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Collagen stimulation is one of the goals of anti-aging treatments of all kinds. There are some good techniques that actually work and, of course, there are some bad ones.
Surprisingly, or maybe not, one of the worst ones is only available through a cosmetic surgeon or spa.
It is one of the worst treatments, because it sometimes causes painful burns. It's called "Therm-age". The heat is supposed to stimulate the growth of the elastic collagen fibers, supposedly over time, which would improve firmness and reduce wrinkling.
You may be familiar with some of the nutrients for healthy skin. They include the common antioxidants, the vitamins A, C and E. Others may come as a surprise. Here's what you need to include in your daily diet to support your skin's health. Let's start with protein.
Proteins are the basic building blocks of cells, fibers and tissues throughout the body. The skin's outer cells are composed of the protein keratin. The elastic fibers, responsible for the skin's strength and firmness, are composed of collagen and elastin.