Collagen the Anti Aging Booster

The truth is we all want young looking skin, but as we get older the collagen that used to be a Type 3 is now a Type 1! Yes collagen is essential because it gives structure to our cells. It works hand in hand with elastin in supporting the bodys tissues. This provides firmness in our tissues, it is collagen that gives it form while the elastin gives it flexibility. As we age the skin losses elasticity and its capacity to retain moisture. Truth be told, our body produces less of it causing our skin to lose its fullness and so wrinkles form. Free radicals, the sun, pollution are responsible for the breakdown of collagen.We all want to look younger and with so many breakthroughs in the skin care world, collagen is something we all should know more about.

Collagen is the most important and abundant protein formed by a number of amino acids. Its main function is to sustain hydration in the skin. Collagen grows naturally in the body, but starts to decrease in adults, beginning at age thirty. At fifty, the human body produces only 35% of the collagen necessary for sustaining the skin and other organs. There are many types of collagen found throughout the body…such as in the connective tissues, cartilages, organs (including the liver, kidneys, and spleen). It’s also in the neural system, the eyes and in the muscles and skeletal cells. And it is great for wrinkles that come with age.

In Anti Aging Skincare

Tighter Skin

The skin starts to sag when collagen in our system becomes depleted. This happens as the skin has little support structure internally and therefore it looses its firmness.

Less Cellulite

Cellulite is the name for collections of fat formed under a person’s skin. With time, as we age the support structure of our tissues becomes weakened.

Fewer Stretch Marks

When there is a healthy collagen support the skin is more resilient to weight gain.

Type 1

The most abundant collagen in the body. This type is found in the tendons, skin and tissues. It can also be found in scar tissue.

Type II, IX, X, XI

These types are found in the cartilage.

Type III

This is most common in children and tissue that grows rapidly, like at the beginning when a wound starts to heal. The abundance of the type III collagen is partly responsible for the softnessa babys skin. Later on in life this type turns into Type I collagen.

When the body is deprived of Vitamin C, collagen production breaks down. In an easy way to understand, collagen is the glue that holds the body together and is responsible for skin's elasticity. It is Vitamins C's job to interact with amino acids within collagen cells for it adds hydrogen and oxygen to those amino acids, so that they may do their part in collagen production.

In the scientific world, the water-soluble vitamin C is known as ascorbic acid (meaning "without scurvy," the disease caused by a vitamin C deficiency).

Topical Vitamin C, whose capacity to stimulate both type I and III collagen has been shown in a number of studies

For Younger Looking Skin

There are so many different collagen treatments on the market, and out of this collagen injection is probably the most talked about treatment in the media. It is because it is associated with actors and models.Designed for the treatment of wrinkles and minor skin depressions Injectable collagen is an easy way to go. With an average cost of $350 per treatment ,it is a very costly method of providing collagen to the skin. Collagen injections often produce an immediate results, but it does cause pain and swelling. And the results of this treatment only lasts for a short time, therefore more money and more pain to come.

Stimulate New Cells To Be Made

Retinol- has been praised for its ability to produce collagen that is lost from the sun. When it comes to collagen production, retonoids are time tested and over and over have proved that it help stimulate collagen production.

Decleor

Expression De L'Age Radiance Smoothing Cream

Description: A skincare product that is Light textured cream smoothes and helps prevent the appearance of fine line and wrinkles, while boosting the skin's radiance.Helps in the production of collagen.

Hibiscus Extract targets micro-tensions on the face and Bio-Retinol ap2™, the hottest anti-ageing ingredient around, smoothes fine lines and expression lines and also helps limit their appearance. A selection of plant active ingredients combined with a unique cocktail of Essential Oils acts on hydration, imperfections, environmental stress and pollution makes this a great skincare moisturizer. 

Recommended skincare Use: Apply to perfectly clean face and neck in the morning.

L'oreal Collagen Remodeler Day

A Daily Contouring Moisturizer for face and neck, this day cream features the breakthrough ingredient Pro-Collagen. Used regularly, this innovative formula works to recharge skin. It restores lost volume while boosting skin and its underlying support structure.  It boasts of reducing the visible signs of aging.  Smoother, more defined facial features and a more youthful appearance every day. Collagen Remodeler Day is non-greasy, non-comedogenic and dermatologist tested for gentleness, making it an ideal choice for all skin types.

Ole Henriksen

Good for all skin types/anti aging

A high-potency vitamin C complex that prevents and corrects signs of aging while promoting brightness. This serum is powered vitamin C complex which will help smooth out lines and wrinkles. It also helps with the  prevention of any further damage. It is loaded with antioxidants to fight off free radicals and has moisture binding ingredients to keep your skin nourished and protected. Serums are absorbed instantly and penetrates to the deeper layers of the skin to provide long term results. All skin types will benefit from the calming properties of this oil-free serum.