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Getting Underwhelming Results from Skin Treatments? – Many people undergo aesthetic treatments such as skin boosters or collagen stimulators on a regular basis, hoping to achieve healthier, firmer, and more youthful-looking skin. However, some patients feel that even after multiple treatment sessions, the improvements are still not as noticeable as they expected. So why does this happen?
In a discussion between dr. Feidriwan, M.Biomed (AAM) and dr. Mathelda Weni, M.Kes (AAM), M.M. with Pyfaesthetic team (https://www.instagram.com/reels/DaKnb7DT8sP/), they explained that the issue is not always the treatment itself. According to them, the condition of the skin before treatment also plays an important role in determining how well it responds to aesthetic procedures. Learn more about it here.
Why Aren’t Some Treatments Delivering the Desired Results?
Dr. Mathelda Weni shared that many patients tell her they receive collagen stimulators or skin booster injections every month, yet still feel the results are less impressive than they had hoped.
Responding to this concern, dr. Feidriwan explained that many aesthetic treatments today focus primarily on stimulating new collagen production, while the condition of the existing collagen within the skin is often overlooked.
He compares collagen to any other part of the body that naturally ages over time. As we get older, collagen gradually loses its quality due to aging and environmental factors. If the collagen that forms the skin’s structural foundation has already deteriorated, continuously stimulating collagen production alone may not necessarily lead to healthier or stronger new collagen.
Healthy Fibroblasts Matter Too
During the discussion, dr. Mathelda Weni emphasized that collagen is only part of the picture. Another important component is the fibroblast.
Fibroblasts are the cells responsible for producing collagen, elastin, and many other essential components that help maintain the skin’s structure. According to her, many treatments focus almost exclusively on stimulating collagen while paying less attention to the health of the fibroblasts themselves, which are responsible for producing that collagen.
This raises an important question: is there a treatment that can help support fibroblasts so they can function more effectively?
Why the Skin Environment Is Important
To answer that question, dr. Feidriwan used a simple analogy. He explained that an unhealthy environment can affect how well fibroblasts perform.
If many fibroblasts have already declined in function because of the aging process, repeatedly stimulating them may not produce collagen of the highest quality. In other words, successful treatment is not only about increasing stimulation but also about improving the environment in which fibroblasts work.
This concept has become one of the foundations of regenerative aesthetic medicine, which aims to create healthier skin conditions before introducing additional stimulation.
Native Collagen as a Supportive Approach
According to dr. Feidriwan, one option worth considering is native collagen.
During the discussion, he explained that native collagen introduces healthy collagen into the skin, helping create a healthier environment within the dermis. With improved tissue quality, fibroblasts may be able to function in a more supportive environment.
Dr. Mathelda Weni added that this approach is not solely focused on stimulating collagen production. Instead, it also aims to improve the overall quality of the skin environment itself.
A Brief Introduction to Collost
One native collagen product used in this approach is Collost, a native type I collagen product used in collagen replacement therapy.
Unlike treatments that focus primarily on stimulation, Collost helps support the quality of the dermal environment. For this reason, it is often considered as part of combination treatment protocols alongside skin boosters, collagen stimulators, and other aesthetic procedures. As with any treatment, its use should be based on a dermatologist’s consultation and an individualized assessment of each patient’s skin condition.
Conclusion
According to dr. Feidriwan, M.Biomed (AAM) and dr. Mathelda Weni, M.Kes (AAM), M.M., treatment results that fall short of expectations do not necessarily mean the procedures themselves are ineffective. In some cases, the condition of the existing collagen and the environment where fibroblasts function also need to be considered. This is why native collagen such as Collost may be incorporated into a personalized treatment plan to help create a healthier skin environment before or alongside other aesthetic procedures. By taking a more comprehensive approach, different treatments can complement one another and help improve overall skin quality more effectively.
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