Supplement your Beauty Regime

For: Strengthening brittle hair and nails

For a good all-rounder try Functionalab’s Hair, Skin & Nails which includes zinc to help reduce inflammation and Biotin to strengthen hair and nails. The latest arrivals from their high-tech formulas include the ingenious Age Defence 30+ and Collagen Formula which got ELLE excited about the idea of beauty supplements.

Functionalab Hair Skin and Nails Beauty Dose, £25 for 30 days supply at Harvey Nichols

For: Stronger, thicker hair

Tricologist Philip Kingsley has created a range of supplements that also boost the effects of his products. Our Deputy Digital Director has fine, lifeless hair but within weeks of taking this supplement she noticed her tresses appeared thicker, felt stronger and were easier to style. The capsules provide the hair with essential amino acids to enhance hair growth and strength.

Philip Kinglsey PK4, £21 for 30 days supply at HQhair

For: Preventing the skin from ageing

Super natural beauty brand Neal’s Yard has also branched out into the world of supplements. Power Berry capsules protect skin from harsh pollution, ideal if you live in the city. With bilberry, acai and wild rosehip the tablets improve the body’s antioxidant levels, helping to protect the skin from ageing environmental factors.

Neal’s Yard Power Berry Complex, £17.95 for 30 days supply

For: skin that needs plumping

As we age our collagen levels deplete from the skin and this protein is key to keeping our skin youthful and plump. These supplements contain hydrolysed collagen and hyaluronic acid to boost moisture in your epidermis, while rose hip extract increase antioxidant levels to fight ageing free radicals from within. These ingredients also work together to prevent further volume loss in the skin and stimulate your body’s collagen production. Studies showed a wrinkle reduction of 30% in just six weeks. Jennifer Aniston’s a fan of collagen capsules and her complexion is definitely all the proof we need.

Natural Collagen, £48 for 60 days supply at Exclusive Spa Brands, enq: 01753 880 537

For: Facial contouring

Dr Perricone is New York derma Royalty. He has created a line of supplements to complement his skincare and DMAE is the hero product. Found in oily fish it’s a wonder ingredient that stabilises cell membranes to reduce the risk of inflammation and increases muscle tone which can lead to a reduced level of fat. The benefits of these capsules include firmer skin and increased elasticity, while the reduction in fat levels can help to enhance the appearance of facials contours. Razor sharp cheekbones in a tablet? Yes, please.

Perricone MD DMAE, £24 for 30 days supply at Harrods

For: clearing problem skin

The Food Doctor, Ian Marber, recommends taking Probiotics which can indirectly improve skin clarity. Probiotics increase good bacteria in the stomach to prevent bloating and help with the digestion of food. Improved digestion doesn’t just mean a flatter tum but clearer skin too as the liver can process excess toxins and eliminate them from the body more effectively. Ian recommends Super 8 supplements which include eight different strains of friendly bacteria.

Udo’s Choice Super 8 Hi-Potency Probiotic, £18.90 for 30 days supply at feelunique.com

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