Nutricosmetics

Definition
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Generic term for food supplements intended to optimize the cosmetic appearance of the skin (see cosmetics).

Malnutrition and undernourishment should be compensated and the appearance of skin and hair should be improved.
Small molecule antioxidants (e.g. vitamin E, C) are supposed to promote the absorption of lipids into the epidermis and thus slow down the physiological aging of the skin.