Bounce Back by Targeting Collagen | by Dr . Charlene Dehaven
ture ( made mostly of glycosaminoglycans ) that creates a supportive framework for skin cells , collagen fibers , and elastin fibers .
When collagen is damaged and cleared by collagenase , fibroblasts are activated and begin to make more collagen . New collagen is laid down where the old collagen was destroyed , and the skin regains its youthful support .
Thankfully , certain cosmeceuticals can help to maintain the skin ’ s youthful appearance by slowing the process of glycation and supporting the body ’ s collagen production .
To the Rescue : Cosmeceuticals
One of the best ways to slow the effects of aging is to prevent glycation and support the body ’ s collagen synthesis . Thankfully , certain cosmeceuticals can help to maintain the skin ’ s youthful appearance by slowing the process of glycation and supporting the body ’ s collagen production .
In one experiment to test the effects of cosmeceuticals on collagen synthesis , two small incisions were made on a participant ’ s skin , then sewn closed . Stitches were removed in one week , and Super Serum Advance + was applied to one of these incisions twice per day for three months , then once per day for the next three months . The control
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