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Caring for your skin requires a multi-pronged approach, regardless of condition or age.
Keep reading for everything you better know.
Meet the Experts
What Is Glycation?
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Since Maillard’s initial analysis, there have been dozens ofstudieson the adverse effects of glycation on human health.
How Does Glycation Influence the Aging Process?
And because glycation is a stealthy foe, it can also impact the epidermal and dermal layers of skin.
What Kicks Off the Glycation Process?
However, “external aggressors such as UV and pollution can accelerate AGE formation,” says Ingraham.
Everyone is vulnerable to the accelerated aging effects of glycation, regardless of gender or ethnicity.
How Do You Slow Glycation?
However, your priority should be addressing lifestyle factors that can kick off protein damage.
As for whether a new cream or serum can influence the glycation process?
Afterall, they say the best offense is a good defense, especially regarding your skin.
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