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I N N E R B E A U T Y THE INSIDE-OUT CLUB As the old adage goes, it’s what’s on the inside that counts. SARAH PURCELL checks out how supplements can boost a beauty regime from the inside out FOR HEALTHY HAIR doctor. “For good hair growth the level should be 50mcg/litre – many women have less than this.” Zinc – This is important for healthy hair growth. Good dietary sources include seafood, red meat, chicken, nuts and fortified cereals. Protein – Keratin is the hair’s natural protein and if you’re deficient in protein your hair won’t look its best. Good sources are red meat, poultry and fish. Essential fatty acids – Low levels of these can cause a dry, flaky scalp. Good sources are oily fish, avocados and nuts. While hair may be ‘dead’, the roots still need the right nutrients to prevent problems like dry scalp, thinning hair and to keep it looking shiny. “Hair needs a constant supply of nutrients to keep growing, and is often the first part of the body to show nutritional deficiencies,” says Dr Leonard, GP and women’s health expert for Seven Seas Femibion. “Apart from protein, the most important nutrients are iron and zinc.” VITAL NUTRIENTS Iron – “Even slightly low levels of iron can cause thinning hair and slow growth, and this is a common problem in women, especially those with heavy periods,” says Dr Leonard. She recommends that customers with thinning hair get their iron levels checked by their SUPPLEMENTARY HELP Wellwoman Tricologic (£34.95 for 60) – Helps encourage hair growth by harnessing biomarine extracts and antioxidants to nourish follicles, amino acids L-lysine and L-cystine to maintain hair strength and niacin for good circulation to the scalp. Pil-Food (£25.35 for 100) – Is a treatment for thinning hair and hair loss. Its formula includes sulphurated amino acids (which help keratin formation and promote hair growth), B vitamins and fatty acids as well as essential minerals. Florisene for Women (£14.95 for 90) – Addresses hair loss and thinning and includes iron, L-lysine, vitamin B12 and vitamin C. Nourkrin Extra Strength (£49.95 for 60) – Works to restore hair growth. It includes marine cartilage to reduce hair loss, silica, horsetail extract and vitamin C. 20 b e a u t y m a g a z i n e m a r c h 2 0 1 0
FOR GLOWING SKIN Skin is our body’s largest organ and it responds to what we eat. “Keeping it nourished is a must if we want radiant, glowing skin – and the good news is that the whole body benefits too,” says Liz Earle, skincare guru and author of Skin Secrets (Kyle Cathie). Healthy eating really will make a visible difference to the skin. “To look and feel its best, the skin needs a well-balanced diet – one that is based on complex carbohydrates (to give fibre and B vitamins), some protein, especially oily fish (which provides important omega-3 fatty acids) and those vital five daily portions of fruit and veg, to give you a wide range of minerals and vitamins,” says Dr Rosemary Leonard. “To have a glowing complexion your skin needs to be fed from within, and no matter what creams and potions you apply, if you are not eating properly your skin will suffer.” VITAL NUTRIENTS Essential fatty acids – Omega-3 and 6 fatty acids hydrate skin from the inside out. They also help to maintain skin’s firmness and elasticity. Oily fish like mackerel, salmon and sardines are the best dietary source, while supplement forms of fish oil, starflower oil and evening primrose oil are all beneficial. Antioxidants – These nutrients (found in vitamins A, C and E, selenium, manganese and zinc) play a major role in destroying free radicals, which are responsible for skin ageing, in particular loss of collagen. Vitamin E has been dubbed the ‘young skin vitamin’ as it helps skin to retain moisture and plumpness – dry skin can often be a sign of vitamin E deficiency. Vitamin C, meanwhile, is essential for the formation of collagen, the skin’s support structure. Fresh fruit and veg are the best sources of vitamins A, C and E. A supplement is useful for selenium, zinc and manganese as they can be hard to get enough of through diet alone. NICELY NAILED Collagen complex – This is found in many skin supplements and is rich in amino acids, the building blocks of natural collagen in our skin. SUPPLEMENTARY HELP Perfectil Plus (£16.59 for 30) – Is rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids to keep skin hydrated, Co-Q10 to support skin cell metabolism and lycopene and lutein to help protect from UV damage. It also provides essential micronutrients to support skin, hair and nails at a cellular level and doubles up as a daily multivitamin. Perfectil Platinum (£38.65 for 60) – Contains marine collagen, which works to help maintain skin thickness and elasticity, as well as antioxidants to protect against the signs of ageing. Wassen Silica-OK (£6.95 for 30) – Contains organic silica to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, as well as vitamin B6 and zinc. Efamol Pure Evening Primrose Oil (£8.99 for 90) – Contains omega-6 and gamma linolenic acid, which help hydrate skin. Help: Clear Skin (£14.49 for 14 sachets) – This acne aid harnesses ingredients to help reduce the development of spot-causing bacteria, while also healing and nourishing the skin. Clinically proven to show up to 95 per cent reduction in blemishes after just eight weeks, this supplement should be taken twice daily. Seven Seas Femibion Radiance (£9.99 for 30) – Includes vitamin C, zinc and niacin, plus grapeseed and linseed oils to hydrate skin. HealthAid HairSkiNail (£9.99 for 30) – Includes amino acids to help repair and rebuild skin cells, L-cystine for strong hair and nails, biotin to reduce flaky skin, B vitamins, zinc and antioxidants. “Nail growth slows down when you don’t eat properly, or when you are stressed, and this reveals itself as a ridge as the nail grows,” says Dr Leonard. “Nails require an adequate supply of protein and calcium for strong growth, but it is a myth that white spots are caused by calcium deficiency. The most common cause of white marks is trauma, though occasionally they can be a sign of zinc deficiency.” If customers feel their nails are suffering because of poor diet, the best supplement to recommend is one that contains a wide range of vitamins and minerals, including zinc and iron. I N N E R FOR DURING THE MENOPAUSE B E A U T Y “Skin thinning really does occur with the menopause and is partly due to the decline in oestrogen. Skin quality is also very much influenced by diet and certain nutrients can affect it,” says Maryon Stewart at the Woman’s Nutritional Advisory Service, author of Beat the Menopause without HRT. Dry skin is a common problem in menopausal women, and this is caused by lack of oestrogen. Facial skin has a high concentration of oestrogen receptors, and oestrogen production drops during the menopause. VITAL NUTRIENTS Phytoestrogens – Found in soy products, nuts and oilseeds, phytoestrogens can help relieve symptoms such as hot flushes. Calcium – Bone density declines during the menopause, so it’s crucial to maintain healthy levels of calcium. Good sources are dairy products and fish. Vitamin D – Helps the body use calcium to maintain healthy bones. Again, dairy and oily fish are good sources. SUPPLEMENTARY HELP Solgar PM Phytogen Complex (£20.79 for 60) – Includes pueraria mirifica (PM), a hormone-balancing herb with phytooestrogenic properties. Menopace Plus (£14.63 for 56) – Contains soy isoflavones and flaxseed lignans to help regulate hormones and green tea for its antioxidant properties. MenoHerb (£9.99 for 30) – Includes black cohosh root to help deal with menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes. MenoSage (£7.99 for 30) – Contains sage to help alleviate excessive sweating. HealthAid Menovital (£9.99 for 60) – Boasts a formula rich in soya isoflavones and sage, which have oestrogenic properties, plus vitamins C and E. b e a u t y m a g a z i n e m a r c h 2 0 1 0 21
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