In experts viewpoint the vitamins affect the skin. Its lack might just cause the skin to be lifeless, blotchy, dry or oily. Vitamins A, E, C & D keep the skin resilient. Vitamin E & c are the simplest form of anti-oxidants and are found in the citrus fruits and veggies. Anti-oxidants help prevent skin damage from free radicals (from pollution, cigarette smoke & sunlight ) that can break through the membrane that protects the skin’s cells & cause inflammation, visible lines & wrinkles. Vitamin A helps prevent sun damage and vitamin C accelerates skin healing. Vitamin C & D have also been known of having the prowess to pass through the skin layers & help heal tissue damaged by burn or injury.
Vitamin A :
It brings in a healthy skin. A serious lack or excess intake can cause dry & rough skin. It as well is a good emollient but it is not as effective as its chemically created sister : rtinoin or Retin-A, which attaches itself to a receptor on the skin cell to help exfoliate the skin and form healthy new cells. Synthetic vitamin A like compounds called retinoids applied directly to the skin have been used to treat acne and skin wrinkling and mottled pigmentation caused by chronic sun exposure. Used systematically , retinoids such as isotretinoin (accutane) and etretinate treat acne and help prevent skin cancer in those at very high risk.
Vitamin C :
Also known by its chemical name ascorbic acid it plays its crucial role in healing skin wound and in preventing scurvy. It is similar to AHAs (alpha hydroxyl acids) in terms of efficacy. There is evidence that applying topical vitamin C will help rejuvenate the skin and make it appear younger by activating the oxidizing influences to which the skin is subjected. When used for skin care Vitamin C fights off free radicals. Your skin is constantly assaulted by free radicals that break down the collagen and elastin which are essential to keep the skin firm and healthy. It is this vitamin that is thought to strengthen the damaged collagen and elastin in the dermis (the deepest layers in the skin). It is very efficacious but it also loses its potent very quickly, which can make a cream worthless. Vitamin C derivatives have L– ascorbic acid as its most stable form. Its packing is important as vitamin C can oxidize pretty fast when in air contact. The product must be in an air tight brown glass bottle or metal tube, which will screen out light and prevent air from seeping in. Both AHAs and Vitamin C will reduce the signs of ageing . For dry skin use a vitamin C cream or serum in the morning and an AHA based cream at night. For the oily skins an AHA or salicylic acid cleanser or toner works best in the morning followed by vitamin C serum at night.
Vitamin D :
Vitamin D is formed in the body, partly by interaction with sunlight. Vitamin D an anti-oxidant and anti-carcinogen, may playa role in skin pigmentation. Since it can be absorbed by the skin , applying this vitamin topically can have an effect on skin’s health. Vitamin D is toxic in large amounts and mega dozes should be avoided. Sunbathing , however will not result in an overdose.
Vitamin E :
An anti-oxidant it can help prevent free radical damage. Based on the observation that skin damage caused by the sun and other environmental agents are induced by the free radicals, there is the possibility that vitamin E may be effective in preventing skin damage. It is being used more and more in skin preparations and lipsticks as a way to fend off the damage. Vitamin E oil, which assists in general skin healing and condition , can also reduce the appearance of stretch marks.
Vitamin A :
It brings in a healthy skin. A serious lack or excess intake can cause dry & rough skin. It as well is a good emollient but it is not as effective as its chemically created sister : rtinoin or Retin-A, which attaches itself to a receptor on the skin cell to help exfoliate the skin and form healthy new cells. Synthetic vitamin A like compounds called retinoids applied directly to the skin have been used to treat acne and skin wrinkling and mottled pigmentation caused by chronic sun exposure. Used systematically , retinoids such as isotretinoin (accutane) and etretinate treat acne and help prevent skin cancer in those at very high risk.
Vitamin C :
Also known by its chemical name ascorbic acid it plays its crucial role in healing skin wound and in preventing scurvy. It is similar to AHAs (alpha hydroxyl acids) in terms of efficacy. There is evidence that applying topical vitamin C will help rejuvenate the skin and make it appear younger by activating the oxidizing influences to which the skin is subjected. When used for skin care Vitamin C fights off free radicals. Your skin is constantly assaulted by free radicals that break down the collagen and elastin which are essential to keep the skin firm and healthy. It is this vitamin that is thought to strengthen the damaged collagen and elastin in the dermis (the deepest layers in the skin). It is very efficacious but it also loses its potent very quickly, which can make a cream worthless. Vitamin C derivatives have L– ascorbic acid as its most stable form. Its packing is important as vitamin C can oxidize pretty fast when in air contact. The product must be in an air tight brown glass bottle or metal tube, which will screen out light and prevent air from seeping in. Both AHAs and Vitamin C will reduce the signs of ageing . For dry skin use a vitamin C cream or serum in the morning and an AHA based cream at night. For the oily skins an AHA or salicylic acid cleanser or toner works best in the morning followed by vitamin C serum at night.
Vitamin D :
Vitamin D is formed in the body, partly by interaction with sunlight. Vitamin D an anti-oxidant and anti-carcinogen, may playa role in skin pigmentation. Since it can be absorbed by the skin , applying this vitamin topically can have an effect on skin’s health. Vitamin D is toxic in large amounts and mega dozes should be avoided. Sunbathing , however will not result in an overdose.
Vitamin E :
An anti-oxidant it can help prevent free radical damage. Based on the observation that skin damage caused by the sun and other environmental agents are induced by the free radicals, there is the possibility that vitamin E may be effective in preventing skin damage. It is being used more and more in skin preparations and lipsticks as a way to fend off the damage. Vitamin E oil, which assists in general skin healing and condition , can also reduce the appearance of stretch marks.
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