Stay Forever Young With The Best Collagen Serums in Malaysia

Do you know that once we age past 30, our skin starts to produce less and less collagen each year? If you’re thinking of combating this by taking collagen pills, hold your horses as Payal Patel, MD, stated that “there is insufficient evidence regarding the effectiveness of these supplements”. The main reason for this is that our bodies are unable to absorb collagen in its intact form, as it must be broken down into peptides first to enter the bloodstream. Thankfully, the skincare industry is well aware of this and is now rife with the best collagen serums in Malaysia that actually help to keep Father Time at bay!

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What is Collagen and Its Benefits?
The Best Collagen Serums in Malaysia For That Youthful Glow

What is Collagen and Its Benefits?

Collagen is a vital structural protein found within our tissues. Our bodies naturally produce collagen by utilising amino acids derived from protein-rich sources such as bone broth, meat, and fish. As we age, our bodies start to produce 1% less collagen each year after the age of 30. Other factors resulting in decreased collagen production include sun damage, smoking, and drinking alcohol.

Alongside hyaluronic acid and elastin, collagen is one of the main substances in our bodies that helps to maintain skin elasticity, volume, and moisture. It can also be found within the keratin that forms our skin, hair, and nails. In other words, collagen lends us that youthful look we all admire and crave.

The Best Collagen Serums in Malaysia For That Youthful Glow

1. Olay Regenerist Collagen Peptide-24 Serum

The Olay Regenerist Collagen Peptide-24 serum has a light texture that is easily and swiftly absorbed by the skin. It provides 24-hour hydration without any unpleasant stickiness or greasiness. Crafted with meticulously selected ingredients such as collagen peptide and vitamin B3+ (also known as niacinamide), this serum is designed to revitalise your skin’s appearance effectively. Olay even claims that within 2 weeks of use, this serum will transform your facial contours into appearing visibly tightened and your skin into looking more supple.

Why we love it:

Also contains niacinamide
Fragrance free
Can be found in drugstores

Cons:

Must be used with other Olay Regenerist Collagen Peptide-24 products for the best results

Price: RM82.42

Where to buy: Guardian

2. Paula’s Choice Boost Pro-Collagen Multi-Peptide Booster

Paula’s Choice isn’t just the go-to for Paula as our Insiders are obsessed with her products as well. One product we rave about is the Paula’s Choice Boost Pro-Collagen Multi-Peptide Booster. It helps to rejuvenate, fortify, and tighten your skin with the use of pro-collagen peptides for immediate and long-term results. Suitable for all skin types, this booster can be mixed and layered with other products in your skincare regime, a versatile queen. If you’re plagued with fine wrinkles, Paula’s Choice boasts that this product will smooth them in just 15 minutes!

Why we love it:

Suitable for all skin types
Can be mixed with other products
Contains amino and hyaluronic acids

Cons:

Only 20ml of product
The dropper can be wonky when dispensing product

Price: RM299.00

Where to buy: Paula’s Choice

3. The Inkey List Collagen Face Serum

Ever heard of Matrixyl 3000? Neither have we, but The Inkey List certainly has, as they offer one of the best collagen serums in Malaysia. Their Collagen Face Serum is rich with the substance, which is basically a peptide that mimics the effect of natural collagen and helps to boost collagen production. This results in a plumping and firming effect on the skin alongside reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Be sure to use a pea-sized amount of this collagen serum every morning and every night to achieve younger-looking skin.

Why we love it:

Boosts collagen production
Paraben and fragrance free
Compact and portable design

Cons:

A morning and night serum with only 30ml per product
Not suitable for sensitive skin

Price: RM83.00

Where to buy: Sephora

4. Mary & May Marine Collagen Serum

In our opinion, Mary & May is an underrated clean beauty skincare brand that deserves more love, starting with their Marine Collagen Serum. This fast-absorbing serum is infused with 95% small molecule collagen sourced from the sea, allowing for deeper penetration to combat signs of ageing while providing much-needed hydration to dry skin — minus the greasy residue we all know and hate. This serum is also free from animal testing and 16 harmful substances, which include parabens, artificial fragrances and colours, alcohol, mineral oil, surfactants, and allergens.

Why we love it:

Clean beauty — free from 16 harmful substances
Easily absorbed marine collagen molecules
Hydrates the skin

Cons:

The product doesn’t come out from the bottle easily

Price: RM85.90

Where to buy: Sasa

5. Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid + Collagen + Niacinamide Activating Serum

Alright, we know that the price tag on this collagen serum is hefty to say the least, but there are definitely good reasons behind the price point. Unlike the other products on this list, the Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid + Collagen + Niacinamide Activating Serum doesn’t just boost collagen production in the skin, it also helps to repair and strengthen the skin barrier. With 10 active ingredients, including niacinamide and six different types of peptides, this collagen serum enhances the skin’s natural ceramides and fatty acids to fortify the skin barrier. It also amplifies collagen and hyaluronic acid production for plumper and younger-looking skin.

Why we love it:

Improves and fortifies skin barrier
Rich in peptides
Comes in a pump bottle

Cons:

Extremely uneconomical price

Price: RM440.00

Where to buy: Shopee

6. Collagen by Watsons White Regeneration Intensive Serum

It feels right to follow up on an expensive product with the cheapest collagen serum on our list, so let’s introduce you to Collagen by Watsons White Regeneration Intensive Serum. Produced by our very own favourite drugstore, Watsons, this affordable yet high-quality product is crafted with Aura Glow Complex which targets skin pigmentation for a luminous and more radiant complexion. Packed with Tri-Collagen including Green Collagen, Marine Collagen, and Hydrolysed Collagen, this intensive serum provides a firming and brightening effect on the skin.

Why we love it:

Affordable price
Targets skin pigmentation
Packed with three different collagens

Cons:

Results may take awhile to manifest

Price: RM51.03

Where to buy: Watsons

7. Dermalogica Pro-Collagen Banking Serum

If you’re willing to splurge to gain youthful skin, Dermalogica’s Pro-Collagen Banking Serum is one of the best collagen serums in Malaysia that you can definitely bank on. Its formula features amino acids, carnosine dipeptide, and polyglutamic acid, all working together to keep your skin looking as plump as possible and visibly support, shield, and maintain your collagen levels. This collagen serum is also super hydrating and contains wild indigo extract to restore your skin’s radiance. We’re also in love with its gel-to-serum consistency that simply glides onto your skin like butter.

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