As we get older, the trillions of cells in our body do too. And like us, they become less resilient and able to weather the stress of everyday life. Our skin especially tells the tale of what’s happening throughout our bodies. Collagen makes up approximately 30% of the proteins within the body. These are tough and strong structures found all over the body, in bones, tendons and ligaments. With age, collagen production slows and cell structures weaken. The skin gets thinner and is easier to damage, hair gets lifeless, skin sags and wrinkles, tendons and ligaments become less elastic, and joints get stiff.
What does collagen do?
Collagen helps to give strength to various structures of the body and also protects structures like the skin by preventing absorption and spreading of pathogenic substances, environmental toxins, micro – organisms and cancerous cells. Collagen protein is the cement that holds everything together.
Collagen is also present in all the smooth muscle tissues, blood vessels digestive tract, heart, gallbladder, kidneys and bladder holding the cells and tissues together. Collagen is even the major component of the hair and nails.
Where is collagen found?
In nature, collagen is found exclusively in animals, especially in the flesh and connective tissues of mammals. Collagen is a part of the connective tissue in the skin that maintains firmness, suppleness and constant renewal of skin cells. Collagen is vital for skin elasticity.
Ligaments are another type of connective tissue that attach two bones and consequently hold the joints together. Tendons are similar but are different types of tissue that attach the muscles to the bones. All of these tissues, the bones, ligaments, tendons and the skeletal muscles themselves, are made up of proteins. One of the most predominant proteins is called collagen.
Collagen is the main component of connective tissue, and is the most abundant protein in mammals, making up about 25% to 35% of the whole-body protein content.
What can we do about it?
SAIAN Pure Collagen Masks are made from freeze-dried collagen fibers, and are formulated to deliver dramatic and long-lasting results. These potent masks are used for superior moisturizing results that plump up the skin, and reduce the appearance of laugh lines, crow’s feet and expression lines. They deeply hydrate and moisturize the skin, as well as stimulate collagen production, and prevent dehydration. A luxurious non-invasive face-lift effect that can only be achieved through a professional treatment. The results are long lasting after each application.
Marine Collagen is known as the best source of collagen for human skin. Marine Collagen Silanetriol/Polypeptides are designed to stimulate Type III collagen deep down within the skin. The enhancement comes from a concentration of extrinsic native proteins from marine collagen which is known as the best source of collagen. With its polysaccharides, vitamins and essential sea minerals, it aids in the healing and structuring of connective tissue.
Marine Elastin helps maintain the suppleness, elasticity and proper nourishment of the skin.
How soon can I expect to see noticeable results? YES, your skin will look different after the first treatment; smoother, more hydrated with a natural radiant sheen. Because the results commence from within the skin, the skin feels active, more alive, plump and tighter after just one treatment. The results are cumulative over time with repeated treatments.
Do I need maintenance treatments? YES, maintenance treatments are important in order to maintain visible results. Usually a once a month treatment is recommended, unless otherwise determined by your skin care specialist.
Is the Collagen treatment a good compliment to other skin care treatments? YES, Micro-Current treatments (non-surgical facelift) are an excellent complement as this treatment helps stimulate collagen production from deep within the skin.
Is the Collagen treatment for everyone? YES, everyone can benefit from SAIAN Infusion and Micro-Current treatments as they are safe and promote healthier skin and make you look and feel better.
Submitted by Nova Spa Rocky Hill, CT (860) 257 1004 www.NovaSpaRockyHill.com 1845 Silas Deane Highway Rocky Hill, CT 06067. We are CT licensed massage therapists and aestheticians Nationally Certified in therapeutic Massage with 11 years of experience working in Rocky Hill area. Members of American Massage Therapy Association.