External beauty also comes from the inside. This is the mantra of holistic beauty. From the Greek “holos”, which means “whole”, what we also know as “beauty in & out” has the principle of treating a problem as a whole. Both with classic or topical cosmetics (via creams, serums, etc.) but also with nutricosmetics (via beauty food supplements). Marie Leclercq, naturopath, doctor of pharmacy and expert for the myVeggie brand, enlightens us on this new way of approaching your beauty routine.
What is nutricosmetics?
Nutricosmetics is the contraction of nutrition and cosmetics. Under this name are grouped all the food supplements having an impact on beauty: skin, nails, hair, sun protection, reduction of stretch marks… The offer is becoming more and more extensive! By following a course of food supplements, you assimilate micronutrients and active ingredients in different forms, with the aim of deeply nourishing the area you are targeting. “ Food supplements are taken orally, then absorbed by the intestine and then enter the bloodstream. This is how nutrients come into contact with skin, nail or hair cells », Explains Marie Leclercq.
Far from being a competitor, nutricosmetics is an ally of external care. Indeed, when you apply a cream, you only treat the problem on the surface. “ The product will not penetrate and nourish deeply. This will treat the epidermis, but not beyond », Develops our pro. You will have understood, the best is to combine the two!
Read a food supplement label carefully
Food supplements are subject to rules and standards to be respected. These can be read on the back of the bottles, on the labels. Therefore, any good food supplement must have this name clearly marked. If you find a product that appears to be a supplement, but where nothing is clearly indicated to prove it: run away!
The nature of the active ingredients used must also be noted: are they vitamins? minerals?
In addition, the label must present the expiration date, the batch number, the country of origin, the name of the company, or even the net quantity of the product. Finally, you should find the form of the supplements (capsules, tablets), the list of ingredients, the health claims, the possible presence of allergens and the instructions for use. All these elements will allow you to determine the concrete action of the food supplement.
Each active ingredient has its virtues and areas of application. Marie Leclercq explains to us, for example, that omega 3 makes the skin more supple. Vitamins A and E have antioxidant properties. Finally, vitamins B and C as well as iron and zinc promote collagen synthesis. Depending on the result you want to obtain, find out and see if the nutrients offered in your box of food supplements correspond to your needs.
Nutricosmetics, a complement to a good diet
Nutricosmetics does not work miracles. If you eat fast food every day and hydrate with soda, the food supplement will not guarantee you beautiful skin. “ There is no point in taking a food supplement if you don't pay attention to your lifestyle. », Estimates Marie Leclercq. It would be like putting a bandage on a wooden leg! The food supplement, as its name suggests, is there to supplement. You must provide all the necessary nutrients to your body through your diet. Therefore, if you want a glowy complexion, in addition to supplements and your creams, you should drink water to have beautiful skin, and eat healthy. There is no mystery!
Tan better with holistic beauty
Preparing your tanned complexion can also involve holistic beauty! Indeed, food supplements coupled with tanning activators can:
In this regard, the Prescription Lab holistic beauty treatment offers food supplements that boost the natural production of melanin, but is also accompanied by moisturizing and soothing treatments for smart tanning.
Holistic beauty, a personal development routine
For many, holistic beauty is anchored in a process of personal development. Thus, the four pillars of holistic beauty would be the mind, physical activity, diet and cosmetics. Taking care of yourself no longer means simply applying creams, but also listening to your body and paying attention to your health. It is no longer simply a quest for beauty, but also a quest for more global well-being.
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