When you’re young, you don’t necessarily have perfect skin. Breakouts and oily skin can be a real issue, particularly when going through hormonal fluctuations. However, one skin problem that you’re less likely to think about when young are fine lines and wrinkles. When you start to reach your late twenties, people start to pay attention…
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When looking for the ideal skin care product, you might have come across firming creams. But what does this mean – and do they actually work? Read our guide to find out. Also known as facelift creams, these skin care products are specially formulated to give the appearance of plumper skin. These creams are typically…
Continue readingThe truth about collagen is that it is the most abundant protein in the human body. It is found in the bones, muscles, skin, and tendons. This is the substance that holds the body together and provides strength and structure. Collagen is secreted by various cells, but mainly by connective tissue cells. It is found in the…
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Gotu Kola builds Collagen. Gotu Kola or Centella asiatica is an important medicinal herb that was widely used in Asia and is now becoming popular in the West. Triterpenoid and saponins are the primary constituents of Gotu Kola. These components are believed to be responsible for its therapeutic actions. Excellent for healing the skin, this herb…
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To understand the importance of collagen in relation to your skin, you must first understand what collagen is. Collagen is one of the body’s structural proteins. It is made up of amino acids. Collagen makes up 90% of connective tissue, such as cartilage and tendons; 75% of bone; and 70% of skin. Collagen keeps skin looking smooth…
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As an ingredient, arginine has a long, almost never-ending list of benefits. It boosts circulation, promotes healing and balances oiliness, and on top of that is even considered the ‘magic bullet’ for anti-ageing when taken as a supplement. Arginine, or L-arginine as it’s often referred to, is naturally present in many of the foods we…
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