Today's episode is a mission to unlock the secrets of youthful skin! In this episode, I'll delve into the science behind collagen production and explore practical ways to boost collagen levels for radiant, age-defying skin. From understanding the different types of collagen to debunking myths about supplements, I'm here to arm you with the knowledge you need to glow from within. I'm tackling:
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Understanding how collagen is produced and the various types of collagen present in our skin
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The difference between intrinsic and extrinsic factors that influence collagen levels and skin aging
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Evaluating the effectiveness of collagen supplements and explore alternative methods to increase collagen production
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Discovering the role of essential nutrients like Vitamin C and Vitamin A derivatives in supporting collagen synthesis
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Exploring advanced aesthetic treatments such as chemical peels, red light therapy, microneedling, PRP, laser resurfacing, and ultrasound for stimulating collagen production and rejuvenating the skin
Key moments in this episode are:
01:28 How collagen is produced
02:15 Different types of collagen
03:23 Intrinsic vs extrinsic factors that affect our collagen
04:44 How collagen declines as we age
05:59 Collagen supplements...are they worth it?
09:02 Getting more collagen from our diet
11:26 Role of Vitamin C in collagen production
12:06 Vitamin A derivatives (retinoids)
14:05 Chemical peels to stimulate collagen
15:01 Red light therapy to stimulate collagen
16:16 Microneedling and radiofrequcy to stimulate collagen
17:11 PRP to stimulate collagen
18:26 Laser resurfacing to stimulate collagen
20:32 Ultrasound to stimulate collagen