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Collagen is one of the most abundant proteins in our bodies. It is our body’s natural way of keeping our skin smooth and youthful.
While your body produces significant collagen stores when you are young, that production decreases as you age. Fortunately, there are many ways that we can increase our collagen production naturally.
By following these tips, you can help keep your skin hydrated, healthy, youthful, and strong.
1. Eat Foods Rich in Collagen
Collagen is not only found in our bodies but in many of the foods we eat. Some of our everyday foods contain high amounts of collagen that can help increase our body’s supply. Adding these foods to your diet is a quick and easy way to increase your body’s collagen.
Foods high in collagen include:
- Fish
- Garlic
- Citrus fruits
- Berries
- Egg whites
- Cilantro
- Chicken
In addition to foods that are high in collagen, it is important to stay away from foods that can harm your skin. These foods are often high in saturated fats, such as french fries, pepperoni, sausage, butter, and ice cream.
While these foods are often okay in moderation, it is important to be aware of the long-lasting effects these foods have on your body and skin.
2. Facial Massage
You do not need to spend a significant amount of money on professional massages to reap the benefits. Massaging your face at home with clean hands or a jade roller can help stimulate blood circulation in your face, increasing your collagen production. By massaging your face at home daily, you can help increase your body’s collagen on a budget. In addition to an increase in collagen production, facial massage is believed to reduce puffiness and create a brighter complexion.
3. Professional Facial Treatments
While there are many ways to increase your body’s collagen production naturally, you may find that your results are not what you were looking for. Facial treatments can help improve your complexion while increasing your collagen production. Micropeel Plus, for example, helps reduce the appearance of pores, acne, and sebum production while aiding in collagen synthesis.
Additionally, microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy (CIT), helps restore youthfulness by improving scars and wrinkles. During this treatment, a specialized device creates thousands of micro-channels and holes in your skin that stimulate natural healing and collagen production.
The stimulation of collagen helps keep your skin smooth and bright long after your facial peel treatments.
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If you are interested in learning more about how facial peel treatments can help increase your body’s collagen production, call our office at 480-833-5200 or fill our online contact form.