An Omega3 (or 10) A Day

When I first started working in the skincare industry, my girlfriends often came to me with the same question: what is the single best product you can use for your skin?

The answer surprised every single one of them. It even surprised me at first. It wasn’t a miracle serum, or a clarifying cleanser, or even a scientifically advanced moisturizer to take the years off. It was fish oil – Omega 3 supplements to be exact.

I’ve had problem skin my whole life.  Always sensitive, I’ve been extremely limited as to what products I can use. Breakouts when I was younger, and now that I’m older dryness and uneven skin tone. So why not try something new?

I’d heard all the hype about Omega 3’s, and was a little skeptical. Fish oil just sounds a little nasty. And the dosage – 8,000 to 10,000 mg per day? That’s 8-10 horse pills! But with nothing really to lose I gave it a shot, starting with 4,000 mg in the morning and another 4,000 before dinner.

I have to say, if there are any miracle skincare treatments out there, Omega 3’s are it. Literally within 3 days I noticed my skin was softer, less dry (take note all you girls in cold climates this winter!). In a week I noticed my skin tone was much more even. In two weeks, my skin was positively glowing.  This isn't to say we should forgo all the lotions and potions we love. You will find, however, that your favorite products will be even more effective when your skin is healthier from the inside.

There are many more benefits to Omega 3’s - accelerated weight loss, increased mental focus, and mood elevation. In fact, the mood-enhancing benefits of Omega 3’s can be so effective some doctors are recommending them as a substitute for or to help wean patients off anti-depressants.

So what have you got to lose? Try Omega 3s for just a week.  Your skin, your body, and your brain will thank you.

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