30 Jun How to Avoid Collagen Loss and Boost Collagen for Younger Looking Skin
Collagen is a protein produced naturally in our bodies and can also be taken as a supplement. Collagen maintains the elasticity of our skin and connective tissue (e.g., cartilage, tendons) and the health of bones. The visible effects of collagen loss include crepey skin, sagging skin, skin folds, and a deepening of wrinkles. The physical effects of a lack of collagen can include joint and tendon problems, stiffness, and reduced flexibility. A 2018 study found that collagen supplements may help people with osteoporosis.
Source: “What is Collagen and What is it Good For?”, Healthline.
Here are some easy-to-follow steps you can take to diminish collagen loss and boost collagen production so your skin remains younger looking for a longer.
How to Avoid Collagen Loss
Some collagen loss is inevitable as we age but can be greatly diminished by avoiding the sun’s harmful UV rays, eating protein rich foods, and avoiding smoking.
Use Sunscreen
Although we know that we should wear sunscreen to avoid skin cancer, sunscreen can also guard against collagen breakdown, which is made worse by prolonged exposure to the sun. Use sunscreen (at least SPF 30) even on cloudy days. Read more in “Anti-aging and Sunscreens” at National Library of Medicine.
Consume Enough Protein
Foods such as lean meats, fish, eggs, and plant-based proteins such as beans, tofu and quinoa are excellent sources of protein that are known to support collagen production.
Source: “Collagen”, Harvard School of Public Health.
If You Smoke, Stop
Smoking accelerates collagen loss and leads to premature signs of aging (such as wrinkles and crepey skin). If you smoke, talk to your healthcare provider about quitting.
Source: “Smoking affects collagen synthesis and extracellular matrix turnover in human skin”, PubMed
Supplements that Maintain and Boost Collagen
Supplements such as collagen peptides, hyaluronic acid (HA) and vitamin C are thought to support collagen production.
Source: “Collagen”, Harvard School of Public Health.
Aesthetic Treatments
Microneedling and laser skin treatments stimulate collagen production. Treatments encourage collagen remodeling, improving skin’s texture, tone and elasticity.
Read more about Microneedling at Healthline.
Read more about laser skin resurfacing at Mayo Clinic.
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