Collagen
is a natural protein found throughout the human body. Why is it important?
Because it supports the connective tissue under your skin to keep it looking
young and bouncy. While the body is constantly creating new collagen to repair
what’s been damaged; its production and quality naturally begin to taper off
around mid-thirties resulting in collagen that is not as good as in the years
past. If you aspire to age gracefully and keep your skin looking young and plump
then a good skin care regimen is what you need to embrace. Let’s get to the
bottom of what’s of utmost importance for restoring, regenerating and repairing
damaged collagen:
Sleep
In a
world of instant gratification, good quality sleep is often overlooked and
compromised too. But good skin demands beauty sleep every night for the long
term benefits as there is a direct link between good sleep and collagen
production.
Face massage
Gentle
massages along your contour lines, preferably using a collagen cream can do
wonders to your skin.
Weightlifting and HIIT
Regular
exercising kicks your skincare routine into high gear by boosting bone
collagen. High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) increases strength and also
stimulates Human Growth Hormone (HGH) that aids collagen synthesis.
Right diet
You are what you eat – rightly said. There is no dearth of collagen boosting promises in the beauty world, but this one needs to be worked from inside to the outside. Foods that scavenge on free radicals and calm inflammation can help boost collagen levels. Bone broth for example is a great bioavailable collagen source apart from berries, almonds, kiwi, carrots and dark green vegetables.
Avoid sugar and quit smoking
Cutting
back on refined sugar can keep your collagen levels up. Also, smoking is known
to deteriorate collagen level – so keep the cigarettes away.
Hello Hydration
Water,
water everywhere and you should drink it too!
@indya
