Studies
on collagen and its effects in anti-aging skin care clearly identifies
this vital protein
component as a critical factor in effective
facial rejuvenation strategies for a variety of reasons.
Collagen, the most abundant protein in the body, acts as the glue that holds the body together.
The term “collagen peptides” refers to collagen that has undergone a process called hydrolysis. This process breaks down the amino acids in collagen into smaller molecules, making it easier for the skin and body to absorb.
As we age, the production of collagen diminishes which leads to the gradual appearance of a host of aging skin issues such as wrinkles, loss of skin tone and firmness.
Research on the collagen protein suggests
that in specific formulations, collagen has a better opportunity to be
"transported" into the skin. It needs the help of "carriers" for the
successful delivery
through the layers of the skin.
Unfortunately, the sad fact is that - to date - no one has yet discovered an efficient mechanism for a simple topical application of the collagen protein that can be readily and effectively absorbed into the skin without the significant assistance of other active ingredients.
Consequently, most collagen research concludes that topical applications simply aren't as effective as injecting collagen directly into the skin.
Thus, the benefits of an anti-aging product containing collagen are limited to supplying the skin with moisture, just like any other moisturizer, rather than actually playing a significant or active role in rejuvenating skin.
Unfortunately, if you aren't a fan of needles, injections, and more invasive procedures there isn't really an over-the-counter product that can effectively introduce the highly coveted, wrinkle vanishing collagen through the layers of your skin.
Many of the active anti-aging ingredients such as copper peptides, hyaluronic acid, alpha lipoic acid, to name just a few, do stimulate collagen production which in turn improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, skin elasticity, and firmness.
Alas, although collagen is one of the most important factors in skin
rejuvenation there is no way to directly "add more"
effectively without a doctor's visit and needles.
However, clinical studies tell us that stimulating collagen
production is easily accomplished, although admittedly
not as
immediately noticeable, by selecting anti-aging skin care ingredients
that effectively accomplish this skin rejuvenating feat over time
without the injections.
Be sure to visit the skin
care shop
to view all anti-aging
skin care treatments grouped in categories for specific aging
skin conditions or by active facial rejuvenation ingredient.