Aging, Skin Care, & Vitamins

Posted by Don on May 22nd 2006 to perspective

I talked about the importance of protecting your skin from sun damage last week, but there are also other considerations to keep your skin healthy as you age. Besides protection from excess sun exposure on the outside, what you put into your body can often have more of an impact on your skin during your adult years. You may need to take a higher dosage of some key vitamins in order to both maintain clear skin fight off the signs of premature aging.

As you grow older, your body becomes less efficient at processing vitamins for their intended uses. As a result, you may need higher doses of certain vitamins in order to reap the same benefits. Taking a daily multivitamin is a good idea from a young age, but it may become even more essential in your later years. Besides a multivitamin, there a few key vitamins that you may want to consider supplementing individually for best results. Vitamins C and E are among these. Vitamin C is needed for so many reactions within the body that its importance is no surprise. Among those that effect aging and your skin, vitamin C plays an essential role in the synthesis of collagen - a structural protein that helps skin cells remain firm and resilient. Studies have shown that vitamin C levels typically decline with age, so supplementing with vitamin C is highly recommended. Both vitamin C and E are powerful antioxidants, with vitamin E in particularly often being noted for its property of defending against sun damage. Taking both regularly can bolster your immune system against the negative effects of toxins in the skin.

This decrease in both the presence and efficient processing of certain vitamins can also help explain adult acne. Individuals who might have had no problem metabolizing excess skin oil in their earlier years may find that they no longer gain enough nutrients to keep their skin clear as they age. Your regular diet simply may not be enough anymore. Consider supplements such as a multivitamin, vitamins C, E, and B5 to help your skin look its best as you age.

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