I’m excited to share a more in-depth review of Depology Matrixyl 3000 Collagen Boosting Serum and more information about the titular star ingredient. You can check out the original post + my review of Depology’s famous Collagen Under Eye...
*Sponsored post with Depology. Products gifted for review.
I’m excited to share a more in-depth review of Depology Matrixyl 3000 Collagen Boosting Serum and more information about the titular star ingredient. You can check out the original post + my review of Depology’s famous Collagen Under Eye and Micro Dart patches here. Matrixyl 3000 serum was briefly out of stock last year due to popular demand, but it’s now back and re-packaged into this gorgeous blue indigo bottle. Depology has also released a new Matrixyl Collagen Boosting Serum Travel Set with a full-size and a mini, which are featured in the photos. Enjoy!
What Does Matrixyl 3000 Do and the Skincare Benefits of Collagen
You probably have heard of collagen, but let’s recap briefly. Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body and the primary building block for skin, muscles, bones, connective tissues, etc. Collagen is also found elsewhere in the body and is very important for general health, but let’s focus on the visible skincare benefits. Aging naturally causes the body to produce less collagen, and the existing breaks down faster. You’ll notice more wrinkles, sagging, crepey skin, and hallowing around your eyes. Eating a healthy and balanced diet, wearing a high SPF30+, and avoiding smoking can delay skin collagen loss. From a skincare perspective, topical products like Depology Matrixyl 3000 Collagen Boosting Serum can also support collagen stimulation and skin health.
You may have heard of Matrixyl before. It was launched in 2000, becoming a popular and well-known active ingredient in the anti-aging industry (or, as I prefer to say nowadays: well-aging). To my understanding, Matrixyl 3000 is a patented compound of peptides (read more: What Does Matrixyl Do?) that you could call “building blocks” proteins and new collagen, but also for elastin fibers that make your skin firm. Matrixyl ‘signals’ the skin to heal aka stimulates collagen synthesis and even boosts the skin’s production of hyaluronic acid. It’s also found efficient in skin penetration. So, applying a quality topical serum like Depology Matrixyl 3000 helps the skin to improve collagen production and increases hydration levels for more supple, smooth, and youthful-looking skin.
Depology Matrixyl 3000 Travel Set Review
Matrixyl 3000 Collagen Boosting Serum $40 (€36.7) for 30ml (1.01 fl.Oz)
Matrixyl 3000 Travel Set $50 $40 (€36.7) for 30ml (1.01 fl.Oz) AND 9ml /0.30 fl.Oz)
For reference: I am 34 years old with normal-dry/dehydrated skin. My main concerns are dullness, tightness, and the occasional dry patch on my cheeks. My congestion is manageable, and I rarely break out anymore. Dehydration makes my fine lines and signs of aging more prominent, so I’m a huge fan of hydrating serums and essences. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve become pickier about the products I use: solely hyaluronic acid-based products can make my skin feel even tighter if I’m not quickly sealing them in with a layer of cream or facial oil.
Last fall I struggled with sinusitis, frequent flu, and fatigue (hence, I had to take some time off from work and blogging). I was often too tired to do my many-step skincare routine, but Matrixyl 3000 Serum was easy and quick to apply, comforting my skin instantly. I enjoy that Depology Matrixyl 3000 has several humectants (aloe leaf juice, glycerin, hyaluronic acid) and emollients (rosehip seed and sunflower seed oil) for long-lasting soothing and hydration. Not to forget the collagen-boosting star ingredient, which is in a high concentration. I’m finally healthy, and I’ve been using my 2nd bottle for a few weeks with my usual skincare routine. I still enjoy it! According to my experience, this serum is beneficial whether you prefer a complex skincare routine or a simplified one. I cannot measure my collagen levels, but my skin looks and feels smoother and brighter, and my fine lines are less pronounced.
My usual routine is cleansing, toning, and massaging a few drops of the serum on my face, neck, and décolléte. Especially if you pick up Matrixyl Collagen Boosting Serum Travel Set it will last you weeks, the price is very reasonable, and the mini bottle is easy to toss into your travel bag. I follow the serum with an eye cream, moisturizer, and SPF during the day. It works beautifully under makeup. My evening routine is similar, but I pair the Matrixyl 3000 serum with a retinol cream (or just a facial oil if I’m lazy). I also tested the serum paired with Depology Micro-Dart patches (review here) overnight to give my eye area extra pampering. Just make sure you let the serum absorb before applying the patches!
I would suggest this serum for most people and any skin type. It’s also vegan, cruelty-free, and free of artificial fragrance. I know people prone to acne may need to pay attention to coconut oil, but the amount seems minimal. I didn’t get any congestion (I struggled with acne in my mid-20s). For the best results, check out Depology’s simple ingredient pairing guide. I found it very helpful!
Depology Matrixyl 3000 Serum INCI
Water, Butylene Glycol, Matrixyl 3000, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Codium Tomentosum Extract, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Cereus Grandiflorus (Cactus) Extract, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Trehalose, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1 ,2-Hexanediol, Coconut Oil, Rosehip Seed Oil, Sunflower Seed Oil, Allantoin, Stearic Acid, Xanthan Gum
Final Thoughts on Depology Matrixyl 3000 Travel Set
Last year this product was great when I couldn’t take the best care of my skin, and I did notice a difference in my skin when I had a break from using it. Of course, my overall health and inconsistency with skincare probably also affected my complexion. However, I think I’ve achieved the best results when adding Depology Matrixyl 3000 back into my routine with regular exfoliation and SPF. I even started to get compliments about my skin again, which felt encouraging after looking and feeling like a troll last winter. I can highly suggest Depology Matrixyl 3000 Travel Set!
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