The Usefullness Of Collagen

Collagen cream and other collagen products can be quite useful in maintaining a younger-looking appearance as we get older; by age 40, most of us have lost 30% of our natural collagen. Such products can help us to maintain, replace and compensate for this loss.

The Nature of Collagen
Collagen is a natural form of protein that is quite abundant in all mammals, including humans. It is found throughout our bodies; it’s elastic, fibrous structure makes it vital to the proper functioning of connective tissues such as cartilage and ligaments, and it is even present in the bones and teeth.

Without it, our joints become stiff and painful, and our skin begins to sag and we develop wrinkles. Collagen products can help in delaying these visible signs of aging.

Collagen
This term is actually a bit of a misnomer; these molecules are relatively large and complex, and therefore are difficult to absorb through the skin by topical application. It is most effective to take collagen products orally. Capsules release this substance into the bloodstream, where it is able to travel to all parts of the body.
That said, most products that are thought of as “collagen cream” does not actually contain this substance in its original form; rather, it is a scientifically formulated lotion/emollient with ingredients that stimulate the body’s own natural production.