Benefits of orally administered antioxidants for the skin
Posted by Ivatherm
The benefits of antioxidants for skin health are well-known and justified by their ability to slow down the cellular aging process. Antioxidants are naturally found in a variety of foods, such as berries, citrus fruits, cruciferous vegetables, nuts, and oilseeds, but they are also used as adjuvants in dietary supplements and skin care products.
Many skin care products contain antioxidants, such as retinoids, vitamin C, and vitamin E, but topical care is not enough when it comes to epidermal health. Ingesting antioxidant-rich foods and taking dietary supplements that contain them are also important for skin health and beauty.
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What are antioxidants and what are their effects on skin health?
Antioxidants are substances that combat oxidative stress and fight against the harmful effects of free radicals, which is why they have earned their place in the prevention and treatment of conditions such as cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases, as well as remedies against diabetes and several types of cancer. Natural or synthetic, antioxidants such as vitamins A, C, and E, selenium, zinc, carotenoids, flavonoids, and glutathione, have the role of protecting the skin against ultraviolet radiation and environmental factors, thereby preventing its premature aging.
Numerous studies promote the oral and topical administration of antioxidants as the most convenient method to improve skin health. Because some of them are naturally present in the epidermis – for example, carotenoids and zinc – they help cellular regeneration and implicitly inhibit the formation of fine lines and wrinkles.
How do antioxidants work to support skin health?
The mechanisms of action of antioxidants are numerous. Regarding skin health and beauty, the most important effects of these compounds, without being limited to them, are:
reducing the risk of DNA damage caused by ultraviolet radiation and environmental factors;
supporting hydration;
stimulating endogenous collagen and elastin production;
reducing the appearance of wrinkles and skin hyperpigmentation;
supporting healing processes and cellular regeneration;
reducing inflammation in the skin;
softening the skin.
Antioxidants also play an important role in preventing the appearance of several skin conditions. For example, several studies involving patients diagnosed with conditions such as vitiligo, atopic dermatitis, or acne have correlated these conditions with vitamin E deficiency.
The best antioxidants for the skin
According to recent research, the list of beneficial antioxidants for the skin includes vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin C, selenium, zinc, copper, carotenoids (beta-carotene, lutein, lycopene), polyphenols (plant compounds such as silymarin, epicatechin, curcumin, genistein, resveratrol, and bakuchiol).
While dietary intake and topical application are important, many of these antioxidants are also available as dietary supplements. The most abundant and potent, vitamin C, however, is bioavailable in this form to a fairly limited extent, if we relate strictly to its activity at the skin level. This is precisely why it is important to take dietary supplements in conjunction with a balanced diet and appropriate skin care, which requires the topical application of cosmetics containing antioxidants.
Furthermore, in the case of some of them, optimized absorption can also support the regulation of endogenous levels of other antioxidants – for example, the administration of vitamin C through all three mentioned routes (nutrition, dietary supplements, cosmetics) stimulates the natural production of vitamin E in the skin.
What are antioxidant dietary supplements?
Antioxidant dietary supplements contain these compounds in concentrated forms, with the precise purpose of neutralizing the effects of free radicals naturally produced by the body during normal processes such as digestion. Environmental factors (UV radiation and pollutants), smoking or exposure to chemicals (e.g., pesticides), as well as nutrition and a disordered lifestyle can negatively influence free radicals, increasing their quantity and thus preventing the body from regulating their level. This process is called oxidative stress and, over time, leads to cellular aging and the development of potentially fatal diseases such as cancer.
The main antioxidants that neutralize free radicals in the body are vitamins A, C, and E, and selenium. Antioxidant dietary supplements can contain between 70% and 1660% of the recommended daily allowance for these key nutrients. That's why it's important to always check these values and ensure that the intake is balanced to truly promote skin health, longevity, and beauty.
News from Ivatherm: dietary supplements for skin health
Because we have access to and also promote the latest technologies and a holistic approach to skincare, we decided not to limit ourselves strictly to externally treating skin problems.
Thus, Ivatherm's portfolio has introduced two new products in the dietary supplements category:
Ivatherm Collagen Elastin
Intended to complement an anti-aging skincare routine, Collagen Elastin is a dietary supplement specially designed to maintain skin firmness and elasticity, as well as to support hair and nail health.
It contains collagen and elastin peptides, L-lysine (an essential amino acid that ensures endogenous collagen production), and antioxidants, such as vitamin C obtained from Acerola powder, and zinc. Thus, its beneficial effects include combating the harmful and visible effects of free radicals on the skin, as well as its calming and anti-inflammatory effect.
Administered daily, Collagen Elastin effectively fights against the signs of skin aging, diminishing fine lines and wrinkles and stimulating the healing of any lesions on the epidermis.
Sweetened with steviol glycosides from Stevia and enriched with a subtle and natural berry flavor, Collagen Elastin is a water-soluble powder that is easy to administer orally. For optimal effects, combine it with an anti-aging skincare routine, specifically with cosmetic products from the IvaRG, UNA, or Glykolift ranges.
Pycnogenol® Vitamin C 500 mg
Recommended alongside products from the Ivawhite dermocosmetic range, Pycnogenol® Vitamin C 500 mg brightens the skin and evens out skin tone, reducing the appearance of pigmentation spots.
Vitamins C and E, as well as proanthocyanidins obtained from grape seeds, are the star antioxidants in this product, and together with French maritime pine extract and pomegranate extract, they inhibit tyrosinase and provide photoprotection, significantly improving skin appearance, maintaining the integrity of its protective barrier function, and supporting extracellular matrix homeostasis.
Sweetened with steviol glycosides from Stevia and enriched with a subtle pear flavor, Pycnogenol® Vitamin C 500 mg is a water-soluble powder that supports skin health, restoring its radiant and luminous appearance associated with good health.
Benefits of orally administered antioxidants for skin health
Oral administration of vitamins and antioxidants can improve your skin's health and appearance. Vitamins C and E or selenium, for example, protect the skin against the harmful effects of sun exposure.
Here are the most important antioxidants for skin health, whose effects are quickly noticeable when they come from sources like dietary supplements:
Vitamin A, also known as retinol, is essential for cell growth and regeneration and can be administered both orally and topically for optimal effects on skin health.
Coenzyme Q10 is another powerful antioxidant, known for its protective role on skin cells. Naturally produced by the skin, it improves its elasticity and texture.
Vitamin C or ascorbic acid is an antioxidant that contributes to cellular regeneration and improves healing processes in the skin. It is one of the most intensely studied antioxidants for the skin, stimulates natural collagen production, and effectively combats pigmentation spots.
Vitamin E helps the body regulate retinol levels, an essential compound for skin health. It also maintains skin hydration and has healing properties.
Selenium is a mineral that protects the skin against the harmful action of ultraviolet radiation and prevents the premature appearance of wrinkles.
Folic acid protects against the harmful effects of solar radiation and is proven to be more effective when applied and administered together with vitamins C and E.
Phytoextracts or botanical extracts, such as green tea or white tea, coffee, or rosemary, are often incorporated into topical and oral formulas that promote skin health and beyond.
Niacinamide or vitamin B3 is another powerful antioxidant that improves skin texture and evens out its tone, actively fighting pigmentation spots.
Resveratrol is a compound found in both dermocosmetic products and dietary supplements, known for its effect of promoting natural collagen and elastin production.
Curcumin is a polyphenol obtained from turmeric, with anti-inflammatory properties. It is often applied topically and administered orally to combat hyperpigmentation.
The beauty and health of the skin are influenced by both external factors, such as sun exposure, and internal factors, such as diet or aging. A comprehensive approach to care, targeting both categories, significantly increases the effectiveness of the results. Ivatherm supports skin health and helps you maintain your beauty with dermocosmetic products and, now, also with dietary supplements. Give your skin the care it needs, from the inside out!
Echipa Ivatherm
Conținutul IvaStories este creat de echipa Ivatherm, brand romanesc de dermatocosmetice fondat de Dr. Rucsandra Hurezeanu. Produsele Ivatherm sunt formulate cu Apă Termală Herculane și sunt testate dermatologic, recomandate de medici specialiști.
Benefits of orally administered antioxidants for the skin
The benefits of antioxidants for skin health are well-known and justified by their ability to slow down the cellular aging process. Antioxidants are naturally found in a variety of foods, such as berries, citrus fruits, cruciferous vegetables, nuts, and oilseeds, but they are also used as adjuvants in dietary supplements and skin care products.
Many skin care products contain antioxidants, such as retinoids, vitamin C, and vitamin E, but topical care is not enough when it comes to epidermal health. Ingesting antioxidant-rich foods and taking dietary supplements that contain them are also important for skin health and beauty.
Table of Contents
What are antioxidants and what are their effects on skin health?
Antioxidants are substances that combat oxidative stress and fight against the harmful effects of free radicals, which is why they have earned their place in the prevention and treatment of conditions such as cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases, as well as remedies against diabetes and several types of cancer. Natural or synthetic, antioxidants such as vitamins A, C, and E, selenium, zinc, carotenoids, flavonoids, and glutathione, have the role of protecting the skin against ultraviolet radiation and environmental factors, thereby preventing its premature aging.
Numerous studies promote the oral and topical administration of antioxidants as the most convenient method to improve skin health. Because some of them are naturally present in the epidermis – for example, carotenoids and zinc – they help cellular regeneration and implicitly inhibit the formation of fine lines and wrinkles.
How do antioxidants work to support skin health?
The mechanisms of action of antioxidants are numerous. Regarding skin health and beauty, the most important effects of these compounds, without being limited to them, are:
Antioxidants also play an important role in preventing the appearance of several skin conditions. For example, several studies involving patients diagnosed with conditions such as vitiligo, atopic dermatitis, or acne have correlated these conditions with vitamin E deficiency.
The best antioxidants for the skin
According to recent research, the list of beneficial antioxidants for the skin includes vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin C, selenium, zinc, copper, carotenoids (beta-carotene, lutein, lycopene), polyphenols (plant compounds such as silymarin, epicatechin, curcumin, genistein, resveratrol, and bakuchiol).
While dietary intake and topical application are important, many of these antioxidants are also available as dietary supplements. The most abundant and potent, vitamin C, however, is bioavailable in this form to a fairly limited extent, if we relate strictly to its activity at the skin level. This is precisely why it is important to take dietary supplements in conjunction with a balanced diet and appropriate skin care, which requires the topical application of cosmetics containing antioxidants.
Furthermore, in the case of some of them, optimized absorption can also support the regulation of endogenous levels of other antioxidants – for example, the administration of vitamin C through all three mentioned routes (nutrition, dietary supplements, cosmetics) stimulates the natural production of vitamin E in the skin.
What are antioxidant dietary supplements?
Antioxidant dietary supplements contain these compounds in concentrated forms, with the precise purpose of neutralizing the effects of free radicals naturally produced by the body during normal processes such as digestion. Environmental factors (UV radiation and pollutants), smoking or exposure to chemicals (e.g., pesticides), as well as nutrition and a disordered lifestyle can negatively influence free radicals, increasing their quantity and thus preventing the body from regulating their level. This process is called oxidative stress and, over time, leads to cellular aging and the development of potentially fatal diseases such as cancer.
The main antioxidants that neutralize free radicals in the body are vitamins A, C, and E, and selenium. Antioxidant dietary supplements can contain between 70% and 1660% of the recommended daily allowance for these key nutrients. That's why it's important to always check these values and ensure that the intake is balanced to truly promote skin health, longevity, and beauty.
News from Ivatherm: dietary supplements for skin health
Because we have access to and also promote the latest technologies and a holistic approach to skincare, we decided not to limit ourselves strictly to externally treating skin problems.
Thus, Ivatherm's portfolio has introduced two new products in the dietary supplements category:
Ivatherm Collagen Elastin
Intended to complement an anti-aging skincare routine, Collagen Elastin is a dietary supplement specially designed to maintain skin firmness and elasticity, as well as to support hair and nail health.
It contains collagen and elastin peptides, L-lysine (an essential amino acid that ensures endogenous collagen production), and antioxidants, such as vitamin C obtained from Acerola powder, and zinc. Thus, its beneficial effects include combating the harmful and visible effects of free radicals on the skin, as well as its calming and anti-inflammatory effect.
Administered daily, Collagen Elastin effectively fights against the signs of skin aging, diminishing fine lines and wrinkles and stimulating the healing of any lesions on the epidermis.
Sweetened with steviol glycosides from Stevia and enriched with a subtle and natural berry flavor, Collagen Elastin is a water-soluble powder that is easy to administer orally. For optimal effects, combine it with an anti-aging skincare routine, specifically with cosmetic products from the IvaRG, UNA, or Glykolift ranges.
Pycnogenol® Vitamin C 500 mg
Recommended alongside products from the Ivawhite dermocosmetic range, Pycnogenol® Vitamin C 500 mg brightens the skin and evens out skin tone, reducing the appearance of pigmentation spots.
Vitamins C and E, as well as proanthocyanidins obtained from grape seeds, are the star antioxidants in this product, and together with French maritime pine extract and pomegranate extract, they inhibit tyrosinase and provide photoprotection, significantly improving skin appearance, maintaining the integrity of its protective barrier function, and supporting extracellular matrix homeostasis.
Sweetened with steviol glycosides from Stevia and enriched with a subtle pear flavor, Pycnogenol® Vitamin C 500 mg is a water-soluble powder that supports skin health, restoring its radiant and luminous appearance associated with good health.
Benefits of orally administered antioxidants for skin health
Oral administration of vitamins and antioxidants can improve your skin's health and appearance. Vitamins C and E or selenium, for example, protect the skin against the harmful effects of sun exposure.
Here are the most important antioxidants for skin health, whose effects are quickly noticeable when they come from sources like dietary supplements:
The beauty and health of the skin are influenced by both external factors, such as sun exposure, and internal factors, such as diet or aging. A comprehensive approach to care, targeting both categories, significantly increases the effectiveness of the results. Ivatherm supports skin health and helps you maintain your beauty with dermocosmetic products and, now, also with dietary supplements. Give your skin the care it needs, from the inside out!
Echipa Ivatherm
Conținutul IvaStories este creat de echipa Ivatherm, brand romanesc de dermatocosmetice fondat de Dr. Rucsandra Hurezeanu. Produsele Ivatherm sunt formulate cu Apă Termală Herculane și sunt testate dermatologic, recomandate de medici specialiști.