Support Healthy Hair, Sleep, Skin and Gut With Some of Our Favourite Supplements
Nikkita is a former corporate copywriter and skincare lover turned Social & Content Coordinator here at Adore Beauty. She spends most of her spare time on the hunt for Melbourne's best Pain au Chocolat.
I can’t be the only 20-something-year-old who’s dead tired of hearing the same “New Year, New Me” phrases come pouring in at the beginning of each year.
For the first three weeks of every New Year, my IG feed is rampant with influencers promoting juices that swear to slim your tummy overnight, gummies that’ll double your hair length in 30 days, serums that’ll magically shave 20 years off your appearance…blah blah blah.
You picking up what I'm putting down?
With it being that time of year, I feel it's important that I remind you that you don't need to reinvent yourself entirely each New Year because some sponsored post is telling you to.
So, instead of falling for the trap that a miracle serum will make your hair grow 10cm in a month and help you drop weight overnight (cough, personal experience from 2016 here), let's make 2023 the year we drop this toxic 'New Year, New Me' mentality.
If, like me, you're choosing to focus on sticking to healthy habits and making lifestyle changes this year, I might actually be able to help.
So, without any further ado, I present you with our fad-free list of supplements for 2023.
When used in conjunction with a healthy diet and lifestyle, these supplements can help to support healthy hair, sleep and skin – no bs claims, no unrealistic and unachievable results, and no bogus promises here.
If you've been wondering if supplements actually work, what supplements you should take, and the best supplements available, wonder no more.
Let's get stuck into it, shall we?
1. Vida Glow Natural Marine Collagen Original.
What:
Vida Glow Natural Marine Collagen - Original works to encourage collagen production and promote younger-looking skin, thicker hair and stronger.
Ingredients:
Wondering what all the fuss is about? Vida Glow's Natural Marine Collagen:
- Contains no artificial flavours, preservatives or other additives.
- Is made from sustainably sourced fish scales.
- Is free from gluten, dairy, eggs, nuts and soy.
Key Benefits:
We all know that it’s what’s on the inside that counts. Vida Glow Marine Collagen supplement helps to:
- Support your body’s production of collagen.
- Reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
- Firms and plumps the skin, whilst improving skin elasticity.
- Maintains skin integrity.
- Promotes hair growth and health.
- Promotes nail growth and strength.
How to Use:
One of the best things about Vida Glow Natural Marine Collagen is that you can enjoy it in whatever way suits you best. Simply mix one sachet into your fave bev (or food!) and enjoy 1-3 times per day, each and every single day.
Try This If:
If you’re tired of countless broken nails, or you’ve noticed your hair isn’t as thick as it once was, or perhaps you’re wanting to encourage more collagen production in your skin, then you might just find your new fave product in this supplement.
If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, we strongly recommend speaking with a trusted healthcare professional prior to taking this supplement to determine if it’s right for you.
This product is not a sole source of nutrition and should be consumed in conjunction with a nutritious diet and appropriate physical activity.
2. The Beauty Chef Glow Inner Beauty Essential.
What:
This supercharged, next-generation formula helps to support gut health, skin health and general well-being. The berry-packed The Beauty Chef Glow Inner Beauty Essential 150g blend promises to have you glowing from the inside out.
Ingredients:
- Provitamin A: Essential for aiding the cell turnover process.
- Vitamin C: This powerful antioxidant helps to boost collagen production and retain cell protection.
- Biotin and Zinc: To help contribute to the maintenance of healthy hair, skin and nails, whilst helping with metabolism and energy production.
- Prebiotics and Probiotics: To help feed our guts the beneficial bacteria necessary for proper digestion.
- Free from artificial flavours, colours and preservatives.
- Gluten, dairy, soy, nut and egg free.
Key Benefits:
You know that age-old saying, “you are what you eat”? Well, this little product puts that theory to the ultimate test.
Rumour actually has it that there’s a link between good gut bacteria and radiant skin.
But what does that mean?
It means that when we have good digestive well-being, we’re able to fuel our bodies and give our skin all the luscious nutrients it needs to glow.
This skin-loving Beauty Chef Glow Inner Beauty Essential feeds the good bacteria in our guts with 18 certified organic whole foods, such as bio-fermented maqui berries, pomegranate fruit peel and queen garnet plum.
The result? Improved gut health, skin health and general well-being.
Yep, talk about glow from within.
TLDR: we actually are what we eat (to an extent).
How to Use:
To get this goodness into your guts, you’ll need to mix 1 teaspoon (5 grams) into 200ml of your fave smoothie or drink (or, you can keep it classic and mix it into your water), and consume immediately.
For optimal results, The Beauty Chef recommends consuming the product daily in chilled or room-temperature beverages.
And yes, it’s also safe to be taken with other Beauty Chef products.
What a win!
Try This If:
If you’re looking for radiant skin, and a glow from within, you’ll want to give this one a go.
This product is not a sole source of nutrition and should be consumed in conjunction with a nutritious diet and appropriate physical activity. Not suitable for children under 15 years of age or pregnant women. In these cases, the product should only be used under medical or dietetic supervision.
3. Aéde Hair Activist - 3 month pack.
What:
As the name suggests, the Aede Hair Activist - 3 month pack is a daily supplement that works to support healthy hair, scalp and skin.
Ingredients:
Absolutely bursting with goodies, the Aéde Hair Activist is made up of:
- Marine collagen.
- Riboflaven.
- Biotin.
- Silicon.
- Zinc.
- Selenium.
Key Benefits:
This Australian-made blend of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants can:
- Help hair grow longer, stronger and shinier.
- Support hair, skin and scalp health.
How to Use:
The instructions for this don’t get any simpler. Take one tablet, twice daily, with food. That’s literally it.
You’ll also want to make sure that you store these ones in a cool, dry place.
Try This If:
If your hair has been feeling limp, dull, and lacking your usual lustrous shine, you might want to give this a go.
This supplement is intended to be used by adults, and taken twice daily with food. Chat to your GP before starting any new vitamin regime. Store them in a cool, dry place and of course remember vitamins aren’t a replacement for a healthy diet. For adult use only.
Also: AÉDE Hair Activist contains fish products, so it’s not for you if you’re vegetarian or vegan. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
4. WelleCo SUPER ELIXIR Greens.
What:
Treat your body like the temple it is with the WelleCo SUPER ELIXIR Greens Refillable Caddy 300g. This plant-based, all-in-one green superfood powder works to improve energy, strengthen immunity, reduce inflammation, and leave you with radiant, glowing skin!
Ingredients:
What ingredients can be found in this alkalising, ultra-green supplement you ask? The WelleCo SUPER ELIXIR Greens packs a mighty punch with over 45 premium whole food ingredients, including:
- Super Greens (yep, I’m talking barley grass, wheatgrass, alfalfa, spinach and spirulina): To help balance the acidity in your skin and the alkalinity in your blood.
- Horsetail Herb Extract: To help support the production of healthy connective tissue, and the formation of collagen.
- Maitake and shiitake mushrooms: Help to maintain and support the immune system.
- Acai, pomegranate, grapeseed and rosehip powders: These goodies are not only high in antioxidants but are also a rich source of Vitamin A (which we all know helps to promote healthy skin and fights premature ageing).
- Vegan, gluten, dairy, wheat, soy and refined sugar free.
Key Benefits:
If it’s been formulated by leading nutritional doctors, you know it’s going to be good. The WelleCo SUPER ELIXIR Greens:
- Repairs inflammation caused by sugar, dairy, alcohol or stress.
- Improves energy levels while boosting the immune system.
- Can help to improve cognitive and metabolic function.
- Encourages healthy, glowing skin.
- Improves the health of nails and hair.
How to Use:
To enjoy the WelleCo SUPER ELIXIR, mix two teaspoons of powder into one cup of filtered water, coconut water, juice, or a smoothie.
To ensure that your body absorbs the ingredients as effectively as possible, it’s important that you consume the WelleCo SUPER ELIXIR immediately after making it, and at least an hour before/after consuming caffeine.
Try This If: If quality sleep and energy seem like something your body is lacking, look no further than the WelleCo SUPER ELIXIR.
5. JSHEALTH Magnesium.
What:
Formulated with 3 types of magnesium, JSHEALTH Magnesium - 60 Tablets encourages general well-being so that you can always feel your best self!
Ingredients and Key Benefits:
There are no hidden nasties in JSHEALTH Magensium.
The only ingredient you will find is...(drum roll please): 3 different types of magnesium.
These help to promote better muscle relaxation, general well-being, and energy levels, and may help with supporting a restorative nervous system, bone health and metabolism.
How to Use:
To reap the benefits of JSHEALTH Magnesium, take 1 tablet, twice per day with food, or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Try This If:
Try this if you’re needing support in encouraging muscle relaxation, energy production and encourage overall general well-being.
And there you have it! Our complete list of supplements to help support healthy hair, sleep, skin and gut health in 2023.
Remember, supplements are not a quick fix. They are designed to be consumed in conjunction with leading a healthy lifestyle – whatever that may look like for you!
For support or advice on deciding what supplement is right for you and your individual needs, please reach out to your trusted healthcare professional.
Want to read more about wellness and supplements? Check out these articles below:
