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Flawless skin is on everyone’s skincare wishlist, but not everyone knows how to get it. Sure, you can try new cleansers and moisturizers, but those products won’t do much if you don’t make some lifestyle changes, too.
“The beauty of the skin is that you can affect it from both inside and out,” says dermatologist Doris Day, MD, author of Forget the Facelift: Turn Back the Clock with a Revolutionary Program for Ageless Skin. “I recommend going for as much variety and color as possible in your diet. Try snacking on blueberries, strawberries, grapefruit, kale, spinach, and different kinds of peppers.”
In addition to eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly, it’s also suggested that you take vitamins and supplements to replenish the necessary minerals that your skin needs to stay healthy and free of acne, wrinkles, and dark spots.
Not sure which vitamins target your skincare woes? Here are the ones dermatologists recommended for an overall better complexion:
Zinc
Kal Zinc Lemon 5 mg 60 ActivMelt Tablets ($5.01)
Zinc works to repair damaged skin tissue and heal wounds. Research even suggests that the mineral can be effective in treating acne because of its anti-inflammatory properties. And if you have oily skin, zinc will help reduce the amount of natural oil produced in the skin.
Fish Oil
Nature's Bounty Odor-Less Fish Oil ($10.82)
"Omega-3 fatty acids help keep the top outer layer of the skin strong and intact so that external toxins and pollutants are kept out," says dermatologist David E. Bank, MD, director of the Center for Dermatology, Cosmetic and Laser Surgery in Mount Kisco, N.Y. It also helps eliminate flaky, dehydrated skin, calms signs of redness, and clear acne with its anti-inflammatory properties.
Vitamin A
Carlson Labs Vitamin A ($13.70)
Vitamin A protects the skin against UV damage and slows any visible signs of aging. By supporting collagen production and healthy skin production, this powerful vitamin will help prevent sagging skin, fine lines, wrinkles, sun-induced redness, pigmentation, and sensitivity.
Beta-Carotene
Bluebonnet Nutrition Natural Beta-Carotene ($18)
Beta-carotene is converted into vitamin A, which is vital for the maintenance of healthy skin, and prevents premature aging by acting as an antioxidant and protectant from UV rays, pollution, and other environmental hazards. If dull skin is your main concern, beta-carotene will help you obtain a healthy, natural glow. And, it can even help those with dry skin, too!
Vitamin C
Olympian Labs Vitamin C ($14.15)
Vitamin C's antioxidant properties and role in collagen synthesis make it a vital molecule for the skin. It can help prevent and treat damage from UV ray exposure, improve dry skin, and decrease any visible wrinkles on the skin. If you suffer from acne scars, vitamin C's brightening properties can help reduce their appearance, too!
