As well as being the largest, weighing in at 20 pounds or more, the skin is also the most obvious and visible organ in the body. Yet ironically, it’s also the most misunderstood. Virtually all conditions that appear on it are the results of internal biochemical dysfunctions involving toxicity and malnourishment.
This misleading nature of cutaneous diseases is compounded by manufacturers and marketers promoting their topical preparations for curing all manner of dermatological diagnoses. The truth however is that, because many of these outside conditions are about the inside, while skin health benefits can definitely be achieved by using certain topical ingredients, to truly and completely address problems nutritional and digestive issues need to be dealt with.
For example, most apparent skin disturbances including rosacea, psoriasis and eczema will improve by beginning a good nutritional supplement regimen, including essential fatty acids, zinc, vitamins A and C. Elimination of problem foods will be required, likewise probiotics, digestive enzymes and fiber, or under the eyes lymphatic massage can help improve circulation and reduce puffiness.
For building skin tissue and preventing thinning and wrinkles, think vitamin C, collagen peptides, copper, zinc, liquid silica gel and hyaluronic acid. When you do use skincare products make sure they contain high concentrations of fat soluble vitamin C, vitamin A (in its retinol/retinoic acid forms), active nutritional minerals and hyaluronic and hydroxy acids.