All of these problems and many more indicate the lack of proper nutrition. Poor diet, drugs, alcohol, excessive sun exposure, environmental toxins and tobacco smoke increase free radical damage and decrease enzyme activity. Free radicals oxidize cells, making normal cell metabolism impossible. Enzymes can help prevent or treat skin damage by fighting these free radicals and reducing stress on bodily systems. The skin reflects our overall health and acts as a barrier against the outside world, is the largest organ and is composed primarily of collagen.
Collagen fibers form an elastin network that makes up connective tissues.
The skins elasticity, strength and smoothness come from the makeup of the collagen fibers. To measure the amount of free radical damage you must perform the skin elasticity test. Grasp the skin on the back of the hand between the thumb and index finger. Raise the skin and release it. The skin fold should immediately flatten.