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“I’ve been taking collagen for my skin, but I’m not sure if it’s actually making a difference.”It’s a concern Dr Ivona Paravic hears increasingly often from women navigating perimenopause and menopause. As collagen supplements surge in popularity, many are asking the same question: can drinking collagen really restore youthful skin?According…

Do you sometimes feel like your skincare just isn’t “working” the way it used to? You’re not imagining it. From unexpected breakouts to sudden dryness and sensitivity, many of the changes you see in your skin are hormonally driven. Your skin does not just react to what you put on…

“The ‘summer glow’ people often notice isn’t down to one single factor but the result of several changes happening at the same time, both internally and externally. One of the biggest influences is increased daylight. Natural light helps regulate our circadian rhythm and boosts serotonin, which can improve mood, energy…

“With increased sun exposure, heat, travel and environmental stress, the skin is often dealing with dehydration, inflammation and a degree of barrier disruption. At the same time, UV exposure accelerates collagen breakdown and increases the risk of pigmentation, which means the skin is more reactive than usual. Because of this,…

There is a growing fascination with collagen in both aesthetic medicine and consumer skincare. Patients increasingly ask about collagen supplements, collagen diets and treatments that promise to “restore collagen.” While this interest reflects a positive shift towards preventative and regenerative skin health, it also highlights how complex skin ageing truly…

“I feel like I’ve aged overnight.” It’s a phrase I hear frequently from my female patients. Between the growing use of rapid weight-loss medication and the hormonal changes that come with perimenopause and menopause, many women are experiencing noticeable shifts in facial volume, elasticity and skin health. As a specialist…