Body firming has taken on new meaning as skincare manufacturers and researchers have uncovered active ingredients that help firm sagging and get skin tight. Fueled by us "baby boomers" who are beginning to notice wrinkles and sagging skin on our face, hands, arms and legs, body firming lotions and products have become increasingly popular, even during difficult economic times. Why? Because unlike anti-wrinkle serums or products that target spider veins or scars, firming lotions and creams provide multiple benefits for younger-looking skin.
Benefits of Body Firming
While getting tighter and firmer skin is generally the primary objective, there are some hidden and not-so hidden benefits of using body firming.
Health and Protection - Many firming products provide cell membrane renewal, replenishment or protection. Said a bit more simply, normal collagen production in the skin helps maintain elasticity (flexibility) and firmness. As collagen is destroyed or damaged, skin can become thinner, weaker and begin to lose its resilience and tone. Firming lotions often have antioxidants that protect cell membranes and indirectly protect from wrinkles and sagging by improving the skin's reproduction and health. Improving Hydration - Losing moisture and hydration is not good for the skin. Losing moisture "retention" is worse. Moisture, fluids, hydration - you pick the word - increase nutrient delivery and provide "plumpness" and softness. I think we all know or have heard that our bodies and skin are made-up mostly of water. Well, that's true. Dehydration can lead to a myriad of skin problems including flaking, rashes, redness and inflammation. Body firming often includes a healthy dose of moisture and skin hydration. Hyaluronic Acid, commonly used in skin serums, helps cells to retain hydration. If you have ever felt pure Hyaluronic Acid, you would be amazed...it is like water in a gel form - not greasy or oily, and it penetrates into your skin within seconds. Unlike with some creams, your skin instantly is soothed, softer and feels refreshed without greasiness. Reduced Wrinkles & Sagging - Hmmmm...isn't this supposed to be the obvious part? Well yes and no. Body firming, per se is not the hard part. Plenty of active ingredients are used in formulations to reduce sagging and wrinkles. And, many use natural-based formulas that do not irritate the skin. The trick is developing products that encourage healthy skin development while providing effective firming. Ingredients such as Emu Oil, Jojoba Oil, Argireline, Matrixyl and various peptides can be found - and when in combination - give you firmer, smoother skin while providing nutrition, faster and healthier cellular turnover and reduced sagging.
Body firming runs the gamut from reducing wrinkled hands and neck to reversing sagging on the arms, chin or stomach. Body firming lotions can help address several issues at once, sagging, wrinkles, hydration and skin tone. Get effective body firming with smoother, wrinkle-free skin!
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