Boost your collagen production

How to naturally boost your skin's collagen?

Collagen is the most abundant natural protein in the human body. Known for binding calcium to bones, it also ensures skin elasticity and firmness. While collagen production declines with age, starting at age 25, it's entirely possible to boost it by incorporating simple steps into your daily beauty routine. Details.

Hydration: an essential step for beautiful, youthful skin

Skin hydration is an essential ritual in any beauty routine worthy of the name. It should be carried out every day and promotes the production of collagen, as indicated by the American dermatologist Howard Murad in Cosmopolitan magazine . With this in mind, it is essential to drink plenty of water – 1 to 2 liters per day – and to regularly consume foods rich in water such as cucumbers, tomatoes, watermelons, strawberries, etc. On the other hand, you should not neglect to provide the skin with external hydrating agents such as day and night creams and various other cosmetic products such as serum. In addition, remember to properly protect your skin with suitable sunscreens in case of prolonged exposure to the sun. For several years now, it has been possible to find collagen- based moisturizing and sunscreen products on the market.

Facial massage: a very effective well-being gesture to firm facial skin

Very relaxing, facial massage also has the advantage of stimulating blood circulation in the face as well as the production of collagen in the skin . It therefore helps to strengthen the muscle memory of the face and improve the tone and firmness of the skin. Result? The skin regains a fresh and youthful appearance . For optimal effectiveness, massage your face after cleansing for a few minutes while applying your creams and other treatments.

Also known as facial modeling in cosmetics, facial massage is performed with two fingers on each hand. Very simple, it consists of making small concentric circles with the fingertips from the inside of the face outward. Start at the forehead, then continue to the temples, cheeks, jawline, and cheekbones. Then massage the contours of the lips, moving up from the lower lips to the upper lips. Finally, smooth the sides of the face and neck. Be sure to complete each massage movement thoroughly.

Support collagen production with a healthy lifestyle and a suitable diet

Smoking not only harms collagen production , but also the skin 's elastic fibers. In addition, cigarette smoke reduces blood flow to skin cells. Quitting smoking is therefore a relevant solution for having radiant and healthy skin, not to mention the beneficial effects on the respiratory system. The same goes for the consumption of refined white sugar, which weighs down collagen through glycation, making the skin dull, less supple and drier.

Fortunately, there are a number of foods that support the production of skin collagen. These include foods rich in vitamin C, such as goji berries, kiwis, spinach, broccoli, and citrus fruits of all kinds. Sulfur-rich foods, such as garlic, cabbage, and beans, also contribute significantly to collagen formation and the maintenance of natural skin pigmentation.

Dietary supplementation: a great alternative to boost skin collagen

Supplementation is an approach that can help you properly support the skin's collagen production. At Biocyte, we offer a whole range of dietary supplements for this purpose. Discover, among others, the Collagen Express® supplement to slow down the effects of aging and preserve the firmness of your skin for as long as possible. Intended for people with established wrinkles or simply wishing to prevent the signs of aging, this formula with a delicious peach flavor concentrates 5 grams of collagen. If you prefer products in powder form, opt for the nutritional supplement Collagen Max® . Ultra-concentrated in collagen and hyaluronic acid, this product is to be taken in a glass of water or milk. It is available in two different formulas: one with a delicious cocoa flavor and another with a fruit flavor. We also offer Collagen Express® Gummies , the collagen-based dietary supplement in the form of fruit-flavored candy. It is a very tasty alternative to products in stick and powder form, these candies are real anti-aging treats. In addition to being rich in collagen, they are also enriched with vitamin C.

Sources: LCI Beauté - Cosmopolitan