Focus on the extraordinary powers of plant-based collagen
One of the key active ingredients in our new release, the ultra-hydrating floral jelly, is vegan collagen. This is the first time we have worked with this ingredient, which we have been studying for years in R&D (research and development).
Indeed, the decrease in collagen production that occurs with age is partly responsible for the fine lines and wrinkles that appear on our faces. Providing so-called "collagen-boosting" active ingredients therefore seems essential to fight against skin aging.
But finding THE right collagen, effective and developed according to our values (natural, vegan, and ecological), took us time before we uncovered the rare gem. It is now a done deal!
We are unveiling all the secrets of the extraordinary powers of this plant-based cosmetic ingredient.
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Why do we talk about collagen in cosmetics?
Collagen is an essential structural protein that makes up nearly 80% of the dermis and acts as a true scaffolding for the skin, providing firmness, elasticity, and resistance. In childhood and adolescence, collagen production is optimal and the skin appears plump, supple, and smooth. It is thanks to it that those chubby, bouncy baby cheeks make us melt!
Starting at age 25, this production gradually slows down and, every year, the skin loses collagen and its ability to produce it. With menopause, hormonal decline accentuates this phenomenon; the skin becomes thinner, drier, and wrinkles become more pronounced. Sun exposure, tobacco, stress, or an unbalanced lifestyle can also accelerate this natural process. This inevitable decline makes collagen a priority target in anti-aging cosmetics, since it is essential to stimulate, protect, and compensate for this loss to preserve youthful skin.
Plant collagen versus animal collagen:
Traditionally, the collagen used in cosmetics comes mostly from animal sources such as hides, cartilage, or fish.
At La Canopée, a 100% vegan brand, it was obvious that animal sources were to be avoided. Especially since this meets the expectations of consumers, who are turning toward vegan, sustainable, and highly effective active ingredients.
Plant collagen is not collagen in the strict sense, but a complex of amino acids derived from plant sources, which reproduces the profile of the building blocks of human collagen. That is where the key to the efficacy of vegan collagen lies!
These amino acids have the ability to hydrate intensely thanks to their high hygroscopic power, to improve the firmness and elasticity of the skin by supporting the extracellular matrix, and to offer a clean alternative that respects the most demanding standards and is perfectly compatible with natural and vegan formulas.
They act by energizing the production of collagen in our skin, whereas animal collagen has, due to its large size, an efficacy near zero since it cannot cross the epidermal barrier.
The peerless efficacy of our vegan collagen:
Clinical studies demonstrate that a concentration of 1% plant collagen is enough to obtain visible and measurable results.
After twenty days of twice-daily application, skin elasticity increases by nearly 25%, while transepidermal water loss is reduced by almost 19%, a sign of a strengthened skin barrier and lasting hydration.
Volunteers who participated in the tests also report softer, smoother, and more comfortable skin, with no sensation of tightness or sticky effect.
Collagen is composed of repeated sequences of amino acids, mainly glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline. Plant collagen recreates this profile by providing the skin with essential building blocks that it recognizes and knows how to use to support its own synthesis. This biomimetic action improves dermal cohesion, helps existing fibers remain stable and functional, and allows for global anti-aging action combining firmness, hydration, and sensory comfort—everything we look for in natural beauty.
While clinical tests have shown significant efficacy starting at 1%, La Canopée's ultra-hydrating floral jelly is dosed at 2% plant collagen. This choice reflects once again our desire to offer a highly concentrated treatment, both preventative and corrective, that amplifies the benefits for elasticity and hydration while perfectly integrating into a daily routine thanks to its fresh and sensory texture.
An essential part of your hydrating and anti-aging routine:
Plant collagen therefore represents not only an environmentally and ethically respectful alternative; it constitutes a true anti-aging booster whose efficacy has been scientifically proven.
By incorporating a high concentration into the ultra-hydrating floral jelly, La Canopée provides the skin with a precious resource to naturally fight against the signs of aging, while respecting our values of naturalness, sustainability, and efficacy.
In short, collagen, a protein essential for skin firmness and elasticity, naturally decreases with age, leading to wrinkles and loss of tone. Traditionally of animal origin, it now finds a respectful alternative with plant collagen, a complex of amino acids derived from natural sources that stimulates the production of collagen in the skin.
Clinical studies prove its efficacy: starting at 1% concentration, it improves elasticity (+25%), reduces water loss (−19%), and makes the skin softer and more comfortable. Unlike animal collagen, which is ineffective because it is too large to penetrate the epidermis, plant collagen acts in depth thanks to its biomimetic profile.
With the ultra-hydrating floral jelly dosed at 2% plant collagen, La Canopée offers a high-performance, natural, and vegan treatment that combines hydration, firmness, and anti-aging action, all while respecting our ethical and ecological values.
Our plant-based collagen product
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Juliette Munoz,
Co-founder, in charge of communications at La Canopée.
✔️ Master's degree in design and environments.
✔️ Certified in aromatherapy.
✔️ Trained in facialist massage and face yoga.
Passionate about skin biology, botany, and holistic beauty, Juliette co-founded La Canopée in 2017 alongside her sister Cécile, an expert in green chemistry. Driven by a commitment to her customers, Juliette relentlessly pursues excellence in all aspects of La Canopée, aiming to provide the best possible experience with the brand.
