Risks and benefits of the beauty pill

Who has never dreamed of taking a special formula and getting their beauty up to date? At first, it seems like a fairy tale, but cosmetics industries are betting on this idea and making the so-called beauty pills. Ever heard of it?

Classified as nutricosmetics, the pills are made from vitamins and promise, in theory, to supply the vitamin components that the human body needs daily. “They contain biotin, niacin, fatty acids, omega 3, copper, selenium, zinc, silicon, vitamins C and E, but the composition can change according to the desired function”, explains Sara Bragança, dermatologist and member of the Sociedade Brazilian Society of Aesthetic Medicine.

Those nutritional supplements promise to support the skin, fight cellulite, and help in anti-wrinkle treatments. “There are pills to protect from the sun, anti-wrinkle, to firm the skin, fight cellulite and even to help in the beauty and strengthening of hair and nails. They are able to treat the beauty of the body from the inside out”, comments Sara.

dangers

Although they are not sold by prescription, dermatologist Cibele Hasmann recommends looking for a professional to evaluate the best dosage and specific product for your needs. “Those who are hypersensitive to certain foods and vitamins, for example, should be very careful, therefore, the importance of taking the medication with dermatological guidelines”, she suggests.

Contraindication

These pills can be consumed by both men and women. “Those who are breastfeeding, pregnant women, people with diabetes and kidney failure cannot use the beauty pill”, recommends Sara.

If you fit into these categories, you need to seek guidance from your doctor so that he can indicate other forms of safer and more effective treatments for your body.

Results

Depending on the person’s body, the results start to become apparent after a month of use. But it is important to emphasize that practicing physical exercises, having a correct diet and not leaving aside treatments through creams prescribed by the specialist are essential attitudes to conquer the health and beauty of the skin.