THIS week's contributor is Judy Cheung-Wood, SkinB5 Founder & Managing Director - The Power of B Vitamins: Most people know B vitamins for the incredible energy they provide, along with stress relief, great digestion and improved mood. All the B vitamins work as a team, guiding the body towards better health. B vitamins also have a huge role in skin health, with B5 playing a starring role alongside its co-stars B1, B2, B3, B6 and B9. Together they support skin healing and renewal, bringing a healthy glow through their teamwork.
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) is a star vitamin that can be used therapeutically to strengthen immunity, increase energy production, cell renewal and stamina, improve wound healing, and reduce skin oil production and stress.
When it comes to skin, B5 protects against premature ageing and can be used to control acne. It helps to keep the skin supple and moisturised, and seems to be particularly useful when it's consumed internally and applied topically.
B5 is also essential to producing healthy hormones, which are important for skin health. It's naturally found in broccoli, avocado, mushrooms and apricots. Modern food processing can destroy B5, so often supplementation is necessary, particularly for those suffering from acne breakouts.
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