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Suggest Natural Antioxidants For Skin Tan And Oiliness

I am 20 years old Asian with skin problems such as darkening by sunlight, dried body skin, oily and dull facial skin. I read a few articles regarding antioxidant supplement which is good for skin (way to healthier & brighter skin). Can you recommend me what brands of antioxidant supplement that give effective results to my inner and outer health. I know certain types of antioxidants such as astaxanthin and glutathione can give many benefits to body but the problem is I don t really convinced by effectiveness of synthetic antioxidants such as glutathione pills and collagen powder as I used to take that pills and there is no effect at all (disappointed). Based on reading, I know that our body can t really absorb synthetic kind of antioxidants or collagen. So, to overcome this problem, it is advisable to take supplement to boost natural antioxidants or natural collagen itself in the body rather than taking the synthetic ones. What do you think about my understanding so far. Please recommend me the best supplement and ways to get healthier and brighter skin. THANKS.
Tue, 29 Dec 2015
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Hi Dear ,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have skin tan and oiliness which is causing hyper pigmented skin which is giving you darker appearance and tone, it occurs due to excessive sensitivity of body to sunlight. Your skin absorbs UV rays of sun and get hyper pigmented. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to avoid excessive sun exposure and if ever you have to go cover the areas of skin with damp cloth. Use Tan care which is a medicated cream specially for oily skin rich in SPF 25 as well. Use face wash rich in Kojic or azelaic acid as it will lighten your skin tone. Apply tea tree oil or apple cider vinegar on skin on daily basis with a cotton swab. Use of mashed potatoes on skin will give very instant effect as they will absorb all the dark pigmentation of skin. Microabrasion and chemical peeling are other effective methods after proper examination by dermatologist.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Natural Antioxidants For Skin Tan And Oiliness

Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have skin tan and oiliness which is causing hyper pigmented skin which is giving you darker appearance and tone, it occurs due to excessive sensitivity of body to sunlight. Your skin absorbs UV rays of sun and get hyper pigmented. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to avoid excessive sun exposure and if ever you have to go cover the areas of skin with damp cloth. Use Tan care which is a medicated cream specially for oily skin rich in SPF 25 as well. Use face wash rich in Kojic or azelaic acid as it will lighten your skin tone. Apply tea tree oil or apple cider vinegar on skin on daily basis with a cotton swab. Use of mashed potatoes on skin will give very instant effect as they will absorb all the dark pigmentation of skin. Microabrasion and chemical peeling are other effective methods after proper examination by dermatologist. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari