In essence, collagen is a structural, fibrous protein that’s found in various parts of the body, most notably in connective tissues. Working in tandem with elastin, another fibrous protein, collagen is vital to your skin’s structural network. It’s one of the main components that promotes and maintains dermal elasticity and skin cell renewal, especially when […]
Oxidative stress is a chemical reaction that happens when there’s an imbalance of antioxidants and free radicals in the body. This imbalance upsets the body’s defense mechanism and the outcome of this reaction commonly results in collagen fiber breakdown, dermal inflammation, impaired skin cell function, DNA damage and an increased risk of dermal conditions, from
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It’s no secret that, despite supplying you with vitamin D, exposing your skin to sunlight for lengthy periods of time without taking any protective measures isn’t an advisable thing to do. It might surprise you to know that UV rays are, in actuality, accountable for a whopping 90% of visible dermal aging signs. This is
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The process of dermal aging is a lengthy and complex one with many factors contributing to the overall result. Here, we’ll try and break down this process as well as showing you how to combat it. When it comes to dermal aging, collagen and elastin are two major components that alter the appearance of our
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Also known as groundcherries, golden berries, the Inca berry or Cape gooseberry, the flowering plant we have come to know as physalis is not only distinguishable by its tangy-tasting fruit but also its appearance, which has been likened to that of a paper lantern. Despite being a relative of the nightshade family, the fruit of
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Aside from being a refreshing summer fruit, watermelon is actually a great anti-aging treat. One of the primary reasons why watermelon is so desirable in the skincare industry is that, aside from being incredibly hydrating at approximately 90% water, it also provides an ample amount of antioxidants and vitamins which are what gives it its
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Though broccoli might not be the first vegetable to spring to mind when thinking about anti-aging ingredients, it’s actually a surprising natural hero. With a comedogenic rating of just 1, broccoli seed oil is non-greasy and sinks into the skin fairly rapidly, making it suitable for all skin types. It’s a great source of vitamins
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Also known as cherimoya, sweetsop or sugar apple, custard apples are defined by their creamy texture and a taste likened to that of custard when ripe. Discovered growing in Indonesia as far back as 1000 C.E., these strange-looking fruits are a great source of vitamins and minerals from vitamins B6 and C to niacin, calcium,
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Despite being warned against picking them by our favorite Disney bear, prickly pears are actually pretty valuable anti-aging assets, as long as you don’t reach for them with an ungloved hand. Also known as ‘opuntia’, prickly pear is a genus belonging to the cactus family. ‘Opuntia’ is derived from Opus, the Ancient Greek city where
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Walnuts; they’re tasty, filling and highly nutritious for both skin and body. Plentiful in omega-3 essential fatty acid ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), walnuts are also rich in manganese, vitamin E and copper, all of which are vital to maintaining healthy, youthful skin. A good tip to remember is always eat them with their skins on, as
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