You may not have incorporated them into your beauty care routine yet, but the fact is we are in the midst of a booming sector. We're talking about nutricosmetics, those anti-aging allies for your skin that work from the inside out and have become a major focus for many brands. Our expert, Meritxell Martí, owner of Farmacia Meritxell, confirms this: "Taking care of the skin both externally and internally is equally important. The skin reflects the state of our body. In fact, for the proper functioning of our metabolism, we need essential nutrients, which we often do not get in sufficient quantity or quality from our diet," she explains. She adds that it's not only important to improve the body's functioning and skin repair but also to maintain it. With her help, we've taken a look at these booming cosmetics, starting with the skin's needs and finding the most suitable ones for each case.
Even celebrities have fallen into the realm of these supplements. Irina Shayk, for example, shared on her Instagram stories one of her secrets for pampering her complexion: the nutricosmetics by Dr. Barbara Sturm. Meritxell Martí points out that almost all of us have taken them at some point. "Who hasn't taken vitamin C at some point in their life? Or vitamins to strengthen hair? These can also be classified as nutricosmetics," she says. Most of them are formulas developed based on the knowledge and criteria of different health professionals and specialists to mix the most suitable ingredients and nutrients. They generally contain a combination of vitamins, minerals, lipids, and other natural, plant-based or non-plant-based extracts. According to studies, the most effective products or formulas are those that contain more than one substance, as they cover more functions and, consequently, the product is much more efficient. Here are her recommendations, starting with the main active ingredient they contain.
1. Collagen
It is the most important protein in our skin; in fact, it is present throughout the body. From the age of 25, the production of collagen starts to decline very slowly. By decreasing both its content and quality, the skin loses its firmness, smoothness, and becomes drier. So, it is very important to prevent skin sagging.
Recommended for: anyone who wants to preserve their collagen content, as well as athletes who put a lot of strain on their joints. Older people to preserve their muscle mass. Those who want to avoid sagging, both facial (loss of facial contour) and body.
When to take it: if it's just collagen, it's preferable to take it in the afternoon or evening, but since each laboratory has different formulas with a combination of components, it's preferable to follow the instructions provided by each one.
Caution: it has no known significant contraindications, only people allergic to any of the ingredients should abstain.
Recommended product: Unique Pink Collagen
