, can benefit from collagen injections. These injections can help compensate for or stimulate collagen production, preventing premature skin aging.
- For individuals with loss of skin elasticity and sagging skin, collagen helps to firm up loose skin, plump up sunken or sunken cheeks, and give the skin a naturally radiant appearance.
- Individuals with fine lines on their face, such as on the forehead, around the eyes, or at the corners of the mouth, are affected by thinning and loss of elasticity in the upper layers of the skin. This causes the skin to fold repeatedly when moving the face or expressing emotions, resulting in permanent lines. Collagen injections fill in these lines, thickening the skin and making it appear smoother.
- Individuals with dry, dehydrated skin and enlarged pores will experience improved skin strength, tighter pores, and better hydration after injection. This results in smoother, more radiant, and healthier-looking skin.
- Individuals with acne scars and pitted acne marks, especially those caused by severe inflammation that destroys original tissue and collagen, as well as causing fibrosis that pulls the skin down, creating pits, will benefit from collagen. Collagen helps fill in the missing space immediately and stimulates the body to create new tissue in that area, making the acne scars shallower and the edges of the scars smoother.
- People who work outdoors and are regularly exposed to sunlight, or who enjoy sunbathing, are at risk. Sunlight contains UV rays, a major culprit in damaging collagen under the skin, leading to premature aging. Collagen injections help repair and rejuvenate sun-damaged skin, restoring dry, red, or thinned skin to a healthier state.
- When people lose weight rapidly, or experience a sudden loss of facial fat, the skin may not be able to adapt quickly enough. This can lead to yellowing, sagging, loose, and dull-looking skin. Collagen injections can help restore firmness.
How much does a collagen injection cost?
The price of collagen injections in Thailand varies considerably, depending primarily on the type of collagen used. The price will be approximately 16,000-18,000 baht per cc. Prices vary from clinic to clinic, depending on the amount and area injected. It is recommended to consult a doctor at the clinic directly to assess which type and amount is suitable for you.
Where can I get collagen injections?
| Injection area | objective | The results obtained |
| face | Injected evenly across the face to focus on improving skin condition from within, addressing issues such as dryness, loss of elasticity, enlarged pores, and fine lines across the face caused by collagen loss with age. | The facial skin will appear plump and radiant, pores will be tightened, and fine lines will appear shallower, resulting in a brighter and smoother complexion naturally. |
| Under the eyes | Solve problems related to dark circles under the eyes, sunken eyes, sagging skin under the eyes, and fine lines around the eyes. | The skin under the eyes will become stronger, dark circles caused by blood vessels under the skin will fade, and deep wrinkles under the eyes will appear shallower, making the face look brighter, less tired, and less worn out. |
| The forehead | Addresses wrinkles all over the forehead, and dry, wavy, or flattened skin on the forehead. | The skin on the forehead will appear plump and radiant, giving the forehead a soft, Korean-style look, and wrinkles will be reduced. |
| Around the corners of the mouth and the grooves where betel nut juice is drawn. | It fills in nasolabial folds (the grooves that run from the corners of the mouth down to the chin) and reduces wrinkles around the lips, as well as helping to lift sagging corners of the mouth. | The nasolabial folds appear shallower and the corners of the mouth that are downturned are lifted, resulting in a friendly, younger, and more radiant facial appearance. |
| Cheeks and nasolabial folds | Fills in sunken cheeks to add volume, addresses deep nasolabial folds, and helps lift sagging cheeks. | The face, particularly the midline, appears more defined and younger, with naturally shallower nasolabial folds. |
| neck | Reduces the appearance of fine lines on the neck. | The skin on the neck is smoother, firmer, and more elastic. |
| Acne scars and blemishes. | Injected to stimulate the creation of new tissue under the skin, repairing hollows and lifting sunken skin to restore smoothness. | Acne scars will gradually and permanently become shallower, and the skin in the scarred area will become smoother, stronger, and firmer. |
