Every aesthetic medicine specialist knows that young skin is based on two important proteins: collagen and elastin. Each of them has unique properties that determine the youthful and attractive appearance of the skin.

But if collagen is known   and they talk a lot, then elastin, for unknown reasons, often remains in the shadow of collagen protein. Today, estet-portal.com corrects this injustice and talks in detail about what elastin protein is, what functions it performs in the skin, and what methods can be used to make up for its lack.

Elastin molecules determine the ability of tissues to stretch

Elastin – it is a structural protein of elastic fibers, which is found in large quantities in connective tissue. This protein is present in human skin, blood vessel walls, lungs and ligaments.

Elastin fibers have an amazing ability: they can stretch several times their original length.

At the same time, the high strength of the fibers and their ability to return to their original state are successfully preserved. Elastin molecules are in the form of twisted spirals that can twist and unwind an unlimited number of times. All movements of mimic muscles are due precisely to the properties of elastin, and collagen provides elasticity and density to the skin.

Elastin:

  • elastin in cosmetics: beneficial properties of protein;
  • why does the amount of elastin in the skin decrease with age;
  • Methods to replenish the deficiency of elastin protein in the skin.

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Elastin in cosmetics: beneficial properties of protein

The elastin protein, in addition to its main property, also has the ability to absorb moisture and provide tissues with long-term hydration.

Elastin contains non-polar amino acids, which are located inside the protein particles and do not interact with water. Thus,  they do not lose water, but retain it completely.

When applying products with elastin, a peptide film is formed on the skin, which prevents the loss of moisture from the surface of the skin. It acts like a compress, keeping moisture inside the tissues.

Elastin in cosmetics is especially effective when combined with collagen, as the two proteins enhance each other's effects.

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Why does the amount of elastin in the skin decrease with age

Elastin performs very important functions in the body, but with age, its content in the skin decreases. This happens for several main reasons:

  • exposure to ultraviolet light on the skin;
  • elastase action;
  • bad habits: negative effects of cigarette smoke;
  • deficiency of vitamin B6 and copper in the body.

A particularly detrimental factor for elastin is exposure to ultraviolet rays. They are able to penetrate deep into the skin, while the synthesis of elastin is reduced, and its molecular structure is also disturbed. In addition, under the influence of ultraviolet radiation, the elastase enzyme is activated, which breaks down proteins, including elastin.

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Methods for replenishing the deficiency of elastin protein in the skin

With the help of modern methods of aesthetic medicine, it is possible to compensate for the lack of elastin in the skin. It is important to note that elastin, which is part of cosmetic products such as creams, serums or emulsions, acts only on the surface layer of the skin, creating a hygroscopic film there that retains moisture.

But even the highest quality cosmetics cannot affect the synthesis of elastin in the skin. For this, it is necessary to apply cosmetic procedures based on regenerative technologies, such as placentotherapy, plasmolifting, cell therapy based on autologous fibroblasts and amino acid therapy.

These treatments stimulate the skin's own fibroblasts, which are responsible for the production of elastin and collagen.

Elastin – it is the most important structural protein that provides the ability of tissues to stretch and return to its original position.

Methods of modern aesthetic medicine allow not only to slow down the aging process of the body, but also to compensate for the deficiency of elastin in the skin. Read more interesting materials on estet-portal.com in the "Cosmetology" section.

You may also be interested in: "Collagen substance: types and role for the skin".

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