Collagen is an important protein which is part of the connective tissue and is the cement that holds everything together-the primary mortar between the bricks of all of our smooth muscle tissues such as blood vessels, digestive tract, heart, gallbladder, kidneys and bladder, to mention just a few.
Collagen, along with elastin, is a key structural component of bones, cartilage, tendons, the skin, lung tissue and blood vessels. Collagen provides structure and firmness to body tissues, while elastin provides flexibility to those same tissues.
The main structural component of the lower layer of the skin (Dermis) is a protein called collagen. Bundles of collagen molecules pack together throughout the dermis, accounting for three-fourths of the dry weight of skin.
Collagen is also responsible for the skin´s strength. Collagen is produced by cells called fibroblasts, which are found scattered throughout the dermis.
Using face creams with Collagen will increase moisture contents of the skin and will stimulate skin cells to produce collagen and can partly reverse aging process. Stimulating collagen synthesis in aged skin was shown to reduce wrinkles and improve skin texture.
- Skin Lifting - Skin recovers elasticity. Collagen penetrates cells and increases the strength and tone of loose or aged skin tissue. Collagen potentizes the skin for deeper penetration. Collagen also nourishes and fortifies the skin and activates the body’s own collagen generation.
- Prevention and Improvement of Fine Lines and Wrinkles - Cell aging is delayed by collagen. These ingredients smooth and fill fine wrinkles in the epidermis, and promote cell regeneration in the basal layer of the skin. Wrinkling of the neck and around the eyes will appear to be reduced as the improvement to the epidermis lifts and conceals deeper creases in the dermal layer.
- Pore Minimizing - Collagen increase the hydration of the skin surface, absorb excessive sebum, and weaken the sebaceous glands. Collagen work to regulate sebum secretion, activate the regeneration of cells close to the broadening pore, and gradually, minimize the pore.
- Diminishing of Acne Scars - Collagen promotes tissue regeneration in areas of the skin affected by scarring and acne. One of collagen’s functions is to create a matrix that holds the dermal cells intact and helps them migrate up to the surface layer of the skin. When new cells move upward, deep pockets in the skin tissue are filled, and the appearance of depressed scars is diminished. Collagen will also help to augment the integrity of the dermal cells by combining with the connective tissue in the skin to improve elasticity and organization. The movement and processes of healthy new skin cells are possible through this collagen reaction.
