Collagen originates from the Greek word for glue. Collagen is part of the protein scaffolding that holds the body together. Collagen is found in the skin, muscles and connective tissue, it is the secret to a supple youthful complexion and has many other benefits.
Collagen is essential for keeping our skin supple and resilient. It is found in the dermis and created by fibroblast cells. The bad news is that collagen production slows down as we age and by our mid 40 ‘s levels can plummet by 30%. Say hello to fine lines and wrinkles.
Lifestyle factors like poor diet, smoking and pollution can accelerate the natural ageing process.
What can we do to help?
Religiously applying collagen creams may not benefit your skin in the way we want. This is because collagen molecules in topical products are usually too large to penetrate the skin and they can’t reach the lower dermis where it is needed.
A way we can help our skin is by applying creams that our skin needs to manufacture its own collagen. Vitamin A, C and peptides are all essential in collagen production and once your skin has adapted to vitamin A, using a derma roller will enhance penetration of products.
We can help improve levels from the inside too. There are many foods that help our collagen formation as collagen is made from amino acids found in protein foods. Most of us have enough of this in our diet. We can also add Advance Nutrition Programmes Skin Collagen Support supplements to help boost our collagen production for our skin.
