We’re no strangers to the dry knuckles, cracked lips, and flakey faces that come along with winter’s cold winds. When the weather is keeping your skin dull and lifeless, you may be tempted to try anything and everything in order to bring yourself back to your best. However, many facial products contain harsh chemicals that can exacerbate the problem—over-exfoliation with these kinds of ingredients can cause even more drying.
Luckily, there are just as many natural remedies as manufactured ones, many of which are in the vitamin aisle at your local health food store. Read on for a list of the most skin-brightening vitamins and supplements in Sandy.
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Zinc has been used in dermatologic therapies for centuries. Its flexibility to be used as both a topical application or via oral administration is one of its strengths in treating conditions such as acne, rosacea, and even warding off skin cancer.
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You may have heard of retinoid therapy for severe cases of acne, but did you know that retinoids are just a type of Vitamin A? While some of these stronger medications must be acquired via prescriptions, Vitamin A itself is efficient as an anti-wrinkle and skin brightening treatment.
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Vitamin C is mostly touted for its immune-boosting properties, but as an antioxidant, it is capable of preventing free radical damage to all parts of your body, including your skin! Research has also shown that Vitamin C can fight skin aging and hyperpigmentation.
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Finally, Vitamin K helps your body to heal bruises and other injuries by assisting your blood in coagulation. This means that Vitamin K can also help with other circulatory problems that may manifest on your skin, reversing dark spots and scars for brighter winter skin.
If you’ve decided that your skin needs a boost to make it to Spring, these winter skin remedies are easy to find at stores like Shirlyn’s Natural Foods, where you’ll find a large selection of vitamins and supplements in Sandy. Your skin will thank you!
