Elastin is a protein found in our bodies that gives tissues like skin, blood vessels, and lungs their ability to stretch and bounce back to their original shape after being stretched. Full definition
The research team studied mice that were genetically modified to have low levels of elastin in their blood vessels. (nih.gov)
That's why he's now looking for a compound that will prevent the cells from attacking elastin in mice. (sciencemag.org)
It also improves elastin production in the skin, which is essential to healing acne scars as well as smoothing fine lines and wrinkles. (mindbodygreen.com)