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00:00Hi, I'm health reporter Sarah McCann. Collagen masks are having a moment on social media
00:06with influencers claiming that they have a glowing and plumping effect on the skin. But
00:11are there any benefits and are they really worth the hype? Here's what you need to know.
00:16Ryan Porter from Fat Collagen Skincare explained that collagen masks come in different forms
00:20such as gels, creams and sheets. The idea behind them is that the collagen will seep
00:26into the skin and then create a more plumped and youthful complexion. But what does the
00:33science say? In 2023, a study in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology found that hydrolyzed
00:39collagen did improve skin moisture and firmness in the short term. However, the long term
00:44effects weren't conclusive. Porter explained that science backed alternatives that can
00:51increase collagen production and maintain youthful skin include retinoids and retinols,
00:56vitamin C, SPF, collagen supplements and professional skin treatments such as microleaving or laser
01:03therapy.