How to find the best supplements for younger looking skin

Skin ageing is a natural process, yet people spend a great deal of time and money trying to reverse or slow it down. While opinions vary greatly on how to do this, scientists agree on one thing and that is that skin ageing does not have one individual cause and responds best to a combined approach. 

If you want  to know which supplement is right for you, read the following tips on the best anti-ageing supplements from Dr. Jelena Vulevic, a microbiologist and co-creator of The Y Collection – gut and skin supplements. 

Some of the most popular anti-ageing skin supplements and what they can do for you 

Collagen 

While, according to some studies, collagen does have the potential to improve skin health, it would be wise to take many of the product claims with a pinch of salt. 

Most collagen-based supplements provide the amino acids required for collagen synthesis, but the results will depend, among other variables, on how well your body is operating to begin with. The better your body functions, the more efficiently it will be able to use those amino acids in the production of collagen. To this end, gut health will be especially important, as it affects both the absorption of those amino acids and how well they will be used in the collagen synthesis. 

Curcumin 

Curcumin is a component of turmeric, an Indian spice used for medicinal and culinary purposes. Its anti-inflammatory properties make it useful for reducing inflammation that’s already present, but not for its prevention. More complex and well-rounded supplements, such as Y SKIN, are required in order to prevent the accumulation of inflammation in the gut, allowing the body to fully reach its genetic potential.

Vitamins A, C, D and E 

Vitamins are among the most essential nutrients for our overall health, with vitamins A, C, D and E being especially important for skin health. Vitamin C, in particular, has been the subject of extensive research regarding its anti-ageing effects, with some studies suggesting benefits from its consumption in supplement form for boosting collagen production. 

Vitamin B12 

Vitamin B12 is one of those substances which are involved in a myriad of functions within the human body, and are therefore a go-to supplement to help with many different symptoms. Due to its role in the fundamental process of cell reproduction, a lack of vitamin B12 can interfere with our body’s ability to keep the skin young and healthy. Adequate intake of this vitamin will also be important to ensure that your hair and nails stay healthy, but there is no clear evidence that supplementation with vitamin B12 when a deficiency is not present will offer additional benefits. 

Prebiotics and Probiotics 

Both prebiotics and probiotics in supplement form are a great way to improve your gut function, and looking after your gastrointestinal health will result in benefits that go way beyond skin appearance.

Prebiotic and probiotic-based supplements such as Inner Health Restorative Probiotic require an ideal environment to produce the bioactives that enable a healthy gut function. If the gut has a good microbiota, meaning, if we have the diet and lifestyle habits that foster a good gut environment, then these microorganisms will produce  bioactives that will lead to better bodily functions and healthier skin.

Through innovative technology and thorough clinical research, you can now pick a supplement, such as Y SKIN, which directly delivers the required bioactives, regardless of those conditions. In fact, Y SKIN can be used as a complement to any of the supplements mentioned in this section, increasing their efficacy by optimising the body’s natural function. 

Resveratrol 

Resveratrol is a plant compound found in certain foods, such as peanuts and in the skin and seeds of grapes and berries, however it is difficult to consume enough of it to make an obvious difference through diet alone.  That’s why supplements were developed. 

As a polyphenol, resveratrol acts in the body by protecting it from free radical cellular damage, which can be responsible for the appearance of a number of age-related conditions. In addition to its more noticeable ability to protect our cardiovascular and brain functions, studies have also found evidence that the use of resveratrol as a dietary supplement can contribute towards better skin moisturization, texture and elasticity, and reduce the depth of wrinkles.

How the gut and skin are connected 

New research shows that there is a  direct link between gut health and skin health,  as both are organs of the body’s barrier system and have similar functions in defending the body against external threats.  It is known as the Gut-Skin axis and in addition to the connection with the brain, inflammation and nutrient absorption, represents ways in which gut health can impact skin health.. 

If the  digestive tract is out of balance, it will lead to excessive inflammation, and this will eventually show in the skin. In these cases, probiotics can help normalise gut function, although the ideal approach would be to prevent those issues through good lifestyle habits and the use of high-quality gut health supplements, such as Y GUT sensitive. If you are not sure how to find the best gut health supplements, the best formulas will include a mix of prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics. A good start would be to check if the label mentions bifidobacteria, which is a staple for immune function support.  These specific bacteria provide numerous health benefits to the human body, including improving skin barrier function by promoting the synthesis of ceramides  (these lock in moisture) and reducing the damage caused by UV radiation.

How to tell if your skin health supplements are working 

Although most anti-ageing products tend to focus on wrinkle reduction, skin health supplements like Y SKIN, contribute to more balanced immune and endocrine functions, and from the third week onwards you should start to feel more alert and energetic, experience less food-related digestive discomfort and even sleep better.  

Skin improvements will be noticeable  around the sixth week. It will be better hydrated, softer, with a healthy glow, and increased elasticity.

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