A Guide to Vitamins in Skin Care

Vitamin A: 

• Also known as retinoids. 

• Can cause irritation on the skin as the skin adjusts.

• Helps improve fine lines, wrinkles, acne, hyperpigmentation, keratosis pilaris and even more.

• Sold as cosmetic, OTC, and prescription drugs.

Vitamin B3:

• Also known as Niacinamide. 

• Well tolerated by the skin

• Helps to reduce inflammation, improves hyperpigmentation, and minimizes the appearance of pores 

• Can be combined with any other active. 

Vitamin B5 

• Also known as Panthenol

• Well tolerated by the skin

• Helps boost hydration

• Works as an emollient and helps repair the barrier layer of the skin

• Found in most hydrating serums and moisturizers 

Vitamin C

• Also known as Ascorbic Acid

• Helps stimulate collagen improve hyperpigmentation 

• Minimizes the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. 

• Powerful antioxidant 

• Helps protect the skin against sun damage and environmental stressors

Vitamin E 

• Also known as Tocopherol 

• Well tolerated by the skin

• Helps heal open wounds or skin lesions 

• Works as an antioxidant 

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