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What is the Truth About Collagen Supplements?
Recently there has been a rise in so-called “nutricosmetics” or “nutraceuticals,” a trend that involves ingesting certain substances or supplements in order to improve the health or appearance of your skin or hair.
Of course your diet affects your overall health and appearance. But I will be the first person to put my hands up and say I naturally have a high, high skepticism of the whole field of dietary supplements.
But what about collagen supplements? There has been a long history, especially in countries like China, of eating collagen-rich foods, and recent research has shown some promising results. So what does the skincare science recommend? Let’s find out!
The concept of “Instagram face” is not a new one, but has received more recent attention as Meta has banned filters that encourage plastic surgery. Awareness of the role that social media and photo editing plays in aesthetic medicine is incredibly important for both clinicians and patients. The influence of social media can be incredibly negative, and it means it’s more important than ever to navigate between good, ethical medical practice versus “selling” cosmetic procedures.