Levann "jA" Beauty, 60 capsules

This is the main structural component of the skin, making up about 80% of its dry weight. [1] It provides structural support to tissues and plays an important role in cellular processes. As we age, the body's production of collagen slows down - collagen itself, as well as elastin, becomes fragmented, and the functions of connective tissue cells called fibroblasts (which produce and maintain collagen) are disrupted. All this causes the skin to lose elasticity and firmness, creating visible wrinkles. The supplement contains Verisol® - hydrolyzed fish collagen.

Research suggests that supplementing the diet with collagen can improve many aspects of skin health and appearance. (2,3)

Amla is one of the richest sources of vitamin C, holding as much as 600-700 mg of vitamin C per fruit. Therefore, in addition to its antioxidant effects, it can support the proper synthesis of collagen, which is responsible for the elastic matrix in the skin. (4,5) A current review of scientific studies suggests that it may also promote hair growth, and some evidence suggests that it may inhibit an enzyme that contributes to hair loss. (6)

An excellent source of silicon, it helps maintain the strength and elasticity of blood vessel walls*, which provide adequate access to nutrients for skin, hair follicles or nail cells. Proper nourishment of these cells maintains their healthy appearance*, thus eliminating excessive nail brittleness or hair loss.

* Folate is involved in the process of cell division and helps in the proper production of blood.
* Silica in horsetail helps keep hair, nails and skin in optimal condition.

There are up to 90% of the sulfur amino acids cysteine and methionine in properly built hair tissue. Although cysteine is present in a much higher proportion than methionine (its share is only 0.5%), both molecules are equally important for the proper construction of keratin protein. (7)

This is all due to sulfur, which is essential for the proper formation of keratin - the basic building block of hair and nail plate. (8) The high content of sulfur (in the form of these compounds) in the keratin structure, is responsible for their strength and elasticity. (9) Their deficiency in the tissue structure means that the keratin plates are not perfectly bonded together, their structure is inhomogeneous, and we see thin, split and brittle hair and nails that are easy to break and split their edges.

Turmeric's active ingredients are responsible for its nurturing properties, with curcumin leading the way. This powerful ingredient was created to naturally support the beauty of your skin*. What's the secret? It's a powerful antioxidant* that can support cells without hesitation in the process of skin regeneration and fight free radicals that accelerate the aging process and increase inflammation. Problematic skin, whose glandular work is a real torment every day, can additionally benefit here!

* Turmeric extract helps maintain healthy skin and has significant properties.

This is an ingredient that increases the absorption of curcumin, among others, by up to ten times. (10) All thanks to the precious active ingredient piperine. It additionally allows to "cleanse" the skin by affecting blood circulation and the condition of blood vessels and capillaries*. A properly maintained circulatory system, translates into the flow of blood around the body and the delivery of all the essential ingredients and oxygen that skin cells crave for a healthy appearance.

*Helps clear the skin by promoting blood circulation through fine blood vessels and capillaries. Has significant antioxidant properties.

As we age, the amount of hyaluronic acid in the body decreases, as early as age 25. (11) Scientific publications suggest that it plays a key role in skin hydration and elasticity. (12,13) Therefore, to keep our complexion young and healthy, we must not forget to get enough of it every day.

These are antioxidants that bravely stand up to fight free radicals that accelerate the aging process. In addition, vitamin C influences the production of collagen fibers in the skin, which are responsible for maintaining its firmness and preventing wrinkles, as well as the condition of blood vessels, which should be especially taken care of by people with a tendency to vascular skin*.

*Vitamin C helps in the proper production of collagen for proper skin function and helps protect cells from oxidative stress.
*Vitamin E helps protect cells from oxidative stress.
*Vitamin C helps regenerate the reduced form of vitamin E.

It is sometimes referred to as the "elixir of youth" because, according to current scientific knowledge (14,15,16), it can exhibit strong antioxidant properties, especially when exposed to UV rays. In addition, one study confirmed that supplementation with coenzyme Q10 (50-150 mg of ubiquinol daily) resulted in improved skin smoothness and reduced wrinkles. (16)

This is an ingredient your skin craves, especially problematic skin. It is responsible for the proper synthesis of protein* - the basic building block of the skin, and is additionally a part of many antioxidant enzymes, thus providing a "protective coat" against free radicals that cause oxidative stress*.

* Zinc helps maintain healthy hair, skin and nails, as well as assisting in proper protein synthesis and participating in the process of cell division.

Plays a role in cell specialization, which is important especially in rapidly dividing cells like hair follicles. This property is also important for skin health - old, keratinized cells are "pushed out" and replaced with new ones. This leads to the preservation of the proper exfoliation process of the epidermis, which guarantees proper hydration of the skin.

* Vitamin A helps maintain healthy skin and plays a role in the process of cell specialization.

This is one of the most common compounds that contribute to maintaining healthy hair and skin*. This is due to the presence of sulfur in the structure of biotin (17), which is needed to build keratin - the building block of hair. It also helps maintain the skin's mucous membranes* and plays a key role in the metabolism of nutrients* that are essential for healthy skin. Studies show that together with collagen, as well as the addition of vitamin C, vitamin E and zinc, it is great for supporting a healthy and radiant complexion. (18) That's why none of these ingredients could be missing from Beauty!

* Biotin helps maintain healthy hair and skin, helps maintain healthy mucous membranes and contributes to maintaining normal macronutrient metabolism.

Combined with vitamin C and E, they make a real free radical killer! As antioxidants, they nullify the effects of their harmful effects.* And it is oxidative stress that makes the body age prematurely, and we feel it on our own skin. Thanks to such properties, the body can stay young longer.

In addition, selenium also helps in the proper functioning of the thyroid gland,* which also indirectly translates into maintaining the healthy appearance of hair*. Hormones produced by the thyroid gland indirectly affect the condition of hair by regulating metabolism and the supply of adequate oxygen to it. (18) Therefore, when some factor interferes with the normal function of the thyroid gland (such as selenium deficiency) fewer nutrients reach the hair follicle, which ultimately weakens its structure. And we begin to notice hair loss, brittleness and breakage.

* Selenium helps maintain healthy hair and nails, helps protect cells from oxidative stress and helps the thyroid gland function properly.

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