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After age 20, the human body begins producing approximately 1% less collagen in the skin each year. This slow but steady decrease is a completely natural part of the aging process, affecting not only your skin but also your joints and overall tissue strength.
According to the Cleveland Clinic, the body’s collagen production begins to slow down as early as the mid-20s, not stop entirely. This crucial protein provides structural support, but its gradual decline is a key factor in the visible signs of aging. So, do we stop producing collagen as we age? The answer lies in understanding this natural, and complex, biological process.
By the age of 40, skin cell turnover starts to slow dramatically, with the cycle sometimes doubling in length. This fundamental biological shift is just one aspect of the complex answer to how do skin repair and regeneration change with age.
According to a study published in the American Journal of Pathology, collagen production can decrease significantly in older skin, a process intrinsically linked to the function of fibroblasts. This article answers the question: **What happens to fibroblasts as we age?**
