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Make Aging Skin Tougher - Collagen and Elastin are Key

By Lauren Hobbes
Jan 21, 2009
Why on earth would you want to make aging skin tougher? Because, the collagen and elastin that are present in ample quantities in younger skin are responsible for a stronger, tougher, and more resilient skin at a cellular level, which means less visible wrinkles and sagging. As we begin to age, these two important proteins; collagen and elastin, begin to diminish. You'll want to learn how to regenerate them naturally, so you can prevent those dreaded age spots, wrinkles, and sagging.

The first thing to learn and understand is that applying collagen as a topical ingredient in products is pretty much useless. It might provide some moisturizing benefits, but it does nothing for stopping the aging process of cells. You need to get your body to make new collagen and elastin. Unfortunately, as we age, our bodies make less and less of it. But thanks to science, some ingredients have been found that are clinically proven to stimulate new growth! This is wonderful, because you can actually reverse the signs of aging.

You need to be selective and do your research to locate the best ingredients. Some of the most recent advances in this area have been made in New Zealand, with ingredients that have been proven in clinical studies to get real results. By using the right ingredients, you will begin to notice visible results in just a few months or so.

Some of the things to look for when you are shopping are powerful antioxidants and moisturizers like Cynergy TK, Phytessence Wakame, avocado oil, Babassu wax, shea butter, macadamia oil, Active Manuka honey, and Coenzyme Q10. Also look for exfoliators such as alpha hydroxy acid, beta hydroxy acid. Cynergy TK in particular has been proven to stimulate regeneration of new collagen and elastin. These ingredients work together to battle some of the common signs of aging like wrinkles, sagging, age spots, and overall tone and texture.

Several of these powerful natural substances are only found in some of the more cutting edge products by companies that are working on the forefront of research and technology. I don't know about you, but I prefer using products that are clinically proven with visible results. I don't know how much money I have wasted over the years using products that were completely ineffective, and many of these were top shelf expensive items! Don't be fooled by advertising claims, spend a little time educating yourself so you understand what to look for.

Now that you understand more of the science behind how to make skin tougher and bring back the resilient qualities of youth, you will be on your way to a better complexion simply by selecting the right products, with the best natural ingredients available today.
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