The Follicular Phase Glow: Boosting Collagen 

the follicular phase offers the perfect opportunity to elevate your skincare game and maximise collagen production for a glowing skin.

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As you cycle through the stages of the menstrual cycle, each phase can show up on your skin. In some phases, this can mean combatting problematic skin concerns, such as acne. However, this is not always the case. One stage in particular – the follicular phase – offers the perfect opportunity to elevate your skincare game and maximise collagen production. Here’s how to harness this phase for your follicular phase glow.

The Follicular Phase

The follicular phase begins on the first day of menstruation and typically lasts 7–12 days. While skin may be sensitive, dull and acne prone for the first week, climbing oestrogen levels begin to rejuvenate your skin after this. This surge in hormones has a direct impact on your skin:

  • Boosts collagen production, enhancing skin elasticity and firmness.
  • Reduces inflammation, leaving your skin smoother and calmer.
  • Increases hydration, giving your complexion that plump, dewy glow.

The follicular phase creates the perfect environment to rejuvenate your skin. Focusing on enhancing collagen production during this phase can amplify your results, allowing skin to be better for longer.

Why Focus on Collagen?

Collagen is the scaffolding of the skin. It keeps your complexion firm, smooth and youthful. From your mid-20s onwards, collagen production naturally starts to decline due to a variety of internal and external factors. Incorporating collagen-boosting skincare and lifestyle strategies can help keep collagen at an optimum level, for a follicular phase glow.

Skincare Tips for a Follicular Phase Glow

The right skincare during each phase of your menstrual cycle can help you glow all month long. Here are our recommendations for the follicular phase:

Exfoliate to Enhance Absorption

During the follicular phase, your skin is less sensitive and more resilient. This is the ideal time to use gentle exfoliants to remove dead skin cells. Exfoliation allows your collagen-boosting products to penetrate more effectively. The SkinBase Skin Renew AHA Cleansing Foam is a great choice for this phase of your cycle.

Load Up on Vitamin C

Vitamin C is crucial to the collagen synthesis process. Applying a vitamin C serum daily can help to brighten your skin, protect it from free radicals, and stimulate collagen production.

Add Retinol to the Mix

Retinol, a vitamin A derivative, is known to stimulate fibroblasts and enhance collagen production. If you’re new to retinol, start with a low concentration, and use it in your nighttime routine during this phase to support skin renewal and achieve a follicular phase glow.

Hyaluronic Acid for Hydration

Pairing hyaluronic acid with other actives, such as vitamin C or retinol, helps maintain hydration while amplifying your skin’s plumpness. Hydrated skin is better equipped to retain collagen and stay firm.

Don’t Skip SPF

UV rays are incredibly detrimental to collagen fibres. protect your skin daily with a broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) to prevent collagen breakdown, even indoors and in winter!

Wellness Habits for a Follicular Phase Glow

There are steps you can take throughout your cycle to enhance your skin and maintain your glow. Here are some important wellness habits to remember:

  • Protein: Collagen is a protein, and your body needs amino acids (from foods like chicken, fish, eggs, and beans) to produce it. Up your protein intake for an extra boost.
  • Hydration: Water supports skin elasticity and helps keep your skin cells functioning optimally. Aim for at 6-8 glasses of water a day.
  • Antioxidants: Antioxidant-rich foods like berries, spinach, and green tea help to fight oxidative stress that can degrade collagen.
  • Sleep: Your skin’s repair mechanisms work overtime while you sleep, especially in the follicular phase when oestrogen is high. So, aim for at least 7 hours of quality rest per night.
  • Exercise: Working out increases blood flow, delivering oxygen and nutrients to your skin. This enhances collagen synthesis and leaves your complexion with a natural glow.

Professional Treatments to Maximise Collagen

If you want to further enhance your skin, find your nearest SkinBase therapist and schedule in professional treatments during your follicular phase.

SkinBase Collagen Lift

SkinBase Collagen Lift tightens, firms and sculpts the skin using radio-frequency energy, allowing you to achieve a youthful complexion. Your skin will feel healthier immediately post-treatment, and elastin fibres can tighten instantly for an immediate glow. The treatment also offers the perfect opportunity to unwind during your cycle, while stimulating the production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid in the longer term.

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