Finding a skincare routine that works for combination skin can be a headache. Combination skin is typically when you’re oily around the T-Zone (forehead and nose), and dry around the cheeks and parameters of your face. If finding effective and affordable products is a pain, we’ve compiled a list of essential vitamins that can help nourish your combination skin.
Vitamin B12
One of the most commonly known benefits of Vitamin B12 is that it keeps red blood cells healthy. Vitamin B12 also works wonders for the skin as it improves dull complexion, damaged skin, and controls skin oil.
B12 deficient people are actually more prone to premature wrinkles and fatigue. For people with oily to combination skin this essential vitamin will help reduce excess oil for a healthy and youthful glow.
The most common sources of Vitamin B12 are from supplements or animal produce like cheese, fish, eggs, and meat.
Vitamin B6
Another vitamin that is effective in treating acne and reducing excess oil is B6. Vitamin B6 has antioxidant properties that will help prevent your skin from producing excess sebum.
By simply incorporating more Vitamin B6-rich foods in your daily diet, this can significantly improve any oily areas of your skin. Some of the best Vitamin B6 foods are turkey breast, grass-fed beef, avocado, and pinto beans.
Vitamin B3
Vitamin B3 is great for boosting hydration, reducing redness, and protecting the outer layer of your skin. By activating ceramides and fatty acids, the consumption or application of B3 will encourage your skin to retain moisture. This will help rejuvenate the dryer areas of the face that tend to peel and flake.
Vitamin B3 is alternatively called ‘niacinamide’ found in supplements or skincare products. Some foods that are Niacin-rich are turkey breast, chicken breast, peanuts and mushrooms.
Vitamin E
Making sure that your skin is protected from sun-damage is a key step in avoiding dry and flakey skin.
Regular use of sunscreens and after-sun products will help you avoid the harmful anti-aging detriments of UV rays. Such products that contain Vitamin E are most effective in helping the skin retain moisture.
