How Supplements Support Our Appearance from Within

Our skin reflects the overall health of the body. We know that vitamins can affect skin health, but which vitamins actually work? What are the best vitamins for skincare? How can supplements support the skin's beauty from within?

Vitamin C and vitamin E are two powerful antioxidants that help protect cells from damage. Both vitamins are often used as ingredients in skincare products and cosmetics.

Vitamin C is known as an effective serum that improves skin texture by adding moisture. This can reduce the visibility of fine lines. Vitamin C also has anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce redness and irritation in the skin. Additionally, it provides some protection against the sun's UVA and UVB rays. A body with sufficient vitamin C also heals wounds faster. Aarja Health's Vitamin C 500 contains zinc, which also contributes to healthy hair and strong nails.

Vitamin C is found in both the outer and inner layers of the skin, called the epidermis and dermis. It acts as a building block for collagen – a natural protein essential for skin, connective tissue, and joints. Collagen makes up a large part of the body's proteins. After the age of 30, the body's collagen production begins to decline.

When considering collagen supplements, hydrolyzed type II collagen can be a good choice, as it is easier to absorb. Aarja Health's Collagen with pine bark contains 20 mg of pine bark extract per tablet, sourced from pure forests in Finnish Lapland and rich in natural antioxidants. In Scandinavia, pine needle tea has been used for centuries for these health benefits.

Vitamin E is known for its ability to fight free radicals and protect the skin from harmful influences such as air pollution and cigarette smoke. The antioxidants in vitamin E also protect the skin from sun damage. The skin's natural oils help keep it moist, but dry skin can benefit from extra vitamin E supplementation. Like vitamin C, vitamin E also has strong anti-inflammatory properties.

Vitamin D is known as the sunshine vitamin. The skin produces it when exposed to sunlight, and it is further activated in the liver and kidneys. The outermost skin cells (keratinocytes) are the same cells that produce vitamin D. This vitamin is important for the growth and development of skin cells. Studies have shown that it can help improve skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema.

It is important to take vitamin D as a supplement, especially during the winter months when we get little sun. Aarja Health's Vitamin D3 + lingon is a tasty chewable supplement that contains 100 µg (4000 IU) of vitamin D3 with high bioavailability.

Including healthy fats in the diet, such as omega-3 from krill oil, can give the skin an extra boost. Omega-3 can help reduce dryness, redness, and inflammation, and provide softer and more radiant skin. Although many omega-3 supplements come from fish, there are also vegan options, such as Aarja Health's Vegan Omega-3 based on microalgae.

Adding vitamin C and E, collagen, and omega-3 to the body are good first steps toward healthy skin. Beauty truly is built from within.