Collagen keeps our skin taut and perky, but it loses strength and density as we age. No research has proven the consumption or application of collagen helps give you supple skin. So, how do we improve our collagen production and level to maintain a youthful appearance?
Collagen is one of the most essential components of our skin and soft tissue, and is vital for maintaining firm, toned, and youthful skin. It is a structural protein that forms the connective tissue throughout our body, including the skin, bones, tendons, and other connective tissues.
Collagen acts as the glue that holds our skin and soft tissues together. As we age, both the quantity and quality of collagen change, resulting in a decrease in collagen density and elasticity. This loss leads to skin that becomes less elastic and more fragile. The skin begins to lose its volume due to both aging and the effects of gravity. The reduction in collagen density directly and indirectly impacts not only our skin but also our bones and muscles.
With age, our ability to renew and repair tissue diminishes, and collagen production becomes inefficient. Over time, this results in more degenerative changes, leading to lower quality and density of collagen and connective tissues. Unfortunately, our bodies and skin do not possess the capability to repair themselves effectively. As a result, aging and degenerative changes only worsen with time. The body produces less collagen, contributing to deep skin aging, thinner skin, and decreased levels of oil and hyaluronic acid, all of which lead to wrinkles and sagging.
So, how can we restore our collagen levels to a healthy state?
The renewal of skin requires stimulation from external factors, such as medical treatments, irritations, injuries, or mechanical stimulation. To initiate a renewal process, something must be applied or done to the skin.
What are the medically proven treatments available to help increase collagen levels and improve collagen quality? Tune in to the podcast for answers.
