The Skin Treatments That Actually Boost Collagen After 25

Why collagen matters after 25

Collagen is the protein responsible for keeping skin firm, plump, and smooth. Beginning in our mid-twenties, natural collagen production gradually declines, which is why many people start noticing subtle changes in their skin texture and elasticity.

Osuna shared that stimulating your body to produce new collagen—not just protecting the collagen you already have—is one of the biggest advantages of professional treatments. She told E! that if she had to choose one treatment for collagen stimulation, she’d pick microneedling.

“With one microneedling treatment, we’re creating about 3 million microchannels across the face,” she explained. “Your skin responds by producing new collagen.”

Osuna said the treatment can stimulate significantly more collagen production than your skin would naturally produce after age 25, helping improve:

She said she especially loves the way microneedling restores smoothness and firmness over time. “You can have a great skincare routine,” she shared, “but microneedling addresses everything from a deeper level.”