{"id":5198,"date":"2023-07-08T01:57:22","date_gmt":"2023-07-07T20:27:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/?p=5198"},"modified":"2025-05-08T10:44:57","modified_gmt":"2025-05-08T05:14:57","slug":"things-that-could-damage-collagen-in-your-skin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/things-that-could-damage-collagen-in-your-skin\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Things That Could Damage Collagen in Your Skin"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collagen is a vital protein that amounts to about 30% of the body\u2019s protein content and 70% of the skin\u2019s protein content. It is because of this protein that our skin exudes a youthful glow and looks supple, smooth and bouncy. Collagen levels can deplete or be damaged for many reasons. Some are natural, and we can\u2019t do much about them, while some other collagen-damaging factors can be controlled. What are these factors that trigger collagen damage? Let\u2019s go into the details!<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/things-that-could-damage-collagen-in-your-skin\/#5_Things_That_Are_Damaging_Collagen_In_Your_Body\" >5 Things That Are Damaging Collagen In Your Body<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/things-that-could-damage-collagen-in-your-skin\/#Collagen_Side_Effects\" >Collagen Side Effects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/things-that-could-damage-collagen-in-your-skin\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Things_That_Are_Damaging_Collagen_In_Your_Body\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 Things That Are Damaging Collagen In Your Body<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The body\u2019s natural ability to produce collagen is affected by progressing age. However, there are certain factors that are part of your lifestyle that may be causing collagen damage in your body. Let us take a look at 5 such factors causing the loss of collagen.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to Age<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intrinsic skin aging is the primary factor causing collagen loss. Fibroblasts are the collagen-producing cells in the body; as they age, their collagen-producing potential diminishes. With progressing age, the quantity of fibroblasts itself also declines. Other components of the skin, such as elastin and hyaluronic acid, that are required for youthful-looking skin are also on the decline. This results in the skin becoming flaccid and it is not able to hold as much water as is required. This gives rise to dull-looking skin that is riddled with fine lines and wrinkles. However, intrinsic skin aging amounts to only 3% of collagen damage. This means the remaining 97% is still in your hands and easy to control with a few lifestyle changes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to UV Exposure<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unprotected sun exposure is the primary external cause of loss of collagen and skin aging. The sun\u2019s harmful ultraviolet rays enter the middle layer of the skin known as the dermis, and break down collagen at a faster rate than normal. It also gives rise to free radicals that lead to further breaking down of collagen by increasing the presence of enzymes in the skin. UV exposure also affects the normal rate of collagen production in the body. Thus, it poses a dual attack and can be avoided by using a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or above.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An Unhealthy Diet<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another important factor leading to collagen degradation is an unhealthy diet. Collagen production in the body is strongly influenced by its nutrient intake and including food items like meat and poultry is an excellent means of boosting collagen production. Excessive consumption of sugar is detrimental as it leads to the breaking down of elastic and collagen in the body giving rise to premature signs of aging. Thus, one needs to substitute their refined sugar intake with other natural sugar options.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to a Lack of Vitamin C<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin C fights free radicals and limits the damage caused by the sun\u2019s UV rays. Its antioxidant-rich properties also help prevent the skin from damage caused by pollution. Increasing the number of antioxidants in the body is the simplest way to limit the damage caused by free radicals. An excellent way to do that is to include a lot of fruits and greens that contain Vitamin C in your diet. Applying Vitamin C topically also aids with smoothening skin texture and boosting skin radiance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress is commonly known to be pro-inflammatory, which hampers the body&#8217;s natural ability to produce collagen. Stress also leads to an increase in the hormone cortisol which leads to a decreased level of collagen production. When the body is in a high-stress state, most of the body\u2019s resources are focused on countering stress and the inflammation that is produced as a result. This proves detrimental to collagen production and gives rise to signs of aging in the skin.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5197\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/ET-7-300x86.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"897\" height=\"257\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/ET-7-300x86.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/ET-7-768x219.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/ET-7.png 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 897px) 100vw, 897px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Collagen_Side_Effects\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collagen Side Effects<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This protein is produced naturally in your body, and hence there are no collagen side effects on skin. Some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/collagen?navKey=CL-5478\">collagen supplements<\/a> may also contain other vitamins, which, taken in excess, could trigger some health problems, but in isolation, there are no collagen supplement side effects. Very few people have reported collagen supplement side effects like a heavy feeling in the stomach and a slight case of diarrhea. People taking any medication or those who are pregnant or breastfeeding should consult their healthcare provider before they start taking any new supplement.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5196\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/DYK-8-1-300x83.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"828\" height=\"229\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/DYK-8-1-300x83.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/DYK-8-1-768x213.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/DYK-8-1.png 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 828px) 100vw, 828px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that it has been established that unprotected exposure to the sun, an unhealthy diet, stress, and smoking, play a major role in skin collagen damage, it is time to adopt certain lifestyle changes to limit this damage. Collagen is the protein holding the skin together, and a lack of it will result in a barrage of skin issues that are not just limited to the emergence of the signs of aging. In order to maintain healthy glowing skin, you must replenish the collagen reserves of the body and prevent any damage leading to its loss.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Collagen is a vital protein that amounts to about 30% of the body\u2019s protein content and 70% of the skin\u2019s protein content. It is because of this protein that our skin exudes a youthful glow and looks supple, smooth and bouncy. Collagen levels can deplete or be damaged for many reasons. 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