Skin, Hair, Nail Health Flashcards
Biotin (B7) ***
maintaining healthy hair, skin, nails. It helps in the metabolism of fatty acids and amino acids
Silicon ***
essential for collagen production, supports formation and cross-linking of components in connective tissue, and aids in transporting nutrients to tissues including hair follicles and nail beds
Primrose Oil **
aid in relieving atopic eczema, redness, itchiness, swelling. Helps improves skin moisture, elasticity, firmness.
B12 ***
aids in cell reproduction and regeneration. Anti-inflammatory and supports collagen synthesis
Collagen ***
supports skin elasticity and may help reduce wrinkles.
Vit E **
may help protect skin cells from damage and support overall skin health
Vit C *
essential for collagen production and acts as an antioxidant, protection skin from free radical damage
Zinc **
plays a role in protein synthesis and cell division, which are important for hair and nail growth
Iron *
deficiencies can lead to hair loss, brittle nails and inadequate oxygenation of skin cells, so adequate iron intake is important