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Many people think that healthy skin comes from following a skincare routine and choosing to go with a variety of skin care products. Yes, we agree that a good skincare routine is important, but how can we neglect internal nourishment? Skincare products, along with internal nutrition, are a bonus for healthy and naturally glowing skin. Let’s explore more about internal skin nourishment.

What is Topical Skincare?

Topical skin care includes products which can be applied externally on the face. Skin care products help to protect skin from external damage. There are a wide variety and range of skin care products available starting from cleanser to moisturizer and sunscreen, which are formulated based on active ingredients, concentration and skin concerns. 

People often face a battle between topical application and internal nutrition, where they mostly choose one routine topical skin care product. Without proper internal nourishment and support, it might impose some limitations on getting the optimum benefits, which are given below:

• Topical skin care products will target the surface of the skin like acne, dark spots, dryness etc and might fail to clear out the root cause.
• Skin care products might not work for skin concerns related to diet and lifestyle.
• A topical skin care routine will work on product application areas, while internal nutrition will impact overall health and skin.

What is Internal Nourishment in Skin Care?

Skin is the largest organ of the body and represents our gut and overall health. Since our skin is exposed to UV rays, pollutants, toxins, and many other irritants, it can damage our skin health. Both external and internal skin care are equally important to achieve clear, glowing skin. A healthy, balanced diet provides essential nutrients that promote overall health and skin nourishment. Dehydration and collagen depletion could be the common reasons for skin concerns, causing dry and dull skin, showing signs of aging, wrinkles, and fine lines. 

Hydration:

Hydration is most needed for optimum health and healthy skin. If you notice your skin looks dull and dry, then it might be a sign of dehydration. A well-hydrated skin reflects its natural charm and radiant glow. The benefits of hydration are given below:

• Hydration helps to flush out toxins and impurities from the body. It helps detoxify the body. Hence, body detoxification helps promote clear, healthy skin. 
• Hydration prevents excess oil production, which reduces clogged pores and acne. 
• A hydrated body ensures a better skin repair and healing process, reducing acne scars and blemishes.
• It also strengthens the natural skin’s barrier and protects from environmental damage, toxins, and pollutants, retains hydration, and makes skin soft, supple, as well as plump.
• Hydration helps to maintain skin elasticity and reduces the signs of wrinkles and fine lines.
• Puffiness and dry skin are common signs of dehydration. Proper hydration helps to reduce skin puffiness, dryness, and flakiness.

Choosing healthy options to stay hydrated will work best for your skin care routine like a glass of plain water, infused water, coconut water, etc. 

Collagen:

Collagen is a protein that gives structure to our skin. But due to the natural aging process and environmental factors, its natural stores reduce and might make skin saggy, dull, show wrinkles, and fine lines. Hence, it's good to keep optimum collagen levels because of the reasons given below:

• Collagen is a structural protein and acts as a foundation, ensuring skin firmness, elasticity, and prevents skin sagging.
• Collagen helps in wound healing, shedding, and replaces dead skin cells with new ones, hence improving skin complexion and reducing dullness.
• It helps boost and retain skin hydration and eases the dry, dull, and flaky skin texture.
• It also helps in protecting skin barriers and prevents skin damage from environmental stressors and UV rays. 

Since collagen stores depletes, incorporating natural food sources like bone broth, egg, fish, etc. or starting a supplementation can be helpful. 

A proper skin care regimen with both topical routine and internal nutrition works best to improve skin health inside and out. A healthy and balanced diet, along with topical skin care products that suit your needs, will add a magical skin glow and complexion. If you are following a healthy skin care routine, then do share your views with us. Consult your healthcare provider if you have any health concerns or are on medications.