collagen types I and III

How to improve skin tightness and elasticity naturally

How to improve skin tightness and elasticity naturally

In a previous article we discussed what is the difference between skin firmness/tightness and skin elasticity and what gives skin those qualities. Here we offer the most important tips on how to boost elasticity and firmness.

Can collagen increase the size of buttocks or breast?

Can collagen increase the size of buttocks or breast?

This is a question asked by a website reader a few days ago, meaning collagen supplements, and the quick and simple answer is an unequivocal: no, collagen cannot make your bum, breast or other body area bigger. After several months of use (not days or weeks), hydrolysed collagen supplements: help firm up skin (especially hydrolysed collagen type I and III); partially help prevent cellulite; help protect your joints from wear and tear (especially…

Hydroxyproline: the ultimate skin firming cream ingredient

Hydroxyproline: the ultimate skin firming cream ingredient

Collagen is a protein that contains higher amounts of proline, glycine and hydroxyproline than other body proteins. Hydroxyproline, specifically, is only found in collagen in the body - nowhere else and it is THE most important aminoacid in that protein. Studies have shown that a hydroxyproline peptide stimulates collagen I and III synthesis, as well as elastin synthesis. In addition it inhibits collagen breakdown…

Collagen vs whey protein for cellulite and skin tightening

Collagen vs whey protein for cellulite and skin tightening

Most women today do not consume enough protein, because they were brainwashed for decades by “nutrition experts” and female magazine advice that “too much protein is bad for you” or that “humans need very little protein to build muscle and skin”. However, this could not be more wrong…