Skin Care
13 Collagen-Boosting Products That Will Take Years Off Your SkinTurn the clock back on your complexion with these 14 age-reversing collagen creams |
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"Collagen is a structural protein that is found throughout the body," explains Dr. Sejal Shah of SmarterSkin Dermatology."It provides structure, strength, firmness, suppleness and elasticity, as well as playing a role in repair and restoration." Since collagen declines with age and exposure to external factors (think: UV rays, free radicals, high glycemic diets and smoking) your skin can use any help it can get in the collagen department.
So, all we need is a good collagen cream, right? According to Shah, it's not that simple: "Collagen molecules are too large to penetrate the skin, so rather than looking for collagen-containing topical products, I advise looking for ingredients that boost collagen synthesis." Look for labels containing retinoids, vitamin C, peptides and/or growth factors and you'll be well on your way to the supple, younger-looking skin of your dreams.
To help you achieve that complexion, read on for 13 of the best collagen-boosting skin care products.
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