We all turn to ‘celebs’ for inspiration on the latest treatment ideas, whether they are believed to be a fad or prove to be the next best thing. After all, celebs are under the most pressure to look their best and can afford the best treatments that money can buy.
So, when we heard that Jennifer Aniston got up close and personal with salmon sperm – something most people would run (or swim) a mile from, and used it as an anti-ageing facial treatment because it is ‘friendlier’ (see what we did there?) than the intrusive injection types, we knew we had to investigate.
So, let’s dig deep to go down under and find out whether this fishy treasure is the next fountain of youth, or just another miscalculated mess on her face…quite literally.
Why salmon sperm?
According to studies, Polydeoxyribonucleotide (PDRN) is a peptide that supports wound healing and shows promise for improving skin conditions like acne, psoriasis, and even burns.
Sadly, we cannot choose where we find these beauty-altering and beneficial compounds, and this one comes from salmon sperm (there is a rude pun in there somewhere). Nonetheless, most people will likely agree that if it does the trick, who cares where it comes from, right?
Especially, if everyone else is using it. So, who goes first? Well, lucky for us, it has already been social-proofed by Jennifer Anniston, and we can’t get a higher profile than that.
Jennifer told interviewers that her reason for doing it, besides its promising studies, is because she is uncomfortable using injection-related treatments. Weirdly, she felt that salmon sperm was less intrusive, and you can see her point if you can see beyond the ick.
She says that she no longer uses the treatment, which originated in Korea but grew in popularity in the USA – particularly Hollywood, because its effectiveness depends on your skin type and condition, but considers these treatments is the future of anti-ageing.
Jennifer’s peptide Routine
Jennifer says that she still relies on peptides as part of her daily routine, but mainly through supplementation in her morning coffee and smoothies after a workout. In fact, she believes in them so much that she has been the Chief Creative Officer for Vital Proteins, a brand that sells collagen peptides and amino-acids, since 2020.
But, what exactly are peptides?
Well, peptides are short chains of amino acids. Collagen is a peptide and one that is very important to our skin. Collagen is a naturally occurring protein in the body that helps provide strength and structure to tissues like skin, bones, muscles, and blood vessels.
It accounts for about one-third of the body’s total protein and is made up of amino acids such as glycine, proline, hydroxyproline, and arginine, which form its characteristic triple-helix structure.
As we age, collagen levels naturally decrease, causing the fibres to become thinner and weaker. To prevent this, many people take a collagen supplement that helps to maintain high reserves, which is believed to slow down the ageing process.
What does supplementing collagen do for your skin?
It is believed that collagen supplements benefit our skin health by enhancing its physiology and appearance. The benefits are considered to come from preserving strength and structure to maintaining hydration. There are studies supporting these effects.
In all, the three most common effects perceived by collagen supplementation include greater radiance, elasticity and hydration.
Collagen also offers promise in helping us recover from injury and maintain a healthy body composition.
What type of collagen should you take?
The body contains 28 different types of collagen, each with unique structures and functions.
‘Type I’ collagen is the most abundant and is believed to provide most of the skin-related benefits. It can be found in foods like meat, bone broth, and gelatin. However, if you prefer a more convenient option, collagen powders might be a better fit for your lifestyle.
How soon will I see the effect?
Like any supplement, seeing results from collagen may take some time.
Consistency is key, so it’s important to stick with your supplements even if the benefits aren’t immediately noticeable. If you are looking for more immediate results and want to use supplements to improve your recovery and maintain your look, speak to Opulent Aesthetics, where our specialist, Sadie, will go through our treatment options to see which is best for you.
Treatments of the future
Anti-ageing treatments have been around for as long as we have had mirrors, and they are only getting more advanced. New research emerges all the time, many utilising compounds found in the most unlikely of places, be it from snake venom to snail mucin and even looking at the DNA of jellyfish, which never die.
One thing is for sure, as science updates itself with the latest wonders our world has to support our pursuit of staying and looking younger, we will embed these discoveries into our treatment routines.
Final thoughts,
Treatments for anti-ageing and beauty enhancement are a personal choice and very much depend on your individual characteristics. No two people require the same approach and that’s why we tailor our treatment programs around your specific needs.
There is a whole world of growing science around programs, treatments and products, and Opulent Aesthetics is here to help you get the most out of it.
Book a call with Sadie today to see how we can help you.
But remember, you are beautiful as you are and that will never change.
