Collagen keeps skin firm and plump but over time collagen levels can deplete, leading to thinner skin and leaving you more prone to fine lines and wrinkles.
Read on to discover collagens role in the body, what collagen does for skin and how to restore collagen loss with our all-in-one guide to collagen.
WHAT IS COLLAGEN
Collagen is a protein made up of amino-acids. Collagen helps to give strength to various structures of the body and also protects the skin by preventing absorption and spreading of pathogenic substances, environmental toxins and micro – organisms.
Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body and is made up of amino-acids. It is found in connective tissues, such as cartilage, tendons and fat. It is also found in skin, bones, organs, and eyeballs as well as hair and nails. Collagen in joints is what helps us move smoothly without feeling bones grate against each other.
WHAT DOES COLLAGEN DO FOR THE SKIN?
Collagen essentially acts as the support structure for the skin. It’s what keeps skin firm and plump, and gives skin the ability to retain moisture. As you age your body stops producing as much collagen which eventually leads to a loss of volume and firmness. Skin that was once plump and firm can look dry, dull and papery. Collagen loss can also be accelerated by smoking, the sun, pollution, and a poor diet.
HOW TO RESTORE COLLAGEN IN THE FACE
For those that are experiencing collagen loss, there are some daily habits you can employ to restore collagen in the face.
- Diet: To help restore collagen in the face and body, you should eat foods that are rich in protein and vitamin C. You should also avoid too much sugar as it can lead to the breakdown of valuable collagen and elastin, leaving you more prone to wrinkles and fine lines.
- Facial Massage: Massaging the face can help to stimulate collagen production and strengthen the facial muscles. When the facial muscles are toned, the face better retains skin tightness, while stimulating circulation may promote improved cell turnover.
- Stay Hydrated: Keeping hydrated and focusing on skin hydration helps to provide a barrier for moisture loss. Collagen is able to bind to water and can condition the skin to help maintain moisture levels
- Don’t Smoke: Smoking limits the blood supply to the face which keeps skin looking supple, inhibiting the production of collagen and causing skin ageing.
- A Collagen Boosting Skincare Routine: Applying topical skincare ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, vitamin C and of course, collagen can help restore collagen loss in the skin. Hyaluronic acid binds water to collagen, improving elasticity while vitamin C can accelerate the production of collagen and elastin. Topically applied collagen works by promoting collagen synthesis in the skin.
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