The secret to the effectiveness of gelatin
To understand how gelatin works, you need to understand what it is. This is a substance that is obtained from the connective tissues of cattle. The finished product contains a lot of animal protein, which is a “building material” for the skin and promotes its regeneration. Gelatin also significantly improves the condition of hair and nails.
The pronounced effect of taking gelatin is due to the presence of the following beneficial substances in its composition:
- collagen – has powerful anti-aging properties, gives the skin elasticity and firmness;
- amino acids (about 15 items) – stimulate the regeneration of damaged skin areas, inhibit the natural aging process;
- vitamin complex – nourishes skin cells, maintains the epidermis in a normal functional state;
- minerals (iron, phosphorus, potassium, calcium) – stimulate metabolic processes and accelerate regeneration.
Gelatin is a valuable source of animal protein, which is necessary for the normal functioning of the body and the construction of tissues. This is a worthy alternative to meat. But it is worth remembering that gelatin is a high-calorie product. Its energy value is about 300 Kcal per 100 grams. So, those who are watching their figure should take gelatin in moderation.
How do I take gelatin?
To preserve the beauty and youth of the skin, you need the most common gelatin. You can buy the cheapest one. The main thing is to ensure that the composition does not contain any synthetic additives (preservatives, etc.). The rejuvenating drink is prepared as follows:
- In the evening, dilute a teaspoon of honey in a glass of cold water and add two teaspoons of gelatin. Honey is not a necessary component, but it works very well when combined with gelatin. Moreover, without it, the taste of the drink will be very unpleasant.
- Mix well and leave the mixture until the morning at room temperature.
- In the morning, pour the liquid into a saucepan and heat until the gelatin dissolves. But do not boil, otherwise the product will be useless.
- When the drink has cooled down a little, drink it on an empty stomach. You can have breakfast in about half an hour.
Gelatin should be taken daily for a month. At least three months must pass before repeating the course, otherwise an overdose of protein will occur.
Convenient alternative
If you don’t want to waste time preparing a gelatin drink, you can buy gelatin capsules at the pharmacy. It is as useful as culinary, but is ready for use and does not require any additional manipulations.
As an alternative, you can also purchase a special collagen nutritional supplement from a sports nutrition store. It has a high protein content and high bioavailability. So, if ordinary gelatin is absorbed by the body by 20-30%, then a sports supplement – by 90%. A shock dose of protein instantly enters the blood and is transported to the tissues.
But keep in mind that excess protein is no less harmful than its deficiency. So, if you are not sure how much collagen your body needs, choose regular gelatin rather than concentrated sports supplements. It will have a good cosmetic effect without side effects.
Expected effect
Gelatin contains substances of animal origin that are present in the human body. That is, it nourishes tissues and improves their functional state. After a month's course of gelatin therapy, you can count on the following effect:
- increasing skin elasticity and firmness;
- smoothing out small wrinkles;
- improvement of complexion;
- smoothing the texture of the epidermis;
- hair elasticity and shine;
- strengthening nails.
Thanks to its enveloping properties, gelatin has a beneficial effect on the stomach. Taking the drink in the morning can treat gastritis and overcome heartburn.
Why isn't everyone happy?
Despite the undeniable benefits of gelatin, there are not only positive reviews about it. Some women claim that this product was useless or had very little effect. Why is this happening?
The fact is that the body begins to intensively lose collagen from about 30 years of age. But many women begin to struggle to replenish protein deficiency only when visible age-related changes appear - after 40 years (or even after 50).
But by adulthood, the deficiency of collagen in the body (and especially in tissues) is enormous. When you start taking a gelatin drink, you simply make up for the resulting deficiency of nutrients. The body directs protein to the most vulnerable areas - cartilage, joints and blood vessels.
Thus, if you did not notice an anti-aging effect after the first course, this does not mean that gelatin does not work. It works, but first we will talk about internal transformations. In order to notice positive skin transformations, you need to take two, or even three or four courses. You will get cosmetic results only when internal problems are resolved.
Gelatin is a budget-friendly working product for comprehensive rejuvenation of the skin and the whole body. The sooner you start taking it, the more pronounced the cosmetic effect will be. The results may not be noticeable as quickly as you would like, but in the end you will notice positive changes. The value of gelatin is that it rejuvenates you not only externally, but also from the inside.
In modern cosmetology, products that are usually used to prepare food are often used, because these are natural and organic ingredients. The benefits of gelatin for facial skin were proven relatively recently, when experts set out to learn how to enrich the body with collagen from the outside.
This is how the idea came up to use this product internally and prepare masks based on it to restore the elasticity of the dermis.
What are the benefits of gelatin for facial skin ↑
Women often wonder: is gelatin healthy? Reviews from many leading cosmetologists agree that this ingredient really has a positive effect on the condition and appearance of women's skin. So, with regular use of gelatin masks, you can regain your blooming appearance and significantly reduce the network of wrinkles.
The substance itself, as is known, is made from industrial waste, bones and cartilage of animals. The result is a dry granulated (or crumbly, pressed) concentrate, which is widely used in confectionery. Edible gelatin is the basis of jelly, many sweet mousses and other desserts.
However, what is the main feature of such a product? The thing is that gelatin capsules are almost pure animal collagen. And, according to experienced cosmetologists, it is able to compensate for the deficiency of this substance in human skin cells. Over the years, natural elastins begin to be produced by our body in a significantly smaller volume, which is why sagging skin, loss of elasticity and tissue ptosis occur. A lack of collagen quickly affects a woman’s appearance - she ages rapidly, the contours of her face blur and lose their clear contours.
Our dermis resembles a microscopic mesh, with small gaps between molecules and cells. It is thanks to them that the skin can breathe, as well as absorb from the outside and absorb substances applied to it that are part of masks, creams and lotions. Collagen molecules, getting together with the gelatin mask on the surface of the skin, penetrate the cells and restore elasticity and turgor, rejuvenating the appearance.
How gelatin affects facial skin ↑
With regular use, gelatin masks and compresses can restore your beauty and youth, making your face smoother and fresher. To do this, you can use both homemade recipes and finished products from the beauty industry based on animal collagen.
The easiest way to nourish the dermis with useful substances is to make a homemade gelatin mask. To do this, fill the ingredient package with a small amount of water at room temperature. Then we wait for the gelatin to swell, knead it until a homogeneous paste is obtained. Apply the mask to cleansed and prepared facial skin, leaving for twenty to thirty minutes.
- Preservation of youth: this measure will help prevent the worsening of wrinkles and facial furrows.
- Return of elasticity: with systematic care (3-4 times a week), such a mask can improve the condition of the dermis.
- Even complexion and smooth skin: in addition to the rejuvenating effect, gelatin masks also work well against dull complexion and skin texture.
After using the recipe, you need to apply a moisturizing day cream or facial milk to retain the elastin fibers inside the cells and consolidate the resulting effect. With regular use, masks based on edible gelatin return the skin to a toned appearance and give a noticeable lifting effect.
If your ingredient does not dissolve well in cool water, then heat the mask in a water bath. In this case, the grains and granules will quickly dissolve, and you will get a homogeneous thick paste, ideal for cosmetic procedures.
Gelatin inside for facial skin ↑
In addition to folk recipes that include masks, gelatin can also be taken orally, since this ingredient is food grade. To do this, you can either prepare desserts based on it (for example, jelly with fruit juice), or consume it in a simply diluted form, a tablespoon a day shortly before meals.
When taking gelatin orally, it is also important to further strengthen the soft tissues and fibers of the dermis, for which it will be important to purchase a special vitamin complex. It is best to choose one that includes a group of B vitamins, which are incredibly beneficial for facial skin and its youth.
If the taste of pure gelatin seems unpleasant and specific to you, try diluting the substance not with plain water, but with juices (preferably fresh juices). It will not only taste better, but also be much healthier for the body.
In addition to a noticeable cosmetic effect, taking dietary collagen can relieve aching joints, strengthen bones, and restore mobility to the body. It also takes excellent care of your nails and is good for the beauty of your hair. However, if you have kidney disease and a tendency to constipation, it is better not to abuse the miracle product. In this case, cosmetologists and doctors recommend limiting yourself to masks and recipes for external use.
Let me remind you that cosmetics need to be selected taking into account the needs of your skin. In the article “How to determine your facial skin type” take online tests and see which one is most similar to your skin.
If you take a gelling substance in food, it is important to follow a schedule and not skip doses to drink the product in a course. In this case, dramatic and positive changes will be noticeable soon after completing the course. This will also allow you to forget about peeling nails and dry and flaky skin for a long time. After gelatin capsules, your face will look moisturized, nourished and radiant.
In order for collagen to be better absorbed, it is necessary to supplement the diet with vitamin C. By entering into synthesis with animal protein, this substance increases its penetrating ability, which is why the course of administration will be more effective.
I recommend that you read in more detail about the importance of vitamin C for the human body in my article “Vitamin C – signs of deficiency or excess and its dosage”
Recipe for female beauty ↑
The following recipe for facial rejuvenation is well known among people: a teaspoon of animal collagen is placed in a glass of warm milk, after which it is left for an hour and a half so that it swells well. Then you need to thoroughly stir the mixture and add a teaspoon of bee honey. This will improve the taste of the healing drink and additionally enrich it with useful microelements. Drink this drink on an empty stomach, shortly before meals. It will also be useful to add a couple of drops of lemon to saturate the body with vitamin C.
Typically, the course of admission varies within one month - from 20 days to 31. If you have severe problems with skin and hair health, then it is better to drink collagen twice a day for one month. But at the same time, make sure you have regular stools - often animal protein provokes problems with stool.
The primary benefit of gelatin for facial skin is the ability to maintain a blooming appearance and take care of your appearance and beauty at home, without expensive creams and painful procedures. You can easily combine masks with a course of taking collagen internally. For older women, it is recommended to repeat these sessions every couple of months to prevent wrinkles from getting worse.
Treating joints with gelatin is an easy procedure; you just need to drink 1 glass of the miracle drink a day. The only condition: this must be done on an empty stomach, half an hour before breakfast. The above recipe contains citric acid; it must be added to the drink: this significantly improves the digestibility of gelatin.
After a week of taking gelatin, you will notice that joint pain has stopped tormenting, and the condition of your hair, skin and nails has noticeably improved! A nice bonus, isn't it? The thing is that gelatin contains collagen, a protein that is the basis of all connective tissues of the body!
How to take gelatin
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp. edible gelatin granules
- 1 tbsp. water
- 1 tsp. lemon juice or 0.5 tablets of ascorbic acid
Preparation:
- Dilute the gelatin with warm water and let it swell a little.
- Add lemon juice or half a tablet of ascorbic acid, crushed into powder, to the mixture.
- Take this drink daily, you should do it on an empty stomach, 30-40 minutes before breakfast.
The benefits of gelatin are beyond doubt. The drink is recommended for everyone, it is the best prevention of any problems with bones and joints! In addition, the product will take care of your beauty from the inside.