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What destroys collagen?

Bruce Heath  Follow

Antioxidant and vitamin C serums and free radicals are the big culprits that destroy collagen and therefore lead to the apprearance of line and wrinkles.

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Collince Becky  Follow

Collagen is the most abundant protein present in the body. Here are some of the reasons why we lose collagen -

  1. Ageing
  2. Exposure to harmful UV rays
  3. Pollution
  4. Smoking
  5. Caffeine intake
  6. Stress
  7. Inadequate intake of protein
  8. Vitamin C deficiency
  9. Sugar consumption

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