Retinol has long been the gold standard of anti-aging treatments. It produces nice results, but there are a number of side effects that make it impossible for many people to use.
How do Retinol and Methylene Blue work and what about Stem cell impact?
Our skin cells naturally turn over every 28 days. Retinol (aka Vit A, retinoids, retinaldehyde, retinoic acid) works to accelerate cell death and speeds up cell turnover to about 14 days. Those newly divided, young cells make more collagen and elastin than older cells, creating plump skin that shows fewer wrinkles.
Nice results, but this retinol approach has an unavoidable side effect. Adult human skin contains a finite number of progenitor (or stem) cells that are responsible for replenishing aged skin cells throughout your life. Retinol accelerates cell proliferation, which places higher demand on our skin stem cell reserves. Extended retinol use can impact your skin stem cells.
Overstimulation of stem cell activity will contribute to premature depletion or senescence of our precious skin stem cells, leading to thinner and more sensitive skin. As a result, Retinol will increase your susceptibility to UV radiation. If you love your Retinol cream, make sure to use a good SPF sunscreen before exposing your skin to the sun! Prolonged use can cause oxidative stress and inflammation, which can disrupt the stem cell niche—the supportive environment stem cells need to thrive.
Methylene Blue does the opposite! it extends the life of the skin cell and encourages cell proliferation. This little warrior enters the cell through its double lipid (fat) membrane layer to create mitochondrial health on the DNA level. When healthy cells turn over, they make many more healthy cells. And healthy cells make lots of collagen and elastin. Our STEM cells love this low stress-high benefit environment created by Methylene Blue.
Our research shows Methylene Blue outperforms Retinol and creates results without any side effects!
Study results:
https://bluelene.com/pages/methylene-blue-a-better-retinol-alternative
What are Collagen and Elastin?
Collagen and elastin are proteins that are present throughout the body. Collagen is found in tendons, bones, joints, and our skin, where it makes connective tissue that provides strength and structure. Elastin is found in our lungs, heart, skin, and blood vessels. It allows many tissues to resume their shape after stretching and contracting. We like to think of collagen as the scaffolding for the skin and elastin as water droplets that fill in the frame.
Sadly, collagen and elastin production decreases as we age, and our skin structure begins to change. Luckily there are things you can do to slow down the process. Maintaining a balanced and healthy diet is crucial for collagen and elastin production. Keeping your body hydrated, getting plenty of good sleep, avoiding stress and using sunscreen, are other important habits that maintain the production of these tissues. And of course, following a skincare routine that uses the best anti-aging ingredients is vital to the longevity of your skin.
How do you find products that support Collagen and Elastin Production?
Finding products that truly stimulate you own collagen and elastin production can be tricky.
Look for scientific data behind brands, not just marketing claims.
Bluelene with Methylene Blue is a line of anti-aging skin care products that has been scientifically proven to promote skin health and double collagen and elastin production. Meet Methylene Blue - the new Blue Retinol. Safe for all skin types - no irritation or inflammation and no worry about sun sensitivity!
Give your skin the love it deserves — try the best anti-aging products by Bluelene today!
