Are You Frustrated With Acne and Skin Problems and Can Collagen Help

Acne is the dreaded skin condition that we usually associate wth puberty and being a teenager. Unfortunately acne can affect us at any stage and can be exacerbated by hormonal conditions such as menopause, menstruation and as mentioned above puberty. Acne is simply a skin condition that occurs when your hair follicles become clogged with oils and dead skin cells. Overtime this causes a range of undesirable symptoms such as pimples, blackheads and whiteheads. Acne affects us physically and emotionally and can certainly cause distress where our self esteem can take a battering. There are treatments available such as pharmaceuticals and topical treatments that can cause side effects that are undesirable. We have some great news however let’s delve into the symptoms and see if you have any of the following.

• Whiteheads, these are closed plugged pores
• Blackheads, these are open plugged pores
• Small red, tender bumps also known as papules
• Pimples, which are also know as papules and are filled with pus
• Solid, painful lumps or nodules under the skin
• Cystic lesions which are filled with under the skin and can be painful

These can appear not only on the face but also occur on the chest, back, neck and shoulders. Acne can come and go and reoccur with outbreaks due to bacteria, inflammation and fluctuating hormones, autoimmune disease, endocrine disorders, poor diet and stress. A few tips to get you looking and feeling your best as naturally as possible are easy to add to your daily routine.

• Drink plenty of water. The recommended daily intake of 8 cups of water to 2L daily.
• Include more vegetables and fruit in your diet and get those vitamins, minerals and antioxidants in.
• Limit processed foods. If you’re eating greasy unhealthy oils, table salt and artificial chemicals and ingredients please reduce your intake.
• Eat more whole foods and start taking the load off your digestive system
• Reduce refined sugar as this can cause a myriad of health problems. Insulin is a hormone that is produced by the pancreas and if it is not efficient in regulating high sugar levels in the body puts you at risk of developing Type II diabetes and is also the cause of reduced skin health.

AND…………….. Daily intake of Collagen. Collagen is your skins best friend. Collagen has remarkable effects on clearing and treating Acne and other skin problems such as scarring, dull skin, fine lines and wrinkles. More research is needed to understand if there is a direct link between collagen and clearing up acne. However, there is ample evidence and peer reviewed studies on the efficacy of collagen supplementation and the achieving luminous skin. Collagen is renowned for hydrating your skin and achieving that dewy look and feel. This is partly due to the fact that Collagen makes up to about 80 percent of the skin’s protein. This is the glue that acts a support for the skins dermis. The skin has three layers:

• The Epidermis – this is the outermost layer of skin and provides a waterproof barrier and also creates our own unique skin tone.
• The Dermis – contains the connective tissue, hair follicles and sweat glands
• The Hypodermis – this is the deep subcutaneous tissue and is made up of connective tissue and fat

Collagen is the most abundant protein that determines your skin physiology and as we age from our mid 20’s and beyond our Collagen stores begin to deplete. We unknowingly become Collagen deficient. We recommend up to 20 grams of collagen daily to see remarkable effects in as little as 4-12 weeks. Get back to looking and feeling great within your skin.