as in flexibility
the ability of something to return to its original shape after it has been stretched, pressed, bent, etc.
Rubber bands are favored for their elasticity.
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However, our body's collagen production begins to decline after age 40, leading to aging skin and a loss of elasticity.
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 8 Jan. 2025
Some studies show that collagen supplementation can improve skin elasticity, hydration and even reduce wrinkles.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 26 Dec. 2024
Skin Hydration Centella asiatica, when applied to the skin with a vitamin C serum, may improve skin hydration, elasticity, and firmness.
—Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 19 Dec. 2024
But The Rich Cream is a very good moisturizer with immediate and long-term benefits — for me, the biggest improvements lied in my skin’s elasticity and tone.
—Claire Sullivan, WWD, 2 Jan. 2025
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 8 Jan. 2025
Some studies show that collagen supplementation can improve skin elasticity, hydration and even reduce wrinkles.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 26 Dec. 2024
Skin Hydration Centella asiatica, when applied to the skin with a vitamin C serum, may improve skin hydration, elasticity, and firmness.
—Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 19 Dec. 2024
But The Rich Cream is a very good moisturizer with immediate and long-term benefits — for me, the biggest improvements lied in my skin’s elasticity and tone.
—Claire Sullivan, WWD, 2 Jan. 2025
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“Elasticity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elasticity. Accessed 10 Feb. 2025.
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