Collagen vs Botox
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In the last few years, the use of Botox injections to combat the visible effects of age on human skin has been on the increase, and with many high profile celebrities admitting to having Botox treatments - David Beckham and Hilary Clinton being two recent converts - it's reputation is flying high.
With it's startling ability to iron out wrinkles in the skin in a matter of a few hours, it's little wonder so many people abide by it but it seems that the dangers of botox are being ignored in favour of it's almost youth-giving properties.
To begin with, botox, or to give it it's full name, botulinum toxin, is known to be one of the most poisonous substances in the world. While the amount of botox given in a single treatment is minimal, there are still worries about the long term damage the substance might do to the human body, especially for individuals who have had repeat treatments.
So what is the alternative? Well, one option is to use collagen supplements.
Collagen is one of the most abundant forms of natural protein in the human body and makes up 75% of skin tissue. It's job as the "glue" that holds the body together is somewhat limited by the fact that at the age of 25, it’s rate of production in the body decreases at a rate of approximately 1.5% per year.
Exposure to the sun and the natural effects of aging cause the collagen fibres in the body to weaken and become less pliable. The result is dry, wrinkled skin that has lost it’s inherent elasticity.
Collagen Supplements help to replace missing Collagen and activate the body's function of creating new collagen thus rejuvenating the skin and smoothing wrinkles.
In addition to benefits to the skin, collagen is also known to relieve aches and pain from disorders such as arthritis, preserve and replenish lean muscle mass, and help with the management of the body’s fat.
Here are some points to consider if you are looking to firm up those wrinkles and tighten up that skin.
Botox Injections
Pro: Injection provides immediate results
Pro: Quick procedure
Pro: Results last for 4 - 6 months
Con: Repeat treatments needed
Con: Expensive - treatments cost around £200
Con: Involves injected poison into the body
Collagen Supplements
Pro: Triggers the body's own production of collagen
Pro: Aids other areas of the body - muscles, joints etc.
Pro: 6 months worth of supplements cost half as much as Botox
Con: May take a few months for effects to be noticed
Con: Needs to be taken regularly for results to show
Botox treatments are available from cosmetic surgeries across the country. Collagen supplements are available from a range of suppliers such as Sanctum Health.
Rob Camp is a Freelance Writer living in Brighton, UK.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Rob_Camp
With it's startling ability to iron out wrinkles in the skin in a matter of a few hours, it's little wonder so many people abide by it but it seems that the dangers of botox are being ignored in favour of it's almost youth-giving properties.
To begin with, botox, or to give it it's full name, botulinum toxin, is known to be one of the most poisonous substances in the world. While the amount of botox given in a single treatment is minimal, there are still worries about the long term damage the substance might do to the human body, especially for individuals who have had repeat treatments.
So what is the alternative? Well, one option is to use collagen supplements.
Collagen is one of the most abundant forms of natural protein in the human body and makes up 75% of skin tissue. It's job as the "glue" that holds the body together is somewhat limited by the fact that at the age of 25, it’s rate of production in the body decreases at a rate of approximately 1.5% per year.
Exposure to the sun and the natural effects of aging cause the collagen fibres in the body to weaken and become less pliable. The result is dry, wrinkled skin that has lost it’s inherent elasticity.
Collagen Supplements help to replace missing Collagen and activate the body's function of creating new collagen thus rejuvenating the skin and smoothing wrinkles.
In addition to benefits to the skin, collagen is also known to relieve aches and pain from disorders such as arthritis, preserve and replenish lean muscle mass, and help with the management of the body’s fat.
Here are some points to consider if you are looking to firm up those wrinkles and tighten up that skin.
Botox Injections
Pro: Injection provides immediate results
Pro: Quick procedure
Pro: Results last for 4 - 6 months
Con: Repeat treatments needed
Con: Expensive - treatments cost around £200
Con: Involves injected poison into the body
Collagen Supplements
Pro: Triggers the body's own production of collagen
Pro: Aids other areas of the body - muscles, joints etc.
Pro: 6 months worth of supplements cost half as much as Botox
Con: May take a few months for effects to be noticed
Con: Needs to be taken regularly for results to show
Botox treatments are available from cosmetic surgeries across the country. Collagen supplements are available from a range of suppliers such as Sanctum Health.
Rob Camp is a Freelance Writer living in Brighton, UK.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Rob_Camp
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