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Dermal Collagen Structure

Meaning

Dermal Collagen Structure refers to the intricate, three-dimensional scaffolding of fibrous proteins, primarily Type I and Type III collagen, embedded within the skin’s dermis layer. This complex matrix is the foundational element that provides the skin with its essential tensile strength, elasticity, and structural volume. The integrity and density of this structure are highly sensitive to systemic factors, most notably the concentration of circulating sex hormones. Degradation of this structure is the principal cause of visible skin aging, including wrinkling and laxity.