The Beauty Effects of Omega-3

As we all know, Omega-3 plays an important role in human health, cells in many organs such as the brain, eyes, nervous system, etc. all need Omega-3 to maintain normal operation. Studies have found that people who consume more marine fish and shrimp are less likely to develop obesity or cardiovascular problems because these foods are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids. A number of studies have confirmed that Omega-3 fatty acids can reduce the body's inflammation, lower blood lipids, reduce stroke, protect the heart, and alleviate depression. Its health effects cannot be underestimated. In addition, Omega-3 fatty acids have a significant role in promoting healthy cell growth and strengthening of hair and skin. Often, people supplement Omega-3 in their diet in order to rejuvenate hair and skin.

Have you ever seen excessive hair rinsed away in the shower? It is a devastating feeling. Hair loss is a serious problem that troubles many. Genetic factors, excessive workload, unhealthy life style, mental stress, environmental pollution, etc. are all causes of premature hair loss. Preventing or alleviating hair loss has become a persistent issue for many middle-aged people. Depending on the cause of the hair loss, the remedy or treatment varies from person to person. The temporary solutions for hair loss are often medical treatment, physical therapy, hair transplantation and so on. Nutritionists are also looking for dietary supplements with hair strengthen effects. Recent studies have reported that the use of dietary supplements containing Omega-3 and can safely and effectively promote men and women with thinning hair to reduce hair loss and promote hair growth ^[1] .

Omega-3 is beneficial to the health of scalp and prevents dryness of scalp and hair. Omega 3 fatty acids are the basic structure of cell membranes, which can mobilize the communication between cells and the environment, maintain a healthy skin, replenish moisture and anti-aging basic needs without causing excessive sebum. Omega-3 provides the necessary protein and nutrients for hair follicles, preventing inflammation of hair follicles (factors that can directly cause hair loss). It can also promote scalp circulation and trigger hair growth.

Another study found that Omega-3 also improves the skin quality. The 2018 Journal of Marine Drugs has published such papers. Omega-3 and related actives have been proved helpful for maintaining skin homeostasis and ameliorating cutaneous abnormalities^[2]. This fatty acids can improve skin barrier function, inhibit UV-induced inflammation and hyperpigmentation, attenuate dry skin and pruritus elicited by dermatitis, accelerate skin wound healing, and prevent skin cancer. With the ongoing research in the field of Skin care and dermatology, the public has realized that taking foods and supplements containing Omega-3 can benefit the skin. Deficiency of of Omega-3 fatty acids can cause epidermal water loss and skin barrier function disorder. These findings highlight the importance of Omega-3 for epidermal stability ^[3]. The application of Omega-3 is expected to change the face of dermatological treatment. In addition, there are reports that Omega-3 can improve the overall severity of acne. This is due to that supplementation of Omega-3 can inhibit the production of inflammatory cytokines, thereby reducing the severity of acne ^[4].

Allysian Krill Oil has always been our first choice for supplementing Omega-3. We have been taking it to lower blood fat and protect the heart of blood vessels, improve cognition and alleviate depression, and now there is one more important reason: that krill oil enhances our beautiful! The scorching summer is a great time to show off our beautiful skin, let's act quickly to get ready just in time!

written by Allysian Scientific Research Board