3 Common Myths About Wrinkle Treatment + Facts You Should Know

When we say wrinkle treatment, we mean how you care for your wrinkles—not how to get rid of them. Fine lines and wrinkles are a natural part of the privileged aging process, so try to remember that next time you get down on yourself. 

First up, the most common myth. While some folks say Botox is the only remedy to ease the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, that's not true in the slightest. 

This has to be one of the most common: Some people say that collagen supplements don't work because they can't be absorbed into the body. While this is a valid concern, it's not true of every form of collagen. 

In fact, hydrolyzed collagen peptides, by definition, have been broken down into digestible, short-chain amino acids. Research has shown that hydrolyzed collagen peptides are absorbed more easily1 by your bloodstream and body than normal-sized collagen molecules, which is why they're more often used in clinical studies.

"Hydrolyzed collagen is predigested so it does not go through that first-pass digestion in the GI tract," said board-certified dermatologist Joshua Zeichner, M.D. "The collagen fragments can be absorbed as is and circulate throughout the body to exert their effects."

Retinol is a classic healthy aging staple, and for good reason. This powerhouse speeds up cell turnover and even boosts collagen production. However, it's not the only option out there.