If you find yourself dealing with dull skin or premature signs of ageing despite working out frequently, having your stress levels under control and following a good skincare routine, know that it’s time to change your diet. Our skincare habits, lifestyle and diet work in unison to determine the health of our skin. Following a skincare routine is important; but so is exercising regularly and eating a nutritious diet.
Here are four vitamins you can include in your diet for younger-looking skin.
01. Vitamin E
Due to its superior moisturising properties, vitamin E is widely used in skincare products to retain moisture in the skin. In fact, a lot of sunscreens contain this essential vitamin that protects the skin from UVB rays and free radical damage. Also known as the beauty vitamin, vitamin E is antioxidant in nature, which means it helps protect skin from the effects of ageing. It can be obtained from foods like green vegetables, seeds, nuts, corn-soybean oil, etc.
02. Vitamin C
Vitamin C accelerates the healing and cell renewal process in the body, it also helps in recovering tissue damage. Regular intake of this vitamin ensures protection from the effects of environmental aggressors like pollution, radiation, and cigarette smoke. While the topical application will help fade dark spots, fight free radical damage and brighten skin tone, consuming this vitamin through food will accelerate the process. Citrus fruits like orange, lemon pomegranate are rich in vitamin C.
03. Vitamin K
Vitamin K is not the most popular vitamin on the block, but it’s an important ingredient that promotes beautiful and healthy skin. Rich in antioxidants, it fights the signs of ageing and plays a vital role in cell growth and tissue repair. It helps maintain skin elasticity and prevents issues related to ageing, especially dark under-eye circles. To include this vitamin in your diet, add spinach, kale, broccoli and lettuce to your grocery list RN!
04. Vitamin A
Probably the richest source of antioxidants, vitamin A or retinol is one of the most common ingredients used in anti-ageing skincare products. Topical application of vitamin A accelerates the dead skin shedding process and reduces wrinkles, fine lines. Vitamin A can be obtained from foods like eggs, fatty fish and supplements.
Written by Sanya Hamdani on Jun 25, 2020
Sanya Hamdani is a skincare enthusiast and lipstick hoarder, she truly believes no two red lipsticks look exactly alike. With a Master's degree in Communication & Journalism and 5+ years of digital writing experience up her sleeve, Sanya has some of the biggest beauty experts in the country on her speed dial. When she's not swatching products or writing about the latest trends in beauty, you will find her watching F.R.I.E.N.D.S. or cooking up a storm in the kitchen.