Shirlie's Daughters

  Introduction Ah, collagen – the secret ingredient to youthful, glowing skin that seems to evade us as the years tick by. But what if I told you that you could unleash the power of collagen right from your plate? That's right, folks! The journey to firmer, plumper skin doesn't just involve fancy creams and serums – it begins with the foods you devour. So, grab your forks and get ready to discover the delicious path to boosting collagen production! The Marvelous Collagen Connection Collagen, often dubbed as the "glue" that holds our body together, is a protein found in our skin, bones, tendons, and muscles. It's responsible for maintaining the elasticity and firmness of our skin, which keeps us looking fresh and vibrant. Unfortunately, as the clock keeps ticking, our collagen production tends to wane, leading to fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin. Foods That Pack a Collagen-Punch Citrus Fruits: Load up on vitamin C-rich fruits like oranges, strawberries, and

  1. ADD BAKUCHIOL TO YOUR ROUTINE This is a natural alternative to retinol, and it will stimulate skin cell turnover.  This promotes collagen production.  The best part of all is that of using bakuchiol is that you are less likely to experience irritation.  This product is the better choice for those with sensitive skin.  2.PROTECT COLLAGEN WITH TOPICAL VITAMIN  C Your morning routine should include Vit C.  This anti-oxidant protects the collagen in your skin against UV damage.  Vit C also stimulates the production of collagen and stabilizes the proteins in skin. 3. Pack In Peptides Peptides are the building blocks of proteins.  Peptides improve skin firmness, by promoting collagen and elastin in the skin.   4. LIMIT YOU SUGAR INTAKE A diet rich in sugar promotes AGEs.  AGEs break down collagen.  Take note of the ingredient list and monitor how much added sugar you allow in your diet.  5. Don't smoke Smoking ages you.  It decreases blood flow and oxygen to the skim.  It also creat