Anti-wrinkle creams that really work... 1  A chemical called Matrixyl used in some anti-wrinkle creams may double the amount of collagen in skin. 2  Collagen is needed to keep skin elastic and give it a plump, youthful feel-but production declines with age. 3  Scientists say Matrixyl can help the skin produce more.
Bromelain is an enzyme found in pineapple juice and in the pineapple stem. People use it for medicine. Bromelain is used for reducing swelling (inflammation), especially of the nose and sinuses, after surgery or injury.
Benefits of Pineapples. 1. Bromelain. The bromelain content of the pineapple core and stem helps the body break down protein particles during digestion, encouraging overall digestive health. Bromelain also has anti-inflammatory, anti-clotting and natural detox properties.