Peptides: Save Your Skin

"Girl! You're glowing!" These 3 words pack a mean punch for any woman who gets up every morning to hustle and slay. Even better, when your receive this sort of accolade with or without make up.  Firm, bright, smooth and hydrated skin help define vitality. Because when you look younger, you feel younger and, healthier skin is the first place to start. But, what's crazy is that, just in our normal daily living, our skin is exposed to toxins, pollutants and harmful bacteria every day. Make up is just one of those culprits. This is why it's a must that you choose a healthy skincare regiment that nourishes the skin, for a smoother, more vibrant canvas.

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Do you know what's in "the fountain of youth" besides honey and gold? Peptides. You heard me right! Polypeptides are, by far, one of THE GREATEST tools for producing maximum results in younger, healthier looking skin. Here's why. According to Healthline.com's medically-reviewed article, Polypeptides and Your Skin Care Routine, these skin treats work by stimulating collagen production (which we all know is very effective at producing firmer, healthier and more youthful skin). Collagen is made up of polypeptides and,          "[w]hen you introduce exogenous peptides onto the skin in the form of a moisturizer or serum, it tricks the skin into thinking there’s been an injury or wound, and it stimulates our collagen-boosting processes.” Easing inflammation, clearing breakouts and improving skin barrier are just a few of the benefits that come along with a skincare regiment that includes polypeptides. 

Not quite sure whether or not you should include polypeptides in your daily routine? Here are a few things to consider before you start your car:

• Not all peptides are useful to the skin
• Not all skin types appreciate peptides and this can, sometimes, lead to negative reactions from the skin
• Peptides are best absorbed through the skin using a serum or moisturizer so, if you already have a serum or moisturizer that you love then, there's no need to change. 

Make up can be pretty irritating and stressful to our body's natural barrier, reinforcing the need to wear it by causing dryness, dullness and other key features of aging skin. However, everyone's skin is unique and what works for one may not work for another. Understanding what your body (and skin) needs to look and feel younger is the first step in deciding what to put in or on your body. Dull, stressed, dry-looking skin may all be signs that implementing polypeptides into your daily regiment is right for you. So, do your research and learn your skin because peptides could be your pot of gold!

References
Gallagher, G. (2020, June 12). Healthline. Retrieved from www.healthline.com: https://www.healthline.com/health/peptides-for-skin

Racker, A. (2019, March 18). Peptides: Why They're Good for You and How to Get More of Them. Retrieved from Dermstore: https://www.dermstore.com/blog/top_ten/what-peptides-do-for-skin/