In fact, according to Perretta, it can take at least three months before the benefits become visible. “Each supplement is unique and everyone is different, so some individuals start to see results earlier,” she says. It goes without saying that consistency and commitment pay off, so don’t make the mistake I initially did of disregarding a supplement because you finished your 30-day supply without noticing a complete transformation.
Some might argue that the nutrients provided by food should suffice, and of course a diet naturally rich in vitamins and minerals is ideal, but it’s not always achievable. “Diets low in fruits and vegetables, omega 3 fatty acids, and high in refined carbohydrates, saturated fat, and salt may cause abnormalities to our skin structure and function,” explains Alex Glover, Senior Nutritionist at Holland & Barrett. Which is where supplements come in. Boosting your diet with specific ingredients that have proven skincare benefits can help to fill in the gaps and allow you to adopt a fully holistic 360-degree approach to skincare.
So, where to start? While the world of skincare products can be overwhelming, it has nothing on the supplement market. In the UK, supplements are classed as foodstuffs, which means they come under a completely different set of rules and regulations to skincare products. You’ll notice this in the way they’re marketed; with an emphasis on research-backed evidence over results-driven descriptions. This means that it’s not always super easy to figure out how a supplement might benefit your specific skin type and concerns.
Here’s where I come in… Whether your skin is dry, oily, ageing, or breakout-prone, I’ve done the hard work for you and curated the ultimate edit of skin supplements to shop now.
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