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Common skin problems are usually treated with store bought products. These products contain a variety of man-made chemicals or ingredients that appear in such low dosages that they cause no real effect.

When we go to our local drugstore and look for a product or treatment that will relieve our ailment. We usually buy a product that our friends recommended not knowing if it's really right for our own skin. What makes things worse is that most products will list a large number of ingredients that are difficult to understand. However, here is a short list of vitamins that are common in skin care products and that may help you understand what the cream is actually doing to your skin.

The Important Role of Vitamins

Vitamin A. In a study published in the British Journal of Dermatology, specialists found that foods high in beta-carotene -- a form of vitamin A -- minimized the risk of psoriasis.

Vitamin B Complex.Recently, greater attention is being paid to topical preparations containing B vitamins. These creams can help confer skin an almost instant healthy glow while moisturizing cells and enhancing overall tone.

When it comes to skin, the single most important B vitamin is biotin, a nutrient that creates the basis of skin, nail, and hair cells. Without adequate amounts, you may end up suffering dermatitis (an itchy, scaly skin reaction) or sometimes even hair loss. Even a mild deficiency causes reactions.

Niacin, another specific B vitamin, helps skin hold moisture, so creams made with this nutrient can help your skin look plumper and younger in as little as 6 days. Niacin also has anti-inflammatory abilities to soothe dry skin. In higher concentrations it can also work as a lightening agent to even out blotchy skin tone.

Vitamin K. As the element responsible for aiding blood clot, Vitamin K won't do much for your skin from the inside. But researches presented in the American Academy of Dermatology in 2003 demonstrated that topical vitamin K works well to minimize circles under the eye as well as bruises. In study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology in 2002, specialists shown that skin therapies with vitamin K cream after laser surgery greatly alleviated bruising. When combined with vitamin A in a product, vitamin K can be even more efficient for those dark circles.

In a study published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, specialists from the Nippon Medical School in Tokyo shown that the local use of a gel made with a derivative of vitamin K, as well as vitamins A, C, and E, was efficient in reducing dark under-eye circles while also softening wrinkles.

Minerals Beneficial for Skin Nutrition

Selenium. Several researchers believe this mineral plays a crucial role in skin cancer prevention. Taken in supplement form or applied in a cream, this mineral helps protect skin from sun damage. If you do spend any time in the sun, selenium may help minimize your chance of burning.

Copper. Still another important mineral is copper. Along with vitamin C and zinc, copper helps in the production of elastin, the fibers that hold skin structure from underneath.

Zinc. The third mineral that is important to skin repair is zinc especially if you have acne. Actually, sometimes acne itself is a sign of a zinc deficiency. Administered internally or applied topically, zinc works to clear skin by regulating oil production and may be efficient in regulating the appearance of acne lesions or help those already on your skin to fade sooner. Food sources of zinc are oysters, lean meat, and poultry.

By keeping in mind this short list of vitamins and minerals, picking the right skin care products will be much easier.

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