Collagen, which is the most plentiful protein in the human body provides structure, strength, and support.
As we age the Collagen protein is much less abundant as it breaks down. The decrease begins around 30 years of age and gets more difficult for your body to produce more.
The effects of age-related collagen loss are obvious. Skin sags and becomes etched with fine lines and wrinkles.
Collagen is produced naturally in the body together with amino acids, the building blocks of proteins found in food.
Your body needs :
PROTEIN found in egg whites, dairy, cabbage, mushrooms and asparagus.
GLYCINE from pork, chicken and gelatin
VITAMIN C abundant in citrus fruits and bell peppers
ZINC found in beets, chickpeas, lentils, beans, milk, cheese, nuts and seeds
COPPER in organ meats, cocoa powder, cashews and sesame seeds.
Exposure to smoking, UV radiation and environmental pollution causes Collagen production to decline. The results are the reason why older skin lacks strength, firmness and elasticity.
Never Skip Applying SPF Every Day!
The sun is extremely damaging, weakening Collagen and Elastin and causing them to break down at a higher rate than normal.
Elastin, along with Collagen, is the structure of the skin that maintains elasticity and firmness.
Along with smoking and sun exposure Sugar is collagen’s worst enemy. After digesting sugar through food and drink your body breaks it down into carbs and glucose. The effects of the inflammation caused by sugar breaks down collagen and elastin.
This is Bad News for the Skin.
Sleep is the best medicine. Poor or too little sleep plays havoc with your skin. When your body is in rest mode it has a chance to replenish itself going into restoration to regenerate new skin cells and repairing damage from daily environmental aggressors.
Call or Visit Kiki Skin & Body Spa to learn more about the treatments and skin care products that will protect the collagen in your skin