Beauty Experts Swear by These Mind-Blowing Supplements! You Won’t Believe the Transformations!

I am a sucker for reading ingredient labels. Whether it’s the ink list on the back of my moisturizer or the food label on my jar of expensive pesto, I’m obsessed with wanting to know exactly what I’m putting on and on my body.

And as a general rule, if I can’t pronounce something that is added as an ingredient to a food, I won’t eat it. But this is where things can get tricky when it comes to supplements. There are some added ingredients in supplements that require a bit of research to really find out a) what they are and b) if their inclusion is valid. While I believe you can and should get most of your nutrients from food, there are some brilliant supplements on the market that (when taken strategically) can help you feel better.

What are some of the main ingredients that people should avoid when buying supplements?

“It’s important to scan the label for unwanted or excess fillers, bulking agents, and chemicals. Some brands will have as many fillers as ingredients,” says the nutritionist and founder of Artah HealthRhian Stephenson.

“Things like artificial colors, silicon dioxide, titanium dioxide, magnesium silicate (talc), iron oxide, and stearic acid are ingredients I would always avoid. It’s important to understand that not all supplements can be 100% filler-free due to stability or anti-caking requirements during manufacturing, which prevent supplements from sticking in the machinery, but a good brand will always choose the most natural way to achieve this, for example, using gluten-free brown rice flour instead of talc. “.

clinical nutritionist Stephanie Moore Agree “Look at the ingredient list and if these ingredients are high on the list, avoid them. Anything with coloring or flavoring should be avoided as they are certainly unnecessary.”

“There’s a huge craze for gummies right now and to me, that’s a bit of a no-go. They usually have artificial sweeteners, flavorings and other nasty stuff. Simple is best.”

How do you know if the supplement you are buying is made from high-quality ingredients?

“Look for brands that do third-party testing to verify their ingredients, which can usually be found in the FAQ section,” Stephenson advises. “This can help you make sure you’re investing in something that is what you say it is. It’s also important to find out who’s behind the formulation – it’s common practice to hire marketing agencies to identify an opportunity and suggest a formulation purely of this , instead of starting from nutritional experience”.

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8 Supplements I Rate as a Skeptical Beauty Editor

Navigating through the marketing and finding good quality supplements that aren’t packed with cheap fillers isn’t easy. But lucky for you, i have become quite a supplement snob and i truly believe i have found the best on the market.

Below I share the 8 supplements that I really rate. From probiotics that help maintain gut health to nootropics that boost brain function, here’s what you’ll find in my kitchen cabinet…

1/ Best for: boosting collagen

There are tons of collagen powders, gummies, and liquids on the market, so it can be confusing to know which one is best for you. If you want to keep things simple, I like Vida Glow. Its only ingredient? 100% natural marine collagen.

2/ Best for: swelling

While there are plenty of bloat tablets out there, it’s Artah Health’s Digest + Debloat that I really rate. It’s basically a tincture of bitter stimulants and calming organic ingredients that help support the liver, support digestion, and relieve bloating. Simply take 1.5ml twice a day with water, as a tea or neat to quickly relieve symptoms. I won’t lie to you, it doesn’t taste good. But, the ingredients are gold standard and it really works.

3/ Ideal for: concentration

If you are not yet aware of the benefits of adaptogenic mushrooms, this is your cue to go and take a deep dive. The health benefits of mushrooms are fascinating and an area of ​​health and wellness that has seen real growth in the last 5 years (and you can expect that to only quadruple in the next 10). Erba’s blend of adaptogenic mushrooms and plant-based supplements is excellent. I especially like the Woke + Focus blend, a great alternative to caffeine for when you want to focus your mind.

4/ Ideal for: skin radiance

Tremella mushroom is often touted as the alternative to hyaluronic acid, thanks to its ability to hydrate skin from within. It has a naturally sweet flavor and is extremely high in dietary fiber and antioxidants. I was pleasantly surprised by the remarkable results I saw from taking Dirtea Tremella Mushroom Powder for a month. I added a tablespoon to my morning coffee every day and honestly my skin glowed. Big fan.

5/ Ideal for: immunity

Marie Reynolds is a brilliant wellness expert whose brain is an encyclopedia of knowledge and someone I truly trust with my health. If I start to feel like I’m coming down with a cold, I instantly reach for Defend by Marie Reynolds. Each capsule contains a high dose of Vitamin C plus 19 immune-boosting and antiviral ingredients from herbs, berries, fruits, leaves, roots, mushrooms, bulbs, vitamins and minerals. Take one capsule 1-3 times a day and it will stop any cold in its tracks.

6/ Ideal for: calming anxiety

I bought these after following davinia taylor on Instagram and relating to a lot of the frustrations she’s encountered with supplements that contain a bunch of ingredients you just don’t want in your body. This simple supplement contains L-theanine, an amino acid that is great for calming anxious feelings, calming stressful nerves, and promoting a good night’s sleep. I keep them on hand and grab two whenever I feel overwhelmed, have accidentally had too many coffees, or am struggling to unplug after a busy day.

7/ Best: probiotic

There are thousands of probiotics on the market, from yogurt drinks to powders and tablets. For me, I love and trust Symprove. It is a liquid drink that is taken before any meal once a day. In this way, it ensures that the probiotic strains reach your gut without disrupting your digestion (which can lead to bacteria being excreted as waste). I do the 12 week program once a year and really notice a big difference in my energy levels, skin, and mood around week 8, and also find that I don’t get sick for months on end. If that wasn’t enough to convince you, I’ve also spoken to many unaffiliated nutrition experts who gave it the green light as well.

8/ Best for: supporting nutrition

As I said at the beginning, I truly believe that nutrition comes first and a good varied diet is the best way to ensure you feel your best. But you can support your diet with high quality supplements, which is where Indi comes into play for me. These sachets are packed with fiber-rich vegetable powders that essentially increase your total daily intake. There are ingredients like acai berry, turmeric, blueberry, purple carrot, B vitamins, and hibiscus. I add a sachet to my post-workout shake just to really boost its nutrient content.