5 Vitamins You Should Be Taking For Perfect Skin, According To Dermatologists
March 16, 2018 by Emily Belfiore
Everyone wants perfect skin that’s free of pimples, redness, dark spots, fine lines and wrinkles. But, not everyone knows where to start. Trying a new cleanser, moisturizer or serum may seem like the perfect solution, but dermatologists say that the answer to clear skin actually lies in what you put into your body instead of on it.
“Vitamins are crucial to maintaining the proper structure of the skin,” explains New York City-based dermatologist Dr. Macrene Alexiades-Armenakas., who helps perfect the complexions of some of Hollywood’s finest. “Vitamin deficiencies cause redness, flaking, and a breakdown of the skin barrier or a decrease in collagen production. [People with] oily or acne-prone [skin] should take beta-carotene or vitamin A, which mimic the effects of Accutane. [People with] dry, cracked skin should focus on building the skin barrier, so take high omega-containing supplements.”
When it comes to the best skin-enhancing vitamins, skincare experts recommend taking vitamin C, selenium, omega-3 fatty acids, zinc and vitamin E because they work to correct multiple skincare problems. Here’s how they’ll help you get the perfect skin you’ve been dreaming of: