Taking care of your beauty has to start from the inside—you are what you eat after all. Of recent, a lot of people seem to be catching on to this, with more and more women buying more supplements than traditional topical skin care products like serums.
With the explosion in the market for beauty supplements, it now seems as though there is a supplement promising you clearer skin, stronger nails, or healthier hair everywhere you turn. But how do you go about choosing supplements that are safe and highly likely to deliver on what they promise? Below we’ve outlined some features you should always look out for.
FDA Approval
The supplement market is not completely regulated by the FDA and as such, there are a lot of brands out there that make baseless claims or add harmful chemicals to their supplements (or both).
To stay healthy, and avoid wasting money on scams, it is best to take supplements that have been approved by the FDA. This ensures that they have been put through rigorous testing and evaluation to make sure that they are effective and also safe for your consumption.
There will be some non-FDA approved supplements that are also safe to take, and if you decide to purchase one, look out for certifications from independent assessors and organizations such as ConsumerLab and NSF. Certification from these organizations means that the product is pure and safe for your consumption.
Filler Ingredients and Additives
You should do some research to get yourself familiar with the ingredients that go into the creation of beauty supplements. Then, before you purchase any supplement, read its label carefully, and scrutinize the listed ingredients.
It is best to avoid supplements with ingredients such as magnesium stearate, artificial coloring, and titanium dioxide. These ingredients are often referred to as “fillers”. They are intended to make the supplements more attractive and palatable. But they can cause adverse effects and make it difficult for your body to absorb the vitamins.
Beauty-Boosting Vitamins and Minerals
It is important to know what ingredients to avoid. But, you should also know what ingredients you should be looking for in a beauty supplement. The ideal beauty supplement should have one or more of the following ingredients:
- Biotin
- Vitamin C
- Collagen
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin E
- Omega 3 fatty acids
- Hyaluronic acid
- Zinc
All of the above ingredients are highly beneficial to your overall health but they also have specific benefits for beauty. Some help fight acne, eczema, and other skin problems whilst others help prevent hair loss and contribute to healthier hair and nails.
Choosing the Best Supplements
While it is now widely accepted that certain dietary supplements can help improve the health of your skin, and beauty in general, the hard part is finding the right ones. The unregulated nature of the supplement market often means that companies can promise that their supplement does things it can’t do, and you will be left with a wasted investment. To avoid this, simply apply the tips we have shared in this article.
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