Dryness, fine lines, and wrinkles are typical signs of skin aging. The primary causes of dry skin are the breakdown of the epidermal barrier and the loss of substances that hold moisture such as hyaluronic acid (HA). HA has an exceptional ability to hold water, and is the essential component involved in skin hydration.
Hyaluronic acid is often found in moisturizing serums, ointments, lotions, and creams. The appearance of skin creases and lines are lessened by hyaluronic acid, which also helps skin stretch and flex. It has also been demonstrated that hyaluronic acid promotes quicker wound healing and potentially less scarring. (1)
Naturally occurring in a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds is beta-sitosterol. It is comparable to the naturally occurring cholesterol in skin. Research has demonstrated that beta-sitosterol may increase the expression of skin barrier functional proteins and hyaluronic acid synthases in fibroblasts, which results in promoting the manufacture of hyaluronic acid. (2) Increased moisture is a result of water binding to hyaluronic acid.
Age Defy includes both hyaluronic acid and beta-sitosterol to support moisture content of the skin to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
A 2021 study found the moisturization of the eyelids, neckline and chin to be highly correlated with adequate vitamin intake. To properly moisturize and lubricate the skin, women should eat foods that are rich in ingredients with antioxidant properties, in particular fat-soluble vitamins including vitamin A. (3)
Vitamin C is found in high concentrations in normal, healthy skin and helps with antioxidant defense against UV-induced photodamage. Furthermore, vitamin C enhances the physiology of human skin by promoting the manufacture of collagen. Additionally, vitamin C has been shown to be beneficial for oily and acne-prone skin. (4)
Zinc contains a wide range of biological activities, such as acting as an antioxidant, maintaining the integrity of mucous membranes and the skin, and stimulating several transcriptional and enzymatic reactions. The human skin has the third-highest concentration of zinc in the body. A lack of zinc has been linked to pellagra, baldness, and delayed wound healing. It also contains anti-inflammatory and anti-blackhead qualities, controls sebum output, and is used to treat acne. (2) Zinc is included to further support the skin’s moisturization capabilities.
Both anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds are found in turmeric. It's noted that these qualities may give the skin a glowing appearance by enhancing its natural radiance, turmeric may also revitalize your skin.
Oral turmeric/curcumin supplements and products may have therapeutic effects for skin health. A systematic review examined the effects of ingesting turmeric/curcumin, and/or topical application for the following skin ailments: Atopic dermatitis, acne, alopecia, face photoaging, oral lichen planus, pruritus, psoriasis, radiodermatitis, and vitiligo. In comparison to control groups, ten studies found a statistically significant improvement in the severity of skin diseases in the groups receiving turmeric/curcumin treatment. (5)
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