Why your skincare routine should start from within

Most of us are aware of the need to invest in a solid skincare routine. From cleansing to toning, exfoliating to moisturizing, each skincare step has its purpose: to keep your skin in tip-top condition. But it’s not enough to just focus on the outside — serums and creams can only do so much. Ideally, your skincare routine should start from within. After all, don’t they say that you are what you eat?

Your diet and gut health play a vital role in the condition of your skin. The primary role of your gut is to absorb nutrients necessary to nourish, repair, and maintain your body. What you choose to nourish your body with will reflect on your appearance. A poor diet filled with junk food can cause low-level inflammation, on top of a lack of vitamins and minerals, which then translates into breakouts and irritated skin. Conversely, a well-maintained gut that’s supported by a well-balanced diet and plenty of probiotics to help promote digestion will lead to clear, glowing, and well-nourished skin.

You may have noticed the rise of beauty brands using live culture in their products, or the kombucha trend that was all the rage not too long ago. That’s because live culture (like those found in yogurt, kombucha, and probiotic drinks) help boost your immune system, protect your body against harmful bacteria, and even strengthens the health of your skin! In fact, a study published in the Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology found that participants who took a daily dosage of probiotic culture for 12 weeks reported improved skin hydration, elasticity, and reduced wrinkles.

The link between your gut health and skin doesn’t stop there. A 2001 Russian study found that 54% of acne-prone patients experienced imbalanced bacterial microflora. When patients were treated with probiotics, the time it took to heal their acne was greatly decreased.

Another key component of great skin is collagen. Collagen is the most abundant protein in our bodies, and it’s what gives skin its suppleness and firmness. As we age, our body’s collagen production begins to slow down, which is when we should ramp up our collagen intake. Without collagen, your skin gets “looser”, more wrinkled, and less elastic. You wouldn’t want that, do you?

Thankfully, it’s easier than ever to incorporate dietary supplements containing collagen. In fact, you can just head to your nearest supermarket and pick up a bottle of VITAGEN Collagen Less Sugar! The probiotic drink contains billions of active, live culture of Lactobacillus acidophilus and Lactobacillus casei that helps preserve the balance of good and bad bacteria for a healthy gut. On top of that, VITAGEN Collagen Less Sugar contains 500 mg of marine collagen peptides and vitamin C that helps to give you firm, glowing skin from the inside.

Forget messy collagen powder formulas or over-priced kombucha – we much prefer getting our beauty supplements in the form of an affordable, refreshing, chilled beverage. It’s important to refrigerate VITAGEN Collagen Less Sugar, as the good bacteria cannot thrive in heat. Long-term consumption will go a long way in changing your skin and gut health for the better. Since taking care of your skin and gut health is as simple as downing a bottle of VITAGEN Collagen Less Sugar daily, wouldn’t it make sense to add this small step into your daily routine? It’s never been easier to drink your way to radiant skin!

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