Hair & Skin Vitamin Products

Hair and skin problems affect people of all ages.

Improving skin and hair health is as easy as taking vitamins and minerals. Vitamin supplements are beneficial for hair while mineral-based creams will improve skin health. Vitamins and minerals are easily found in supermarkets, pharmacies and health food stores.

Hair Vitamins

Combining supplements and healthy food will improve hair health.

The main vitamins for hair health include vitamins C and E which improve blood circulation in the scalp. Inositol and B vitamins help with the overall health of the hair follicle, improving the strength and strand color. Amino acids such as L-Cysteine and L-Methionine help with hair texture and prevent hair loss.

Skin Minerals

Some skin creams use natural ingredients.

Minerals for skin care are often found in beauty creams. Selenium protects against cancer and prevents sun damage. Essential fatty acids reduce acne and are mostly found in supplement form, such as evening primrose oil and fish oil. Rubbing DMAE on skin reduces age spots and strengthens skin cells.

Diet

Colorful foods contain many vitamins and minerals.

Changing a diet to incorporate nutritious foods will boost hair and skin health. For hair, B vitamins are present in carrots, beans, nuts and eggs. Brown rice and oats contain biotin, while salmon contains essential fatty acids. Skin-healthy foods include citrus fruits for vitamin C, and seafood for selenium.

References

• Holistic Online: Hair
• Medicine Net: Nutrients for Healthy Skin--Inside and Out