Skin Nerd: How to choose a supplement for a more resilient skin barrier

Healthy winter skin requires internal nourishment as well as topical skincare...

Skin Nerd: Healthy winter skin requires internal nourishment as well as topical skincare.

According to research, global food, drink and supplement launches containing functional beauty claims have increased by 78%. This merging of beauty and wellness presents a more holistic approach to self-care — and one that I fully stand behind!

Reflecting The Skin Nerd’s 360-degree approach to skin health, interest in ingestible beauty encourages consumers to be more mindful of the importance of a balanced diet and adequate hydration when it comes to addressing skin health issues. Our philosophy at The Skin Nerd is “inside, outside, on top”. The inside is your diet and supplements, outside is your skincare and on top is SPF and mineral makeup (if makeup is desired). In the winter months, many find that their skin can need a helping hand when it comes to tackling issues such as dehydration, redness, and dull skin. The first place to start is your diet. A balanced diet means including foods rich in vitamin A, essential fatty acids, vitamin C, minerals such as zinc and other key skin nutrients as your cornerstone. While there is no replacement for healthy eating, I recommend supplements for those who struggle to get an adequate intake from their diet. The main supplements I’d recommend are vitamin A, vitamin C and essential fatty acids. Let’s examine why we should be aware of our intake of these during the colder seasons: