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Sea-based collagen for supple skin

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EVERYONE knows that collagen is important for the skin. It is one of the essential building blocks to smooth and healthy skin.

Collagen is therefore crucial: This naturally occurring protein keeps skin smooth and youthful, but our bodies produce less as we get older.

As we age, collagen diminishes, leading to fine lines, loss of firmness and less suppleness. The result? Thinner skin, dryness and fine lines.

Synthesis vs degradatio­n

New collagen is continuall­y produced and recycled throughout life.

At a young age, collagen synthesis predominat­es, but after the age of 25, degradatio­n of collagen picks up speed. To keep the skin’s collagen level in balance, collagen synthesis has to be increased to reduce collagen degradatio­n.

Hydrolysed collagen

Collagen is an insoluble form of protein with higher molecular weight. However, it is not easily absorbed by our body.

Hydrolysed collagen is broken down into a smaller molecular size through hydrolysis, making it easier for absorption.

Taking hydrolysed collagen supplement­s could help preserve lean body mass in older women, according to a 2009 study in the Journal of the American Dietetic Associatio­n.

Quantity and quality

We need around 8,000mg to 10,000mg of collagen daily to replenish the body’s declining levels.

For skin and beauty, the best type of supplement has low molecular weight, like fish collagen peptide. This type helps to replenish about 90% of our body’s overall collagen.

Studies show this type of collagen levels could improve hair, skin, and nails dramatical­ly.

Quality is also important as it promotes better absorption and utilisatio­n by our body.

h2o+ Collagen 8000

Each 100ml bottle of h2o+ Collagen 8000 contains 8,000mg of hydrolysed collagen extracted from high-quality deep sea fish.

It is 100% formulated and produced in Japan and certified by Japan Medical Science Exchange Associatio­n (Jamsea Medical Corp) of the high-quality pharmaceut­ical grade of its collagen content.

h2o+ Collagen 8000 has vitamin C to help to boost collagen production in the skin, as well as to brighten and improve uneven skin tone and vitamin B6 to helps boost skin renewal and promote a rosy complexion.

h2o+ Collagen 8000 is 100% natural with no added preservati­ves.

Choosing h2o+ Collagen 8,000 ensures high hydrolysed collagen content, absorption and efficacy.

h2o+ Collagen 8000 and skincare

h2o+ Collagen 8000 and skincare aims to help Malaysians achieve a more hydrated, firmer and younger skin inside out. h2o+ skincare range was developed for 25 years in the United States based on the concept of sea-science.

Each formulatio­n is designed using marine-rich ingredient­s to produce effective results and maximise skin and body care experience at every sensory level.

h2o+ range of skincare includes OASISTM, an oil-free marine hydration that helps to hydrate and smoothen skin, similar to drinking eight glasses of water. It is a global bestseller.

Other ranges include Aqualibriu­m for combinatio­n skin; marine Calm for sensitive skin; Waterwhite advanced for whitening; sea Results for ageing prevention; Aquafirm+ for firmer skin; sea Clear for oily skin and an anti-Acne range while the recently launched Source targets ageing skin.

A responsibl­e brand

As a global brand in marine skincare science, the ocean is h2o+’s main source of active ingredient­s. Hence, H2OPlus is active in conserving the Earth’s resources and has embarked on the Marine Conservati­on Programme to Save Our Water Planet.

In Malaysia, Luxor Beauty World Sdn Bhd is committed to fulfil this corporate vision and mission by building the first artificial reef in Pulau Soyak, off Pulau Tioman on Oct 3.

Do your part by getting h2o+ restore water on our planet. For purchases of the Limited Edition Shower Gel 250ml at RM59, 10% of the nett sales will go to EarthEcho Internatio­nal.

h2o+TM skincare including Collagen 8000 are available at all h2o+TM outlets nationwide.

For updates on skin and body care or to join H2OPlus’ marine conservati­on programme, follow its Facebook page or log on to www. h2oplus.com.my

 ??  ?? h2o+ ambassador Pricilla Wong Tsui Yu (HK TV travel host and actress) keeps her skin radiant with h2o+ Collagen 8000.
h2o+ ambassador Pricilla Wong Tsui Yu (HK TV travel host and actress) keeps her skin radiant with h2o+ Collagen 8000.

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