The skin consists of approximately 70% collagen . Collagen is a fibrous protein and is responsible for maintaining the strength and elasticity of the skin. As we age, collagen production in the body decreases, and already at the age of 25 the body's own production of collagen begins to decrease, at the age of 40 the body's ability to produce collagen has decreased by approximately 25%, and at the age of 60 the body's own production of collagen has decreased by as much as 50%.

How do you notice on your skin that collagen production is decreasing?

You will notice it in your skin which becomes looser, you get more wrinkles and the skin becomes less elastic. Increased levels of collagen in the body, on the other hand, can make the skin firmer, increase the skin's elasticity, and help the skin cells renew and repair themselves normally.

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What factors affect the amount of collagen in our skin?

The quality of the skin is affected by both internal and external factors such as the environment, hormones, ageing, and what you eat, as well as your lifestyle. UV radiation and smoking drastically affect the breakdown of collagen in the body, and greatly contribute to reduced elasticity in the skin and more wrinkles.

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Which collagen supplement is best?

Collagen in the form of a dietary supplement can stimulate the skin's metabolism and counteract the loss of collagen in the body, which contributes to increased elasticity and fewer wrinkles. Celloptimum offers collagen complexes for different needs as the skin is also affected by how you sleep, your intestinal health, your immune system, etc.

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