How to firm the breast

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As time goes by, breasts lose their flexibility and elasticity and stop looking as firm as they once did. This happens as a result of the skin's ageing process, which becomes particularly pronounced from the 30's onwards due to the body's decreased production of elastin and collagen. Despite this, the breasts may also sag prematurely due to other factors such as sudden changes in weight, pregnancy, poor nutrition, inadequate bras, etc. The cosmetic industry offers many firming creams that give a more streamlined look to the breasts, but you can also make use of some natural products that we detail below.

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Every woman wants to have perfectly shaped breasts throughout her life. Sadly, this is not possible in most cases. Breast sagging is a natural process that happens with age wherein the breasts lose their suppleness and elasticity. Though saggy breasts usually start happening after a woman reaches 40, it can occur earlier. Apart from age, other factors that cause sagging breasts include breastfeeding, pregnancy, menopause, rapid weight loss or gain, strenuous exercise, nutritional deficiencies and wearing a poorly fitting bra.