Adopt a 5-step routine to rejuvenate the skin: consume at least 10 g of hydrolyzed collagen per day, apply a vitamin C and E serum in the morning, use a bakuchiol cream at night, practice at-home dermaplaning, and use a red light therapy mask several times a week.

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This routine is based on overall very solid scientific foundations. For collagen, a meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials (by Miranda et al., 2021) confirms positive effects on skin elasticity and hydration, although benefits appear at doses lower than 10 g. The synergy of vitamins C and E is also documented by literature reviews (such as Pullar et al., 2017) that demonstrate enhanced antioxidant protection against skin aging. Regarding bakuchiol, a randomized controlled trial (Dhaliwal et al., 2019) shows anti-aging efficacy comparable to retinol, with less irritation. Similarly, red light therapy is supported by a randomized clinical trial (Wunsch & Matuschka, 2014) highlighting an improvement in skin texture and collagen density. Conversely, at-home dermaplaning lacks robust clinical studies regarding long-term anti-aging effects, as its action is mainly limited to temporary and superficial mechanical exfoliation.

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1. 1Wunsch A, Matuschka K 2014