elastin
noun
elas·tin
i-ˈla-stən 
: a protein that is similar to collagen and is the chief constituent of elastic fibers
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The formula boasts peptides that reduce skin irritation, stimulate elastin and collagen, and use mineral SPF to protect against UVA/UVB rays.
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 14 Dec. 2024
Avoid ultraviolet ray exposure: UV rays can break down collagen and mess up the production of elastin in your skin.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
This process occurs when sugar molecules attach to proteins like collagen and elastin, which your skin needs to maintain elasticity and firmness.
—Lauren Panoff, Mph, Rd, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2024
Retinoids also stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, says Sobel, which helps firm up skin laxity.
—Emily Orofino, Allure, 29 Oct. 2024
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 14 Dec. 2024
Avoid ultraviolet ray exposure: UV rays can break down collagen and mess up the production of elastin in your skin.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
This process occurs when sugar molecules attach to proteins like collagen and elastin, which your skin needs to maintain elasticity and firmness.
—Lauren Panoff, Mph, Rd, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2024
Retinoids also stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, says Sobel, which helps firm up skin laxity.
—Emily Orofino, Allure, 29 Oct. 2024
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“Elastin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elastin. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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elastin
noun
elas·tin
i-ˈlas-tən
: a protein that is similar to collagen and helps make up the elastic fibers of connective tissue
Medical Definition
elastin
noun
elas·tin
i-ˈlas-tən
: a protein that is similar to collagen and is the chief constituent of elastic fibers
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