Recently, I made a commitment to myself. This autumn, I would take back my time by focusing on wellness practices that I genuinely appreciate and eliminating those that feel burdensome. A key aspect? My constantly expanding and overly complex skin-care routine.
Not so long ago, I attempted to embrace the 10-step skin-care phenomenon—and I’ll get straight to the point: It didn’t suit me. Each new serum I believed I needed transformed a once-soothing regimen into a source of anxiety. The most disappointing part? The time and energy I invested did not clear my acne or alleviate my dry skin.
Upon conducting some research, I discovered that certain oral supplements may indeed help enhance the tone and hydration of your skin.* This revelation led to a lightbulb moment: Perhaps I could streamline my routine by forgoing the extensive layers of topical products and concentrating on supplements for healthier skin instead.*
I initiated this “less is more” approach by pinpointing my primary skin objectives: hydration, evening my tone, and smoothing my skin’s texture.* These goals aligned perfectly with three NOW® Solutions supplements: Hydration Rescue Capsules, Aquatic Beauty+™ Capsules, and Collagen Jelly Beauty Complex sticks.
Fast forward to today, and it’s official: Adding these supplements for skin health into my routine (which is, by the way, now decidedly low-maintenance) has enabled me to achieve my skin goals and create space for other uplifting wellness habits—essentially, I’ve kept my commitment.* Here’s how.
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For hydration
One of my skin’s most frustrating struggles? Severe dryness as the seasons change, particularly now as warm air gives way to biting winds. In my past life, I would continually layer numerous moisturizers to combat the dryness—but according to board-certified dermatologic surgeon Dendy Engelman, MD, FACMS, FAAD, I might have been working against my own best interests.
“When your skin is overburdened by too many products, you may notice symptoms like increased redness, irritation, breakouts, dryness, or an overall dull complexion,” Dr. Engelman explains. “These signs can indicate that your skin barrier is compromised due to ingredient overload or conflicting active ingredients. A more straightforward routine can help by reducing the number of products your skin must process, allowing it to recover and rebalance.”
Keeping that in mind, I kicked off my new low-maintenance regimen by slashing back to Dr. Engelman’s suggested essentials—a gentle cleanser, a vitamin-C serum, and a quality moisturizer—and incorporating a twice-daily Hydration Rescue Capsule.
This supplement is equipped with super-hydrating Hyabest® hyaluronic acid, designed to help capture moisture in the skin and enhance hydration from within,* Dr. Engelman indicates. “This contributes to plumper and more supple skin with improved texture and diminished dryness.*”
Since integrating the Hydration Rescue Capsules, my skin has remained soft and moisturized—and I’ve found relief from the intense dryness that typically afflicts me during this season.*
For evening skin tone
Due to acne scars and irritation, achieving an even skin tone has always been a major focus for me. To address this issue, I previously relied heavily on over-exfoliating—so I was both intrigued and somewhat skeptical to explore whether supplements could produce real results.
Dr. Engelman emphasizes that vitamin C is crucial for toning, brightening, and facilitating overall skin repair and hydration.* NOW® Solutions’ Aquatic Beauty+™ Capsules provide 111 percent of your daily vitamin C needs, making them a natural fit for my goals. Additionally, this supplement contains collagen tripeptides, which can help to enhance skin hydration and stimulate collagen production to minimize fine lines.*
While my skin tone may never be completely even, I’ve noticed that my face appears less red and some blemishes seem to be fading since I began taking the Aquatic Beauty+™ Capsules.* Therefore, they’re securing a permanent spot in my new low-effort routine.
For smoothing out my skin
Having spent years battling breakouts and scars, I consider “smooth skin” to be somewhat of a paradox—but that doesn’t deter me from pursuing it. When Dr. Engelman informed me that the VERISOL® Bioactive Collagen Peptides in the Collagen Jelly Beauty Complex sticks might reduce the appearance of wrinkles and enhance skin smoothness,* I was fully on board.
I love a gummy treat, so these jelly sticks are a delightful addition to my daily regimen. (Insider tip: Keep them in the fridge for a deliciously cool treat). Initially, I didn’t observe any significant changes to my skin—until I stumbled upon an old selfie that revealed a clear improvement in how radiant and smooth my skin appeared (almost like a real-life filter?!).*
The conclusion? By swapping my elaborate 10-step serum routine for a simpler, supplement-driven approach, my skin feels more well-hydrated and balanced than ever.* I’m achieving my skin goals with far less effort and discovering joy in other wellness habits with all the time I now have.* It’s confirmed: sometimes, less truly is more.
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