{"id":1048805,"date":"2025-12-13T02:14:11","date_gmt":"2025-12-12T23:14:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1048805"},"modified":"2025-12-13T02:14:11","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T23:14:11","slug":"the-7-best-collagen-creams-for-plump-glowing-skin-according-to-experts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1048805","title":{"rendered":"The 7 Best Collagen Creams for Plump, Glowing Skin, According to Experts"},"content":{"rendered":"<article id=\"mm-trx-article_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-article mm-trx-roundup-article mntl-article mntl-article--three-column sc-ad-container \">\n<div class=\"loc article-header\">\n<div id=\"article-header_1-0\" class=\"comp article-header mntl-block article-top\">\n<p id=\"mm-trx-disclosure_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-disclosure\"> We independently evaluate all of our recommendations. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation.\n<\/p>\n<h1 id=\"article-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-heading mntl-text-block\">The 7 Best Collagen Creams for Plump, Glowing Skin, According to Experts<\/h1>\n<p id=\"article-subheading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-subheading mntl-text-block\">Smooth, radiant skin\u2014no needles required.<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Ashley Ziegler has nearly a decade of experience as a writer and editor, covering a range of topics including beauty, fashion, lifestyle, and parenting. At Byrdie, she tests makeup, skincare, and haircare to inform her beauty product round-ups.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Ashley Ziegler<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Ashley Ziegler\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/LALl2fANed9uFBVKuPkwA2rIgnw=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/AshleyZieglerHeadshot-95421faca54a4b7bb5649c51704f4dd1copy-16fa060927d0406ea8591ab5832e68b0.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/LALl2fANed9uFBVKuPkwA2rIgnw=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/AshleyZieglerHeadshot-95421faca54a4b7bb5649c51704f4dd1copy-16fa060927d0406ea8591ab5832e68b0.jpg\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Ashley Ziegler\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nAshley Ziegler\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nAshley Ziegler has nearly a decade of experience as a writer and editor, covering a range of topics including beauty, fashion, lifestyle, and parenting. At Byrdie, she tests makeup, skincare, and haircare to inform her beauty product round-ups.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-date\">Updated on August 25, 2025 03:18PM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-comment-counter\"><span class=\"comment-counter__text\">Leave a Comment<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-left-rail\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-sticky-toc__wrapper_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sticky-toc__wrapper mntl-block js-sticky-container\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-sticky-toc_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sticky-toc mntl-universal-sticky-toc mntl-sticky-toc mntl-block sticky-toc-widget right-rail__offset\" data-desktop-bp=\"70em\">\n<div id=\"toc-wrapper_1-0\" class=\"comp toc-wrapper mntl-toc mntl-block\" data-chop-mobile=\"false\" data-offset=\"120\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__inner_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__inner mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__heading mntl-block js-toc-toggle\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-toc__heading-text_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__heading-text mntl-text-block\">In This Article<\/h2>\n<div id=\"mntl-toc-toggle_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc-toggle mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc-toggle__btn_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc-toggle__btn mntl-text-block js-mntl-toc-toggle text-label-300\" data-click-tracked=\"true\" data-collapsed-text=\"View All\" data-expanded-text=\"View Less\">View All<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__mobile-toggle_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__mobile-toggle mntl-block js-sticky-toggle\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Open Table of Contents\">\n<p id=\"mntl-toc__heading-text_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__heading-text mntl-text-block\">In This Article<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-toc__list_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list mntl-toc__list-heading expert-content text-utility-300\">\n<li id=\"mm-trx-sticky-toc__summary-list_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sticky-toc__summary-list mm-trx-sticky-toc-item mntl-block mntl-toc__list-item\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block commerce-toc__list-item-heading\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Top Picks<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mm-trx-sticky-toc__reviews_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sticky-toc__reviews mm-trx-sticky-toc-item mntl-block mntl-toc__list-item\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block commerce-toc__list-item-heading\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Reviews<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">What to Look For<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">How We Tested<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Meet Our Experts<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Why Trust Byrdie<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/NbDpebpZ1G6BZ2qz1h2JaV5SXZY=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/byr-best-collagen-creams-tout-1-c9c90fc764594389b0c765124c5c65ab.jpg\" width=\"6000\" height=\"4500\" alt=\"Two testers holding two different collagen creams\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/NbDpebpZ1G6BZ2qz1h2JaV5SXZY=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/byr-best-collagen-creams-tout-1-c9c90fc764594389b0c765124c5c65ab.jpg\" width=\"6000\" height=\"4500\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"Two testers holding two different collagen creams\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Byrdie<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"mm-trx-list-sc_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-list-sc mntl-block article-content list text-passage\">\n<div id=\"mntl-article-intro_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-intro mntl-block article-content__description\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">TL;DR<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>Our favorite collagen cream is the Olay Collagen Peptide Moisturizing Cream, which has a lightweight formula that hydrates the skin without leaving behind greasy, sticky residue. It layers well with makeup, delivers immediate results, and is fragrance-free. For a glowier, dewier finish, we love Medicube\u2019s Collagen Jelly Cream. A thin layer provides ample moisture, leaving the skin looking plump, while a thicker layer applied overnight acts like an overnight hydrating mask.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Collagen is a naturally produced protein that supports the skin structure. \u201cThink of it as scaffolding that helps the skin stay firm and plump,&#8221; says board-certified dermatologist Dr. Ramya Garlapati, M.D. \u201cAs we age, the amount of collagen we naturally produce slows down, which can lead to sagging, fine lines, and wrinkles. Fortunately, collagen cream may be able to help. \u201cCollagen creams can improve the skin\u2019s appearance by enhancing its hydration levels and plumpness,\u201d explains board-certified dermatologist Dr. Jeannette Graf, M.D.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> However, experts say you\u2019ll get the most benefits from the quality of the product\u2019s formula. \u201cIf it solely contains collagen as its main ingredient, it may not be as effective because collagen features a very large molecule size that cannot penetrate the skin,\u201d explains Dr. Geeta Yadav, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist in Toronto. That being said, \u201cSo long as it&#8217;s a well-made formula, collagen cream is best used by those looking to \u2018bank\u2019 their collagen or promote new collagen production in the skin,\u201d she adds.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> To find the best collagen cream formulas, we tested top-rated creams over two weeks. Throughout testing, we evaluated each product\u2019s consistency, absorption, and effectiveness. Here\u2019s how the creams ranked.<\/p>\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list mntl-block summary-list js-extended-commerce__section\" data-retailer-limit=\"1\" data-click-category=\"Commerce Summary List\">\n<h2 id=\"summary-list__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp summary-list__heading mntl-text-block\">Top Picks<\/h2>\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list__body_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list__body mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item mntl-block js-extended-commerce__block\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__heading mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__superlative_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__superlative mntl-text-block\">Best Overall:<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Olay Collagen Peptide Moisturizing Cream at Amazon<\/span><span id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__price_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__price mntl-text-block\">$30<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Jump to Review<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item_2-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item mntl-block js-extended-commerce__block\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__heading mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__superlative_2-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__superlative mntl-text-block\">Best Budget:<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Neutrogena Collagen Bank Face Moisturizer at Amazon<\/span><span id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__price_2-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__price mntl-text-block\">$23<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Jump to Review<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item_3-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item mntl-block js-extended-commerce__block\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__heading mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__superlative_3-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__superlative mntl-text-block\">Best for Sensitive Skin:<\/div>\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__sale-flag_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__sale-flag mntl-text-block\">SALE<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Biodance Collagen Cream at Amazon<\/span><s id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__strikethrough-price_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__strikethrough-price mntl-text-block\">$45<\/s><span id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__price_3-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__price mntl-text-block\">$13<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Jump to Review<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item_4-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item mntl-block js-extended-commerce__block\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__heading_4-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__heading mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__superlative_4-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__superlative mntl-text-block\">Best for Acne-Prone Skin:<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Dieux Air Angel Collagen &amp; Peptide Hydrating Gel Cream at Sephora<\/span><span id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__price_4-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__price mntl-text-block\">$44<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Jump to Review<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item_5-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item mntl-block js-extended-commerce__block\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__heading_5-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__heading mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__superlative_5-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__superlative mntl-text-block\">Best for Glowy Skin:<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Medicube Collagen Jelly Cream at Amazon<\/span><span id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__price_5-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__price mntl-text-block\">$20<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Jump to Review<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item_6-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item mntl-block js-extended-commerce__block\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__heading_6-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__heading mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__superlative_6-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__superlative mntl-text-block\">Best Hydrating:<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Paula&#8217;s Choice Plumping Moisturizer at Sephora<\/span><span id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__price_6-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__price mntl-text-block\">$49<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Jump to Review<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item_7-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item mntl-block js-extended-commerce__block\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__heading_7-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__heading mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__superlative_7-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__superlative mntl-text-block\">Best Plumping:<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"link__wrapper\">StriVectin Peptide Plump Collagen Cushion Cream at Ulta<\/span><span id=\"mm-trx-summary-list-item__price_7-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-summary-list-item__price mntl-text-block\">$79<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Jump to Review<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mm-trx-list-sc__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-list-sc__content mntl-sc-page mntl-block js-extended-commerce__section\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"15\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"4\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1,2,3,4,5,6,7]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block mntl-sc-list-item\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord js-extended-commerce__block\">\n<div class=\"loc heading\">\n<h2 class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__superlative\"><span class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__superlative--text\"><br \/>\nBest Overall<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__heading\"><span class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__heading--text\">Olay Collagen Peptide Moisturizing Cream<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc figure\">\n<div id=\"figure-wrapper_1-0\" class=\"comp figure-wrapper mntl-block\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"Olay Regenerist Collagen Peptide 24 Face Moisturizer\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/ghC4WHwB2aCcF3wAAF5RTOrJzxo=\/fit-in\/1500x1000\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/Olay-Regenerist-Collagen-Peptide-24-Face-Moisturizer-fc97d34d05af4ddc84029ff2f60828b4.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/ghC4WHwB2aCcF3wAAF5RTOrJzxo=\/fit-in\/1500x1000\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/Olay-Regenerist-Collagen-Peptide-24-Face-Moisturizer-fc97d34d05af4ddc84029ff2f60828b4.jpg\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Olay Regenerist Collagen Peptide 24 Face Moisturizer\"><\/div><figcaption id=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__caption mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\">Credit: Ulta<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc buttons\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__commerce-buttons_1-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__commerce-buttons mm-trx-commerce-button-list--prb mm-trx-commerce-button-list-block mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"strikethrough\"><span class=\"strikethrough-price\">$30<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"button-cta\">$29 at Amazon<\/span><\/span><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><span class=\"button-cta\">View on Ulta<\/span><\/span><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><span class=\"button-cta\">$30 at Target<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-comparisonlist mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading-wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading-wrapper\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading\">What We Like<\/span><\/div>\n<ul class=\"mntl-sc-block__list mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list\">\n<li>\n<p>Gentle on sensitive skin<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Lightweight<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Moisturizing<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading-wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading-wrapper\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading\">What to Consider<\/span><\/div>\n<ul class=\"mntl-sc-block__list mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list\">\n<li>\n<p>Not as effective at wrinkle reduction<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Key Ingredients<\/strong>: Collagen peptides, niacinamide, glycerin | <strong>Skin Type<\/strong>: Combination, mature, dry | <strong>Size<\/strong>: 1.7 oz | <strong>Cruelty-Free<\/strong>: No\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Olay is a beloved brand for a reason, and the Collagen Peptide Moisturizer exceeds expectations. The lightweight formula absorbs quickly, deeply moisturizes, and doesn\u2019t leave skin feeling greasy. It\u2019s formulated with niacinamide and glycerin to deliver ample hydration while also plumping and firming the skin. Our tester raved about the product\u2019s quick results, sensitive skin-friendly formula, and layering qualities. However, she did note that it didn\u2019t reduce her wrinkles quite as much as she\u2019d hoped. Still, it\u2019s an amazing option, and it gets bonus points for being available at most big-box stores.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-inlinevideo--autoplay-looped mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo mntl-block has-details inline-video autoplay-looped\" data-bgset>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container mntl-block\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"video-placeholder autoplay-looped lazyload universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/v2\/media\/6VSk0yaX\/thumbnails\/292rrgQ4.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"852\" alt=\"Site Loop: Person\u2019s face before and after using Olay Regenerist Collagen Peptide 24 Face Moisturizer\" role><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Aleah, tester with sensitive, oily skin:<\/strong> \u201cIt pairs beautifully with makeup and did not pill at all, whether combined with other skincare products or makeup products. I find it to be a suitable base for makeup and loved it so much that I enjoyed wearing it morning and evening.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block mntl-sc-list-item\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord js-extended-commerce__block\">\n<div class=\"loc heading\">\n<h2 class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__superlative\"><span class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__superlative--text\"><br \/>\nBest Budget<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__heading\"><span class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__heading--text\">Neutrogena Collagen Bank Face Moisturizer<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc figure\">\n<div id=\"figure-wrapper_2-0\" class=\"comp figure-wrapper mntl-block\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"Neutrogena Collagen Bank Daily Face Moisturizer\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/knA4zAe7v7i8uW9A83UspcH-PXY=\/fit-in\/1500x1000\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/neutrogena-collagen-bank-daily-face-moisturizer-692e6ca644974903ab6df7a2a3dee130.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/knA4zAe7v7i8uW9A83UspcH-PXY=\/fit-in\/1500x1000\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/neutrogena-collagen-bank-daily-face-moisturizer-692e6ca644974903ab6df7a2a3dee130.jpg\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Neutrogena Collagen Bank Daily Face Moisturizer\"><\/div><figcaption id=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__caption mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\">Credit: Ulta<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc buttons\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__commerce-buttons_2-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__commerce-buttons mm-trx-commerce-button-list--prb mm-trx-commerce-button-list-block mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"strikethrough\"><span class=\"strikethrough-price\">$23<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"button-cta\">$22 at Amazon<\/span><\/span><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><span class=\"button-cta\">$30 at Ulta<\/span><\/span><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><span class=\"button-cta\">$20 at Target<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-comparisonlist mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading-wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading-wrapper\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading\">What We Like<\/span><\/div>\n<ul class=\"mntl-sc-block__list mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list\">\n<li>\n<p>Works well with different skin tones<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Light, creamy texture<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Leaves skin feeling hydrated<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading-wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading-wrapper\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading\">What to Consider<\/span><\/div>\n<ul class=\"mntl-sc-block__list mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list\">\n<li>\n<p>Sunscreen in the formula may cause eye irritation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Key Ingredients<\/strong>: Patented micro-peptide technology, SPF | <strong>Skin Type<\/strong>: Combination, oily, dry, acne-prone | <strong>Size<\/strong>: 2 oz | <strong>Cruelty-Free<\/strong>: No\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Neutrogena\u2019s Collagen Bank SPF Moisturizer is widely available at most drugstores, and at under $25, it\u2019s extremely affordable without sacrificing quality. We love that it\u2019s formulated with SPF 30 (the only collagen cream on our list with this ingredient) and that it doesn\u2019t leave a white cast behind as a result. Our tester, who has a darker complexion, was thrilled that this product didn\u2019t leave her skin looking dull or ashy due to the sunscreen in the formula. The collagen cream, however, did make her skin look and feel more plump, giving her a healthy, hydrated glow with some extra firmness to boot.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-inlinevideo--autoplay-looped mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo mntl-block has-details inline-video autoplay-looped\" data-bgset>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container mntl-block\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"video-placeholder autoplay-looped lazyload universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/v2\/media\/uRLCohIr\/thumbnails\/MqTlYEop.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"852\" alt=\"Site Loop: Person\u2019s face before and after using Neutrogena Collagen Bank SPF Moisturizer\" role><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Ayooluwa, tester with combination skin and hyperpigmentation<\/strong>: \u201cMy skin has definitely become more firm, smooth, and bouncy since using this moisturizer. I have experienced no irritation, breakouts, or sensitivity.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block mntl-sc-list-item\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord js-extended-commerce__block\">\n<div class=\"loc heading\">\n<h2 class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__superlative\"><span class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__superlative--text\"><br \/>\nBest for Sensitive Skin<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__heading\"><span class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__heading--text\">Biodance Collagen Cream<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc figure\">\n<div id=\"figure-wrapper_3-0\" class=\"comp figure-wrapper mntl-block\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"Biodance Collagen Cream\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/N0kxC2U2kCSdZD6Q-MQaVvDsWmI=\/fit-in\/1500x1000\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/Biodance-Collagen-Cream-8bd7dd7a7d6b44b4b8ef9dd7e60d8e41.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/N0kxC2U2kCSdZD6Q-MQaVvDsWmI=\/fit-in\/1500x1000\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/Biodance-Collagen-Cream-8bd7dd7a7d6b44b4b8ef9dd7e60d8e41.jpg\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Biodance Collagen Cream\"><\/div><figcaption id=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__caption_3-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__caption mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\">Credit: Biodance<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc buttons\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__commerce-buttons_3-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__commerce-buttons mm-trx-commerce-button-list--prb mm-trx-commerce-button-list-block mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"strikethrough\"><span class=\"strikethrough-price\">$45<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"button-cta\">$13 at Amazon<\/span><\/span><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><span class=\"button-cta\">View on IHerb<\/span><\/span><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><span class=\"button-cta\">View on Biodance.com<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-comparisonlist mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading-wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading-wrapper\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading\">What We Like<\/span><\/div>\n<ul class=\"mntl-sc-block__list mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list\">\n<li>\n<p>Visible results after first use<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Moisturizing benefits with a dewy finish<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Improves skin texture<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading-wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading-wrapper\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading\">What to Consider<\/span><\/div>\n<ul class=\"mntl-sc-block__list mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list\">\n<li>\n<p>Instructions for use may be unclear<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Key Ingredients<\/strong>: Low molecular weight collagen, mineral water, SYN-COLL | <strong>Skin Type<\/strong>: Oily, combo, normal | <strong>Size<\/strong>: 1.69 oz | <strong>Cruelty-Free<\/strong>: Yes\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Formulated to minimize pores and improve skin texture, this collagen cream is also gentle enough for sensitive skin. Our tester, who has sensitive, acne-prone skin, did not experience any irritation or breakouts with regular use of this cream. It has a super-smooth consistency that glides on effortlessly, leaving your skin hydrated and smooth. Even better, with regular use, our tester saw lasting improvements in her skin\u2019s overall texture, and she appreciated the hydrated glow it delivered as well.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-inlinevideo--autoplay-looped mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo mntl-block has-details inline-video autoplay-looped\" data-bgset>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container mntl-block\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"video-placeholder autoplay-looped lazyload universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/v2\/media\/Ijkpdt2X\/thumbnails\/okvdjSTk.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"852\" alt=\"Site Loop: Person\u2019s face before and after using Biodance Collagen Cream\" role><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Mary, tester with dry, sensitive skin<\/strong>: \u201cThe collagen cream didn&#8217;t irritate my sensitive skin at all. Even when I applied it on my driest days, it didn&#8217;t cause any redness or burning. I do have acne-prone skin, and it didn&#8217;t cause an increase in breakouts either.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block mntl-sc-list-item\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord js-extended-commerce__block\">\n<div class=\"loc heading\">\n<h2 class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__superlative\"><span class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__superlative--text\"><br \/>\nBest for Acne-Prone Skin<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__heading\"><span class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__heading--text\">Dieux Air Angel Collagen &amp; Peptide Hydrating Gel Cream<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc figure\">\n<div id=\"figure-wrapper_4-0\" class=\"comp figure-wrapper mntl-block\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"Dieux Air Angel Collagen &amp; Peptide Hydrating Gel Cream\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/HM4TkKQohrimN9KIZ-Gol1Z3f8o=\/fit-in\/1500x1000\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/dieux--air-angel-collagen--peptide-hydrating-gel-cream--e657aa19ceab42bbba3b8dcc04f1eff6.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/HM4TkKQohrimN9KIZ-Gol1Z3f8o=\/fit-in\/1500x1000\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/dieux--air-angel-collagen--peptide-hydrating-gel-cream--e657aa19ceab42bbba3b8dcc04f1eff6.jpg\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Dieux Air Angel Collagen &amp; Peptide Hydrating Gel Cream\"><\/div><figcaption id=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__caption_4-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__caption mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\">Credit: Sephora<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc buttons\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__commerce-buttons_4-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__commerce-buttons mm-trx-commerce-button-list--prb mm-trx-commerce-button-list-block mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><span class=\"button-cta\">$44 at Sephora<\/span><\/span><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><span class=\"button-cta\">View on Dieuxskin.com<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-comparisonlist mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading-wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading-wrapper\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading\">What We Like<\/span><\/div>\n<ul class=\"mntl-sc-block__list mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list\">\n<li>\n<p>Noncomedogenic formula<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Quick absorption<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Leaves skin looking brighter and more even<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading-wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading-wrapper\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading\">What to Consider<\/span><\/div>\n<ul class=\"mntl-sc-block__list mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list\">\n<li>\n<p>Small amount of product for the price<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Key Ingredients<\/strong>: Glycerin 10%, hydro lipid blend, vegan collagen amino acids 1% | <strong>Skin Type<\/strong>: Oily, combo, normal | <strong>Size<\/strong>: 2.53 oz | <strong>Cruelty-Free<\/strong>: Yes\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> This collagen cream is packed with moisturizing ingredients, but won\u2019t clog pores or cause breakouts. We love its lightweight texture that truly falls in place between a gel and a cream (and it applies so smoothly as a result). It has a matte finish that works well under makeup, and it also layers well with products for a nighttime skincare routine. While there\u2019s only a small amount in the package, our tester noted that a little product goes a long way, and too much product will leave a slightly greasy feel behind\u2014but even then, she still didn\u2019t experience any breakouts.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-inlinevideo--autoplay-looped mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo mntl-block has-details inline-video autoplay-looped\" data-bgset>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container mntl-block\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"video-placeholder autoplay-looped lazyload universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/v2\/media\/GEjD3FQ1\/thumbnails\/wduJ0KLk.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"852\" alt=\"Site Loop: Person\u2019s face before and after using Dieux Air Angel Hydrating Gel Cream\" role><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Ally Hirschlag<\/strong><strong>, associate editorial director with combination, sensitive skin, and loss of firmness<\/strong>: \u201cI&#8217;d say my skin has started to look more youthful and plumper over the testing period. It hasn&#8217;t caused any irritation, breakouts, or sensitivity, and never pills, which is great. I basically forewent moisturizers on days I used this collagen cream\u2014felt sufficiently moisturized without it.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block mntl-sc-list-item\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord js-extended-commerce__block\">\n<div class=\"loc heading\">\n<h2 class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__superlative\"><span class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__superlative--text\"><br \/>\nBest for Glowy Skin<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__heading\"><span class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__heading--text\">Medicube Collagen Jelly Cream<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc figure\">\n<div id=\"figure-wrapper_5-0\" class=\"comp figure-wrapper mntl-block\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"medicube Collagen Jelly Cream\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/WX8jy3n2gp3YrDVDRzSeCGh0I1c=\/fit-in\/1500x1000\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/medicube-Collagen-Jelly-Cream-228f5f09cc57417e927b3d72c3fdb28c.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/WX8jy3n2gp3YrDVDRzSeCGh0I1c=\/fit-in\/1500x1000\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/medicube-Collagen-Jelly-Cream-228f5f09cc57417e927b3d72c3fdb28c.jpg\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"medicube Collagen Jelly Cream\"><\/div><figcaption id=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__caption_5-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__caption mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\">Credit: Amazon<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc buttons\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__commerce-buttons_5-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__commerce-buttons mm-trx-commerce-button-list--prb mm-trx-commerce-button-list-block mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"strikethrough\"><span class=\"strikethrough-price\">$20<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"button-cta\">$19 at Amazon<\/span><\/span><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><span class=\"button-cta\">$22 at Ulta<\/span><\/span><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><span class=\"button-cta\">View on Yesstyle.com<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-comparisonlist mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading-wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading-wrapper\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading\">What We Like<\/span><\/div>\n<ul class=\"mntl-sc-block__list mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list\">\n<li>\n<p>Adds a radiant glow<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Layers well with other products<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Doesn\u2019t leave residue on pillowcase<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading-wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading-wrapper\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading\">What to Consider<\/span><\/div>\n<ul class=\"mntl-sc-block__list mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list\">\n<li>\n<p>Feels slightly sticky<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Key Ingredients<\/strong>: Hydrolyzed collagen, niacinamide, squalene, hydrolyzed elastin | <strong>Skin Type<\/strong>: Combination, dry, normal, oily, sensitive | <strong>Size<\/strong>: 3.71 oz | <strong>Cruelty-Free<\/strong>: Yes\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> For a hydrated, radiant glow, we love Medicube\u2019s Collagen Jelly Cream, which is formulated with hydrating ingredients like niacinamide and squalene. The product comes with an application spatula, minimizing overapplication, and our tester found that a light layer worked well for the daytime, while a thicker layer at night gave the same effect of a sleep mask (but with much less mess). It also left her skin looking and feeling bright and firm, and the scent-free formula did not irritate her skin at all. This cream delivered more than we expected, but it does leave a slightly sticky feeling behind as it absorbs, so keep this in mind if you have sensory sensitivities.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-inlinevideo--autoplay-looped mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo mntl-block has-details inline-video autoplay-looped\" data-bgset>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container mntl-block\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"video-placeholder autoplay-looped lazyload universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/v2\/media\/AkawqJIT\/thumbnails\/5fQh5fVs.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"852\" alt=\"Site Loop: Person\u2019s face before and after using medicube Collagen Jelly Cream\" role><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Katie, tester with dry, dull skin<\/strong>: \u201cImmediately after applying, [my skin felt] hydrated and firm, and visually like there was a nice dewy, bounce to the skin. When continued use, it did look more plump over time without any irritations or breakouts.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block mntl-sc-list-item\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_35-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord js-extended-commerce__block\">\n<div class=\"loc heading\">\n<h2 class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__superlative\"><span class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__superlative--text\"><br \/>\nBest Hydrating<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__heading\"><span class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__heading--text\">Paula&#8217;s Choice Plumping Moisturizer<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc figure\">\n<div id=\"figure-wrapper_6-0\" class=\"comp figure-wrapper mntl-block\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"Paula's Choice Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Moisturizer\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/eC-RzU7nO09rvs4pVKk8xZ57oyc=\/fit-in\/1500x1000\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/paulas-choice-pro-collagen-peptide-plumping-moisturizer-ce8efe33294f42f59bc4dbfb55bd8ee3.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/eC-RzU7nO09rvs4pVKk8xZ57oyc=\/fit-in\/1500x1000\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/paulas-choice-pro-collagen-peptide-plumping-moisturizer-ce8efe33294f42f59bc4dbfb55bd8ee3.jpg\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Paula's Choice Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Moisturizer\"><\/div><figcaption id=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__caption_6-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__caption mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\">Credit: Paula&#8217;s Choice<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc buttons\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__commerce-buttons_6-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__commerce-buttons mm-trx-commerce-button-list--prb mm-trx-commerce-button-list-block mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><span class=\"button-cta\">$49 at Sephora<\/span><\/span><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><span class=\"button-cta\">View on Paulaschoice.com<\/span><\/span><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"strikethrough\"><span class=\"strikethrough-price\">$49<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"button-cta\">$19 at Kohls.com<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_36-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-comparisonlist mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading-wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading-wrapper\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading\">What We Like<\/span><\/div>\n<ul class=\"mntl-sc-block__list mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list\">\n<li>\n<p>Deeply hydrating<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Gel formula with a slightly cooling effect<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Leaves a radiant, healthy finish<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading-wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading-wrapper\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading\">What to Consider<\/span><\/div>\n<ul class=\"mntl-sc-block__list mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list\">\n<li>\n<p>May be too light for wintertime dryness<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_37-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Key Ingredients<\/strong>: Hexapeptide-5, oligopeptide-1, tridecapeptide-1 | <strong>Skin Type<\/strong>: Normal, dry, combination, oily | <strong>Size<\/strong>: 1.7 oz | <strong>Cruelty-Free<\/strong>: Yes\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_38-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> If you want a formula that leaves your skin looking plump and firm, and doesn\u2019t skimp on the hydrating benefits, this is the one for you. It has a lightweight texture that glides smoothly onto the skin and has a slightly cooling effect. Our tester noted that it does take a couple of minutes to fully absorb, but it doesn\u2019t leave any residue behind, just super moisturized skin (which may make it better as part of a nighttime skincare routine). We love the dewy, not greasy, finish of this product, and that skin looks refreshed with regular use. This is a fantastic choice for someone with dry skin, but since it\u2019s not thick, it may be a little too light in the cold, dry months.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_39-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-inlinevideo--autoplay-looped mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo mntl-block has-details inline-video autoplay-looped\" data-bgset>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container mntl-block\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"video-placeholder autoplay-looped lazyload universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/v2\/media\/CjtMgVRx\/thumbnails\/Ls4PLjKx.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"852\" alt=\"Site Loop: Person\u2019s face before and after using Paula's Choice Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Gel-Cream Moisturizer\" role><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_40-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Shannon Stubbs<\/strong><strong>, writer with dry, acne-prone skin<\/strong>: \u201cAfter applying, my skin looks plump and well-hydrated, with a radiant, healthy finish. While it does look dewy, it never looks greasy.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block mntl-sc-list-item\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_41-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord js-extended-commerce__block\">\n<div class=\"loc heading\">\n<h2 class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__superlative\"><span class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__superlative--text\"><br \/>\nBest Plumping<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__heading\"><span class=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__heading--text\">StriVectin Peptide Plump Collagen Cushion Cream<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc figure\">\n<div id=\"figure-wrapper_7-0\" class=\"comp figure-wrapper mntl-block\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"StriVectin Peptide Plump Collagen Cushion Cream\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/DKBR344dyQTCNg6WWusnT4tov6g=\/fit-in\/1500x1000\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/StriVectin-Peptide-Plump-Collagen-Cushion-Cream-d46e8fd6f87947129ee1881a6b74835d.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/DKBR344dyQTCNg6WWusnT4tov6g=\/fit-in\/1500x1000\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/StriVectin-Peptide-Plump-Collagen-Cushion-Cream-d46e8fd6f87947129ee1881a6b74835d.jpg\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"StriVectin Peptide Plump Collagen Cushion Cream\"><\/div><figcaption id=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__caption_7-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__caption mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\">Credit: StriVectin<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc buttons\">\n<div id=\"mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__commerce-buttons_7-0\" class=\"comp mm-trx-sc-block-productrecord__commerce-buttons mm-trx-commerce-button-list--prb mm-trx-commerce-button-list-block mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><span class=\"button-cta\">$79 at Ulta<\/span><\/span><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><span class=\"button-cta\">$79 at Dermstore<\/span><\/span><span class=\"link__wrapper\"><span class=\"button-cta\">View on Strivectin.com<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_42-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-comparisonlist mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading-wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading-wrapper\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading\">What We Like<\/span><\/div>\n<ul class=\"mntl-sc-block__list mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list\">\n<li>\n<p>Leaves skin looking plump<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Visible results with one use<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Adds firmness<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading-wrapper mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading-wrapper\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block__list-heading mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list-heading\">What to Consider<\/span><\/div>\n<ul class=\"mntl-sc-block__list mntl-sc-block-universal-comparison-list__list\">\n<li>\n<p>Not as effective on deep wrinkles<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_43-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Key Ingredients<\/strong>: Argireline, alpha-3 peptide | <strong>Skin Type<\/strong>: Mature | <strong>Size<\/strong>: 1.7 oz | <strong>Cruelty-Free<\/strong>: Yes\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_44-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> A cream that moisturizes, firms, plumps, and shows results after one use? Yes, please. After applying StriVectin\u2019s Peptide Plump Collagen Cushion Cream just once, I was hooked. I saw a visible difference in my skin within minutes, and after five weeks of consistent use, I noticed my 11 lines looking softer and my skin feeling smoother. It layers well with other products, whether it\u2019s makeup, serums, or creams, and it absorbs well, leaving behind a natural finish (that leans more dewy than matte). The cream is also lightweight, gentle, and moisturizing. It should come as no surprise that this product is now a staple in my skincare routine.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_45-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-inlinevideo--autoplay-looped mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo mntl-block has-details inline-video autoplay-looped\" data-bgset>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container mntl-block\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"video-placeholder autoplay-looped lazyload universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/v2\/media\/xoS6Rsz0\/thumbnails\/Fz2mvcpP.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"852\" alt=\"Site Loop: Person\u2019s face before and after using StriVectin Peptide Plump\u2122 Collagen Cushion Cream\" role><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_46-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Ashley, tester with combination skin, fine lines, and wrinkles<\/strong>: \u201cOver the course of the testing period, I have definitely seen an improvement in my 11 lines and overall firmness.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-article-outro_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-outro mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_47-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What to Look for in a Collagen Cream <\/span><\/h2>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block_48-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\">\n<li><strong>Skin Type:<\/strong> You should consider your skin type when choosing a collagen cream, especially when it comes to the product\u2019s key ingredients and texture. \u201cPay attention to thickness,\u201d advises Graf. \u201cIf you have oily or acne-prone skin, I recommend opting for a lightweight gel formula. Whereas if you have dry skin, I recommend opting for a thicker, richer formula,\u201d she says.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Active Ingredients:<\/strong> Graf and Yadav both emphasize the importance of additional active ingredients in collagen creams, as collagen alone isn\u2019t enough to deliver results. \u201cI would recommend looking for a formula that contains collagen peptides and amino acids,\u201d says Yadav. Graf also suggests formulas that include retinol and vitamin C, which prevent collagen degradation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hydrating and Calming Ingredients:<\/strong> Graf recommends looking for formulas that include humectants, like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. These ingredients are excellent boosters when paired with collagen creams, as they can help you achieve short-term results of plumping and boosting radiance while also contributing to better skin in the long term. They can also help keep the skin hydrated and calm, which is key when using active ingredients like the ones above.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_49-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How We Tested Collagen Creams <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_50-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> We implemented these collagen creams into our regular skincare routines, layering them with our regular products, from SPF to moisturizers to retinols to everyday makeup. We also consulted board-certified dermatologists to gain a deeper understanding of what to look for in a high-quality collagen cream. With testing insights and expert input, we compiled this list of the best collagen creams.\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block_51-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\">\n<li><strong>Collagen Creams Tested:<\/strong> 7<\/li>\n<li><strong>Testing Period:<\/strong> Five weeks<\/li>\n<li><strong>Methodology: <\/strong>Collagen creams were tested at home in our real lives. Each cream was tested across a variety of skin types and tones.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Factors Considered<\/strong>: Product texture and consistency, absorption, finish, layering performance, and overall effectiveness and results.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_52-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-faq--expanded beauty-sc-block-faq mntl-sc-block-faq mntl-block is-expanded\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__title mntl-text-block\">FAQ<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__content mntl-accordion \" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"1\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_1-0-section-0\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">Is collagen cream the same as moisturizer?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Collagen creams are a type of moisturizer, but not all moisturizers are collagen creams. Graf explains that collagen creams are \u201cusually formulated to improve firmness and elasticity, while a basic moisturizer focuses on hydration.\u201d And like other moisturizers, you can find different collagen creams that are best for certain skin types, such as sensitive skin or dry skin.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"2\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_2-0-section-1\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">How can I rebuild the collagen in my skin?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>As we age, our skin loses collagen, leading to sagging and wrinkles. At home, Graf recommends topical retinoids, vitamin C products, and peptides, as they\u2019re \u201cgreat for boosting collagen production over time.\u201d Plus, she emphasizes the importance of daily SPF, as \u201cUV damage leads to the breakdown of collagen in the skin faster.\u201d Finally, both she and Yadav note that in-office treatments, such as microneedling and laser treatments, will also help rebuild collagen.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"3\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_3-0-section-2\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">What causes depletion of collagen in the skin?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>The natural aging process is the primary source of collagen loss. Other factors Yadav says can contribute include \u201csun damage\/unprotected sun exposure, free radical damage caused by environmental factors like pollution, as well as poor lifestyle habits like smoking, drinking alcohol, and eating a lot of processed foods and sugars can all contribute to the breakdown of collagen in the skin.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_53-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Meet Our Experts <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_54-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> We consulted with several skincare experts for this story, including:\n<\/p>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block_55-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\">\n<li>Ramya Garlapati, M.D., is a board-certified dermatologist and skincare expert based in Los Angeles.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Jeannette Graf, M.D., is a board-certified dermatologist based in Great Neck, New York.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Geeta Yadav, M.D., is a board-certified dermatologist based in Toronto.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_56-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Why Trust Byrdie <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_57-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Ashley Ziegler is a lifestyle writer specializing in beauty and fashion. She tests products and services so she can stand behind her recommendations. She has fine lines around her eyes, visible wrinkles in her forehead, and volume loss, particularly under her eyes. She tested StriVectin\u2019s Peptide Plump Collagen Cushion Cream for this Byrdie article and had nothing but great things to say about the product.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"beauty-taglines_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-taglines mntl-taglines\">\n<div id=\"mntl-taglines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-taglines__group mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-taglines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-taglines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Edited by<\/span><br \/>\nShauna Beni-Haynes\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-post-content\">\n<div id=\"beauty-breadcrumbs--chips_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-universal-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more mntl-text-block text-title-100\">Read more:<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-universal-breadcrumbs_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-breadcrumbs mntl-block text-label-300 breadcrumbs\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Skin<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Face Care<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<p> Source URL: https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/best-collagen-creams<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We independently evaluate all of our recommendations. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. The 7 Best Collagen Creams for Plump, Glowing Skin, According to Experts Smooth, radiant skin\u2014no needles required. 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