Collagen forms the scaffolding of skin and is responsible for its firmness, elasticity, appearance, and strength. Skin collagen is a protein that primarily resides in the dermis of skin and is produced by skin cells called fibroblasts. The collagen content makes up about 75% of healthy and young skin. Your body begins to lose collagen when you turn 30 and the effects become noticeable after several years. The skin becomes thinner, drier, and less elastic. The first signs may be subtle such as wrinkle formation.
Other tell-tale signs of collagen loss in the skin include:
Loss of Natural Fullness
Cheeks become flatter while the under-eye area develops hollows. Unless you’ve lost a lot of weight recently, these are probably signs of collagen loss.
Sagging Skin
Since collagen powers skin elasticity, as it starts decreasing so does the firmness of your skin. You may notice the sagging effect on your jawline, cheeks, buttocks, and stomach.
Wrinkles and Fine Lines
Since the loss of collagen leads to the dehydration and thinning of the skin, wrinkles and fine lines begin to appear.
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