Skin strength & Suppleness

The strength and suppleness of your skin is dependent on two things that are based in the Dermis - Collagen & Elastin. Together, collagen and elastin make up about 70% of the dermal layer. Collagen Collagen the most abundant tissue in the body and is a fibrous protein that gives the skin form and strength. Collagen makes up 3/4 of the skin's dry weight so keeping it healthy is vital to having good skin. If you look at Collagen as the glue of the skin that holds together all the various structures of the skin and gives it it's plumpness and firmness. Tip to help keep your collagen fibers healthy: *Keep your skin moisture - by means of the correct skin care as well as the correct water intake *Keep sun exposer to a minimal *Weight fluctuation to a minimal as the skin loses its tone and suppleness. * Stress management *Vitamin C is essential for the formation of collagen. (Recommended allowances is 1000mg per day)- help to strengthen the body's ability to manufacture collagen *Soy products such as soymik and cheese contain an element known as genistein - this helping to block enzymes that tend to break down and age the skin. *Dark green vegetables - They are packed with an antioxidant called lutein.(10mg a day in order to see results , so about 114g of spinach or cabbage) * Beans help your body produce a vital anti-aging substance called hyaluronic acid. Aim for at least 2 tablespoons of beans each day * Red fruits and vegetables also are excellent sources to up the collagen content of foods in the diet. The presence of lycopenesl in these types of foods helps to act as antioxidants, which in turn increases collagen production. * Omega Acids also help to create an ideal environment for collagen production, fish and nuts. * Flaxseed is a major sources of the healthy fat omega-3 - this helps to plump up the skin. The lack of collagen results in wrinkles and sagging. As well as thinking of the skin. Elastin Is like an elastic band - after you have used it , the spring and tightness lessens.It helps to keep skin flexible but tight, providing a bounce-back reaction if skin is pulled.Elastin tends to deplete as people age, resulting in wrinkled or stretched out skin. Elastin constitutes about 25 percent of the total protein count in your body. Here are a few methods you can apply to help replace the elastic in your skin: * Vitamin C is needed in the production of elastin.(Recommended allowances is 1000mg per day) * Eat foods high in protein. The elastin in your skin as well as your muscles is made up of proteins. Include two to three servings daily of healthy foods high in protein. *Apply sunscreen, and keep sun exposer to minimal * Conclusion: As you can see that a healthy skin is not only what you put on the skin but what you put into your body as well. In house treatments that can help with improving Skin strength and suppleness : * Caci non surgical face lift * MDA * Skin peels Consult with your Somatologist about treatments and products.