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Have you ever noticed when you go out walking in the sunshine on
a beach or other public area, you see all of the older generation
wearing big hats, and wraps around their bathing suits? Most young
people are running up and down the beach in skimpy swimsuits with no
protective glasses, hats, or sunscreen.
The trouble with most of us when we are young is we think we are
invincible. We don’t worry about things that “could be” 40 years
down the road. We don’t think of the effects of years of sun beating
down on our bodies. As time goes by, we realize the error of our
ways as we struggle to find methods that will bring back our
youthful, healthy appearance. By 60 years old we produce less than
70% of the normal levels of collagen.
Collagen is the most common and plentiful protein found in the
body. Its job is to provide support for your whole system, not just
your skin. It helps with bone, tendons, and muscles as well.
Collagen forms the major portion of the dermis, the second layer
of the skin. The first layer of the skin, which is what you see, is
the epidermis. Collagen supports the epidermis and keeps the skin
looking young. When collagen reduces as we age, wrinkles result.
Thankfully, there is a non-surgical form of skin rejuvenation known
as collagen injections. Make sure the procedure is done well or you
can end up with a bloated or distorted face.
There are 28 types of collagen creams and supplements available.
Collagen supplements are less intrusive and can assist with anti
wrinkling of our skin as well as helping our joints. There are two
commonly known sources of collagen being used in these supplements
today - bovine and marine. Marine is 60% purer than bovine but is a
lot more expensive as well.
If you are looking for a cream that will help with both your
wrinkles and your joints, you need to find one that has a type 2 for
joints and types 3 and 7 to help your wrinkles. Many people like the
creams due to the ease of use. Simply apply the cream and rub it
into the skin to restore collagen levels. Another option is liquid
collagen supplements, which are designed to reduce the negative
effects caused by collagen breakdown.
After you reach the age of 25, your body will start to slow down
its production of collagen. If you learn to take care of your skin
with collagen supplements, you can drastically delay the process of
visible aging and give your skin the support it needs.
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