5 Cheap Natural Collagen Products Dermatologists Swear By For Women Over 30
March 22, 2018 by Lisa Cupido
A loss of collagen in the skin as we age is one of the main culprits behind fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin. It’s also one of the more difficult skin issues to tackle. Because our bodies make collagen and collagen production slows down with age, the challenge we have is to stimulate collagen growth — without falling for clever marketing tactics that make us believe all pricey collagen creams and supplements are going to do the trick.
Most experts are still on the fence about collagen supplements and shakes. Though most aren’t going to harm you, they just might not make a huge difference in your skin. But, when it comes to the ingredients in creams, lotions, and serums that actually can help boost collagen, a few have risen to near superstar status.
“Use sunscreens to block or reduce skin exposure to UV radiation, retinoids in order to inhibit collagenase synthesis [collagenase is the enzyme that breaks down collagen] and to promote collagen production, and anti-oxidants to reduce and neutralize free radicals,” Dr. Dara Liotta, a double board-certified cosmetic and reconstructive facial surgeon in New York City told HarpersBAZAAR.com. “Use antioxidants, such as vitamins C, B3, and E, polyphenols, and flavonoids, to reduce collagen degradation by reducing the concentration of free radicals in the tissues. Then, use cell regulators, such as retinols, peptides and growth factors, to act directly on the collagen metabolism and stimulate the production of collagen and elastic fibers.”
Here are five cheap and natural collagen products that really can make a difference in your skin: