Vitamin A Is Vital Vitamin A is another weapon in your fight against dry, prematurely aging skin. To help keep skin looking its best, a vitamin A cream is very important, Badreshia-Bansal says. Thats because creams enhanced with vitamin A can help prevent wrinkles and pigmentation. Florida dermatologist Andrea Lynn Cambio, MD, FAAD, agrees. She considers vitamin A derivatives, like retinoids, the most important nutrient in maintaining smooth, healthy skin. Chemically related to vitamin A, retinoids such as retinol, Atralin, Differin, Retin A, and Tazarac slow down collagen breakdown, Jacob says. Collagen, along with elastin, is a fibrous protein vital in keeping skin firm, elastic, and youthful-looking. Adding a topical retinoid -- over the counter or by prescription -- is a great way to undo some sun damage, fine lines, and wrinkles and give a brighter, healthier glow, Cambio says. You can also give your diet a vitamin A boost by eating foods such as low-fat milk and cheese, eggs, leafy greens, oranges, carrots, and cantaloupe. WebMD 2/2014
Posted on: Thu, 06 Mar 2014 15:39:07 +0000
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