What we commonly call skin aging may appear as surface changes, but in reality, it begins with the loss of collagen in the deeper layer of the skin, the dermis.
Collagen is like a pillar that supports the skin.
It is a protein involved in every aspect of skin tissue, including elasticity, density, thickness, and volume.
However, as we age, collagen production slows down and breakdown speeds up, causing the collagen within the skin to decline rapidly.
Eventually, skin that has lost elasticity becomes thinner and begins to sag without strength.
When environmental factors such as UV rays, stress, and air pollution are added on top of that, the skin ages even faster.
The problem is that by the time these changes become visible, much of the structure deep within the skin has already collapsed.
In such cases, it is difficult to reverse the aging process with simple moisturizing or surface-level care alone.
The fundamental cause that started deep within the skin must be addressed.

What is a collagen booster that fills from within the skin?
A collagen booster is a treatment that acts directly within the skin to stimulate fibroblasts and induce them to ‘produce’ collagen.
Rather than adding collagen from the outside, it works by guiding the skin to create new tissue on its own.
At first, the hyaluronic acid component may make the skin feel a little more hydrated and voluminous, but the real effect begins after that.
After 2 to 4 weeks, collagen within the skin is gradually produced, and as a result, the skin’s density and elasticity slowly increase.
Sunken areas under the eyes, nasolabial folds, and flattened cheeks are gradually eased, creating a firmer overall facial appearance.
Because this is not a short-term change but a process of restoring the skin’s own structure, the results also last longer.

PDLLA
One of the representative ingredients used in collagen boosters is PDLLA.
The name may sound unfamiliar, but this ingredient has been used in medicine for a long time and has proven safety and effectiveness.
When injected into the skin, it slowly breaks down in the body and turns into water and carbon dioxide, and in that process, it gives the skin tissue very mild stimulation.
This stimulation is what plays an important role in inducing collagen production.
PDLLA also has fine and uniform particles, allowing it to distribute evenly throughout the skin.
Thanks to this, the risk of side effects such as excessive swelling in one area or the formation of hard nodules is relatively low.
As it works gradually within the skin, the results look natural and the texture remains soft, which is a major advantage.
In addition, because it reaches deep into the dermis and acts there, it does not simply add moisture but instead promotes regeneration of the skin tissue itself.
Just as a wound slowly heals and new skin grows, it helps the skin recover its elasticity on its own.
This takes a completely different approach from collagen that is applied or taken orally, so it can produce a more direct effect.

Things to keep in mind for collagen booster treatment
A collagen booster requires a detailed assessment of the skin condition and precise adjustment of the injection depth, amount, and placement to achieve the proper effect.
Areas with thin skin, areas with severe hollowing, and areas with a lot of sagging tissue, for example,
even if the treatment is performed on the same face, the approach must differ depending on each area.
Therefore, before receiving a collagen booster treatment, you should undergo a careful facial diagnosis and have sufficient consultation with the medical staff.
In addition, when using ingredients such as PDLLA, it is important to inject them so that they are distributed evenly deep within the skin.
If the depth is chosen incorrectly or an excessive amount is injected into one area, problems such as nodules that make the area hard may occur, or it may be difficult to achieve the desired result.
For this reason, the experience and anatomical knowledge of the medical staff performing the procedure are very important.
Collagen booster treatment is not a procedure that produces dramatic changes in a short period of time.
Instead, it is a method that helps the skin become healthier on its own.
Because of this, rather than changing dramatically, it recovers gradually and changes step by step.
However, the results last a long time.
That said, a collagen booster should not be thought of as just a simple injection procedure.
The reason is that the results depend on being able to accurately identify each person’s skin thickness, elasticity condition, and hollow areas, with skill supported by a solid understanding of skin structure and sufficient experience.
Before receiving the procedure, please be sure to get thorough consultation from a specialist with extensive experience in this treatment before proceeding.
Thank you for reading this long post.
| This post was written for informational purposes in compliance with Article 56, Paragraphs 1 to 15 of the Medical Service Act. All treatments carry a risk of side effects and complications depending on the individual. Before treatment, please be sure to have a thorough consultation with experienced medical staff and make your decision afterward. |