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2. Collagen - Wikipedia

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   Collagen cremes are also widely sold even though collagen cannot penetrate the skin because its fibers are too large. [68] Collagen is a vital protein in skin , hair , nails , and other tissues. Its production decreases with age and factors like sun damage and smoking .

3. Human skin - Wikipedia

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   The human skin is the outer covering of the body and is the largest organ of the integumentary system. The skin has up to seven layers of ectodermal tissue guarding muscles, bones, ligaments and internal organs. Human skin is similar to most of the other mammals' skin, and it is very similar to pig skin.

4. Collagen loss - Wikipedia

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   Taking vitamins C and A can provide a boost to collagen production in the body. To maintain healthy skin, individuals can nurture and protect the collagen present in their bodies by consuming nutritious foods rich in the necessary vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. This promotes collagen production and reduces cellular damage within the body. [5]

5. One hidden benefit of good nutrition: Healthier skin - AOL

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   Vitamin C helps regulate collagen production while also working to protect you against free radicals (i.e. the sun's rays). Zinc (nuts, seeds, meat, beans). Zinc helps the body heal after injuries ...

6. Collagen Is the Skin’s Miracle Ingredient. Can We Save It as ...

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   What collagen banking is, how to do it, and the best products to try to save your collagen levels.

7. Collagen, type I, alpha 1 - Wikipedia

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   Collagen is a protein that strengthens and supports many tissues in the body, including cartilage, bone, tendon, skin and the white part of the eye ().The COL1A1 gene produces a component of type I collagen, called the pro-alpha1(I) chain.

8. Experts Explain the Pros and Cons of Collagen Supplements for ...

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   Type I collagen is the type that comprises more than 90 percent of the collagen in the human body and provides structure to skin, bones, ligaments, and tendons, she explains. Type II forms the ...

9. Dermis - Wikipedia

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   The dermis is composed of three major types of cells: [3] fibroblasts, macrophages, and mast cells.. Apart from these cells, the dermis is also composed of matrix components such as collagen (which provides strength), elastin (which provides elasticity), and extrafibrillar matrix, an extracellular gel-like substance primarily composed of glycosaminoglycans (most notably hyaluronan ...