Vitamins and Skincare: Supplements for Acne Treatment and Skin Care

Skincare-News.com investigates how vitamins and oral supplements can be used to treat and prevent acne.

Sacramento, CA (PRWEB) January 1, 2008 -- While many of us are quick to grab a cream or ointment in our haste to make acne go away, there are treatments available that many people are not aware of. Skincare-News.com's latest article, "Growing Pains: Acne" discusses a host of new treatments to help alleviate the appearance of acne, including supplements. http://www.skincare-news.com/articles.php?ArtID=477

It's no secret that taking a multi-vitamin on a daily basis is good for the entire body, but there are acne-specific vitamins and minerals that can be taken to help clear the skin of blemishes as well. They are not miracle cures for acne and they need to be taken with care and caution. Always consult with a doctor before beginning to take any supplement.

There are many dietary supplements that may help strengthen and protect the skin from the bacteria that cause acne, but a few of the most effective are: vitamins A, C, E, biotin, zinc and silicon. Not only can each of these supplements be taken individually to help with acne, they can also be combined for a synergistic affect.

Vitamin A supports new cell growth and also helps regulate sebum production in the skin. When too much sebum is present on the skin, it can mix with dead skin cells, dirt and oil, creating a perfect breeding ground for blemishes or acne.

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid), found in oranges, grapefruit, lemons and limes is another acne buster that is easy to add into the diet. Ascorbic acid is required for tissue growth and healthy gums, aids in reducing levels of harmful cholesterol, and improves the texture and clarity of the skin by boosting collagen production, both when ingested and applied topically.

Vitamin E, another major anti-oxidant which helps combat acne, is also a super-potent scavenger of free radicals. In the body, Vitamin E protects cells from lipid oxidization and supports healthy cholesterol levels.

Biotin, a B vitamin, is also necessary for healthy hair and skin, and aids in cell growth and fatty acid production. Many skincare companies are savvy to the benefits of this vitamin, as well, and it is popping up in skincare products and blemish treatments alike.

Minerals are also important supplements to include in an acne-blasting skincare diet, especially zinc and silicon. An essential mineral, zinc is needed for protein synthesis and collagen production and it helps speed the healing of wounds and boosts the immune system.

Silicon is also a defender of clear and glowing skin. Often seen in skincare products as silica, silicon is the one of the most abundant elements on the planet (second only to oxygen) and is needed for the formation of collagen, and to maintain healthy hair, skin and nails.

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