Top 6 Ways to Boost Collagen Production & Fight Signs of Aging

Collagen is the structural protein that gives our skin its strength, elasticity, and youthful appearance. As we age, collagen production naturally declines—starting as early as age 18, we lose about 1% of our collagen each year. As collagen breaks down, the skin loses volume, elasticity, and plumpness, leading to the formation of fine lines and […]
Facial Aging

As we age, changes occur to our facial bone, soft tissue, and skin (Swift et al, 2020). The bones of the face begin to recede starting in our 30’s (Swift et al, 2020). The visible signs that can be seen regarding our bone recession and repositioning include: the lower forehead begins to flatten, eyebrows begin […]
Anatomy of the Skin

Our skin is comprised mainly of three layers: the epidermis (the top layer), the dermis (which lies beneath the epidermis), and fat (which lies beneath the dermis) (Abdo et al, 2020). The skin is mainly responsible for: protection against foreign bacteria/pathogens, maintaining body temperature and hydration, and the creation of Vitamin D. (Abdo et al, […]