Known as the protein of youth, collagen is essential for the health of the skin and other body tissues.

In addition to providing structure, firmness, and elasticity, it acts directly on hair, nails, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and joints.

*According to research, collagen accounts for about 30% of the body's proteins, being vital for the skin and tissue formation, helping to keep cells together.

Where to find it

Did you know that its natural production begins to decrease from the age of 20, with an annual loss of approximately 1%? This rate can increase significantly during the first five years of menopause, reaching 30%.

The substance can be found in some protein-rich foods, such as meats, eggs, beans, and seeds (chia, flaxseed, and nuts).

And in cosmetics?

At AMAKOS da Amazônia, you can find collagen in the Sangue de Dragão Antioxi line. It features an antioxidant 20 times more potent than vitamin C and 50 times more potent than vitamin E, to stimulate collagen production, firming the skin.

It also provides other benefits, such as neutralizing free radicals, reducing fine lines and wrinkles,

evening out skin tone, preventing dark spots, contributing to regeneration, and deeply hydrating.

The Cacay Vital line, on the other hand, acts on resistance to external aggressions, resulting in hydrated, revitalized, and soft skin. Due to its cell regeneration effects, it stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, minimizing the harmful effects of free radicals.

What about the sun?

It is a consensus that sunbathing before 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m. helps synthesize vitamin D, which contributes to collagen in the body. The problem is that, in excess, it causes the loss of this protein, in addition to other problems, such as dark spots and even skin cancer.

Important: exposing yourself to the sun very moderately (with extremely hydrated skin), having a balanced diet, and investing in firming cosmetics are some of the ways to stimulate collagen production.

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*Source: http://www.surgicalcosmetic.org.br/details/949/pt-BR