Fans of Corrie have been noticing something different about Tracy Barlow lately. She looks brighter, fresher, and more radiant than before. The character, played by Kate Ford, seems to be glowing both on and off screen. Now, Kate has shared what’s behind this change in a simple and honest Instagram video.
Kate Ford Shares What Changed With Her Skin
Kate spoke openly about how her skin has changed as she gets closer to turning 50 this December. She said she has always had fine lines around her eyes, but over the last five years, they have become more visible. Her skin has also started to feel drier and not as tight as before.
She explained that her daily life has played a role in this. She travels a lot on trains, and the air conditioning dries out her skin. She also goes for walks every day, no matter the weather, which can also be harsh on the skin. Add to that the long winter months with central heating, and it all takes a toll.

Kate said she does everything right when it comes to skincare. She cleanses, tones, moisturises, and even gets regular facials. But she admitted that nothing was really working the way she hoped.
Things changed when she spoke to Claire Sweeney on set. Claire suggested trying a collagen supplement, which made Kate curious enough to give it a try.
The New Routine That Made Corrie Actor’s Skin Glow
After doing a bit of research, Kate learned that as we age, our body loses collagen. She explained that creams can only sit on the surface of the skin, so they can only help a little. To really support the skin, collagen needs to be taken from within.

So she started using Elevate Collagen and has been taking it for 28 days. She said, “I’ve really noticed a difference.” Her skin feels more moisturised, looks brighter, and she is not as pale as before. She also shared that the fine lines around her eyes have softened.
Kate mostly uses the chocolate flavour and mixes it with coconut milk every morning. She said it tastes really good and is something she actually enjoys having every day. She also mentioned that it comes in other options like vanilla and an unflavoured version.
After using it for nearly a month, Kate said she feels much better overall. And, we can vouch for it too. So if you have been wondering why Tracy Barlow looks so fresh lately, this could be the simple reason behind it. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for more Corrie spoilers and behind-the-scenes updates.
