Can You Boost Collagen Naturally? Here's How to Firm, Plump, and Rejuvenate Your Skin

You know that favorite swimsuit—the one that hugs in all the right places? After a few summers in chlorine, sun, and spa water, it stretches, fades, and loses its snap. You toss it and get a new one.

Too bad you can’t do that with your skin.

When skin starts to sag, wrinkle, and dull, there’s no replacing it—only repairing and renewing. And that starts with collagen.

Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body—second only to water. It provides structure, firmness, and elasticity to the skin. At age 20, your skin is made up of about 80% collagen. But every year after, collagen production declines by about 1%.

Sun exposure, pollution, stress, inflammation, and aging all accelerate this process. Worse yet, your body’s ability to replace lost collagen also slows. The result? Sagging skin, fine lines, dull tone, and loss of resilience.

If you're wondering how to naturally boost collagen in skin, here’s your take-no-prisoners plan.

Yes. Sugar increases glucose levels, which bind to collagen proteins and break them down—a process called glycation. This weakens skin structure and causes sagging.

Hidden sources to watch:

• Simple carbs (white rice, pasta)

• Alcohol

• Fruit juices and smoothies

Try this instead: Replace fruit smoothies with green veggie blends to lower sugar intake while boosting antioxidants.

Facial massage stimulates circulation and oxygen flow, helping to:

• Increase collagen production

• Encourage cell turnover

• Strengthen facial muscles

Pro tip: Use upward circular motions when applying serums or moisturizers.

Absolutely. Moderate cardio increases blood flow and oxygen delivery to skin, boosting collagen and elastin production.

In one study: Adults over 40 who exercised twice a week had skin similar in thickness to people in their 20s.

Yes. Hydration supports the skin’s natural ability to produce collagen and elastin and keeps your complexion plump and glowing.

Aim for at least 8 cups of water a day.

UV rays, pollution, and smoking generate free radicals that break down collagen. Antioxidants stop this cycle.

Try: Vivant Pure C+E Serum

Combines vitamin C and E to:

• Neutralize free radicals

• Support collagen synthesis

• Defend against UV and pollution

Vitamin A (retinoids) helps rejuvenate aging skin by:

• Increasing collagen production

• Speeding up cell turnover

• Reducing wrinkles

Try: Vivant Derm-A-Renew™ 
A vitamin A and peptide blend for visibly firmer, smoother skin.

Peptides signal your skin to produce more collagen. They’re the building blocks of firm, resilient skin.

Try: Vivant Rejuv Rx 
Oligopeptides + niacinamide + lactic acid to firm, hydrate, and reduce redness.

You can’t buy new skin, but you can rebuild it. By protecting and promoting collagen with smart habits and active skincare, you’ll improve firmness, smoothness, and long-term glow.

SHOP COLLAGEN-BOOSTING FAVORITES:

• Pure C+E Serum – $99

• Derm-A-Renew Vitamin A Serum – $128

• Rejuv Rx Peptide Concentrate – $128