Let's Talk About Collagen
The latest fad that has taken the beauty and skincare world by storm is collagen in its many forms, which helps people attain that youthful and bright glow. You may think collagen is only offered by certain brands, but it can actually be found in many places, and could benefit you in helping your overall health and beauty rejuvenation.
Benefits of collagen
According to The New York Times, collagen can help improve skin elasticity and reduce visible signs of aging by reducing hard wrinkles and roughness in the face. By adding collagen into your diet, you will promote hydration and firmness in the skin as well. Collagen can also help decrease other effects of aging by improving joint health, including the maintenance of back and knee pain. Other studies suggest that collagen can also promote heart and brain health; some people have reported experiencing a reduction of anxiety and mood stability while others reported weight loss following the introduction of collagen supplements, although there are fewer studies supporting the latter.
How to add collagen into your daily routine
There are several ways to consume and kick-start collagen production in your body. Powders are super easy and fun to incorporate into your daily routine by mixing it in your morning coffee or post-workout drink. You can also find collagen creams and serums, but these may not seep deep enough into your skin to achieve a noticeable result.
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A less expensive and more attainable way to boost collagen production is through eating more foods that produce this anti-aging protein in the body. These foods include: fish, chicken, eggs, vegetables (red peppers, tomatoes, dark leafy greens), and berries according to Good Housekeeping.
Combat the loss of collagen in your body
According to L’oréal Paris, loss of collagen in the body occurs gradually throughout your life and typically peaks during menopause, but there are ways to combat this loss before it happens. Protecting your skin from sun exposure is the number one way to combat anti-aging, so make sure you are wearing a strong SPF every day. Aside from proactive protection, some professional facial treatments can stimulate collagen production and prevent the loss of the protein in your body. These treatments include micro-needling, radiofrequency, and even a bee venom facial (sounds scary, but it has its benefits!) The easiest way, however, is to make sure you add SPF into your every-day skincare routine and keep reapplying!
After introducing collagen in its various forms, it can take a few weeks to take shape in your body and see noticeable results in your hair and face. Don’t fret if you don’t see any changes at all though, since collagen is naturally produced in your body, and sometimes you don’t need any extra help promoting skin elasticity or bone health. However, adding this protein is a great way to maintain your complexion and overall health, and it may be as easy as adding collagen powder to your morning coffee!