10 Firming Superstars For Tighter, Younger-Looking Skin

It’s time to try defying gravity.

Nov 2, 2020

Have you ever looked in the mirror, stroked your jawline, and realized that your skin no longer sits where it used to? Suddenly, you have visible jowls, your eyes are droopy, and your cheekbones are nowhere near as prominent as they used to be.

Here’s the reality: Over time, skin starts to lose its elasticity as our natural collagen and elastin, the proteins responsible for our skin’s shape and firmness, break down. This decline typically starts at around age 25, with the effects becoming more and more noticeable when you hit your 30s and 40s, and particularly at the start of menopause—when women’s skin loses around 30% of its collagen. The loss of elasticity can be further accelerated by damage from sun exposure, external pollutants, lack of proper sleep, poor nutrition, and even constant friction. Of course, gravity plays a key role, too.

But while we can’t stop time or avoid damage completely, we can try to slow down skin’s decline with the help of better habits (like quitting smoking and applying sunscreen regularly) and the right skin care. This is where firming and lifting products come in, a.k.a. formulas that contain active ingredients that improve or stimulate collagen production, moisturize the skin to minimize breakdown, and work to deliver a tightening, lifting, or plumping effect.

Craving for a skin pick-me-up? Take your pick from our top 10 skin-saving superstars for your face and neck, ranging from potent serums and toning masks to intensive anti-aging creams.

Biologique Recherche Biomagic Mask

Also called the “Red Carpet Masque” because of its instantaneous effects (perfect for special occasions), this mattifying mask tones the skin while also purifying and tightening the pores. The result is fresher, firmer skin—and you’ll see it as soon as you wash the mask off.

Biologique Recherche Serum Collagen Natif

This toning serum gives a “tautening” effect: Its high concentration of active ingredients work to tighten skin and minimize the appearance of pores. It also moisturizes by locking water into the epidermis, helping maintain suppleness and radiance.

Biologique Recherche Collagene Marin

Powered by marine bio-collagen, this firming and astringent serum works to plump up the skin and rehydrate the skin surface to smoothen fine lines and wrinkles. Plus, it improves skin’s barrier function for a healthier, softer finish.
Pro tip: You can combine this with the Serum Elastine Marin for best results.

Biologique Recherche Splenodermine

Highly recommended for anyone experiencing loss of tone, this intensive firming serum works to regenerate and strengthen skin’s supportive tissues, helping redefine the facial outline.

Biologique Recherche VG Tensil

Face lift in a bottle, anyone? The word “tensil” roughly translates to tension, which is what this serum’s innovative formula aims to stimulate. It combats sagging by regenerating skin fibers and boosting cellular metabolism, delivering a lifting effect that leaves the face looking smoother and more toned.

Biologique Recherche Serum Matriciel Visage

Say bye-bye to sagging—particularly in the cheeks, jowls, jawline and neck—with this targeted treatment designed to help define your facial contours and counteract the effects of gravity. It contains natural extracts that act as fillers and tensors for immediate results.

Biologique Recherche Creme Splendide

Tone up as you glow up with this hydrating cream that’s formulated with peptides and yeast to revitalize the skin and restore density. It’s also ideal for use as a neck cream—just be sure to apply using upward strokes for an extra lift.

Biologique Recherche Crème MSR-H

Perfect for women undergoing hormonal changes triggered by menopause, this beauty cream brightens and refreshes aging skin without weighing it down. It features a combination of yam and soy extracts mixed with the brand’s Oxygenating Complex to support the skin’s structure.

Neostrata Triple Firming Neck Cream, P3,100

If you’ve long been neglecting your neck area, it’s time to give it the TLC it deserves. This anti-aging cream features NeoGlucosamine, which strengthens the skin’s support matrix, as well as collagen-boosting ingredients for improved firmness.

Neostrata Tri-Therapy Lifting Serum, P3,450

A powerhouse serum, this boasts of a triple anti-aging complex that smoothens fine lines, encourages firmer skin in lax areas, and protects against moisture loss, thanks to hyaluronic acid.

For customized skin care recommendations, you can book a virtual consultation with our resident dermatologist, Dr. Maximin Navarro, a Philippine Dermatological Society (PDS) fellow, and Michelle Reyes-Navarro, founder of Bella Pelle Philippines.

Want to learn more? Read about Michelle’s beauty routine here, and then discover more of the finest skincare products all thoughtfully selected for you by Bella Pelle Philippines here.