There’s more than one way to support your skin health! Whether you’re looking to reduce acne, treat a burn, or find relief from eczema, there are a few different ways you can approach it. While each method has its own set of benefits, some situations may call for a more immediate solution on the skin’s surface, and others may require the use of topical remedies in combination with other methods. Let’s take a look at the benefits of topical skin remedies and when to use them.
The lowdown on topical skincare
Topical solutions or treatments for the skin are applied on the surface of the skin rather than ingested. This can include creams, serums, cleansers, moisturizers – basically anything you might apply to your skin’s surface for a specific effect. They can be used to treat many skin-related struggles, including dry skin, healing wounds, acne, and even reducing joint or muscle pain. While some topical solutions work to treat a specific area of the skin, others are designed to be absorbed by the bloodstream through the dermis (the inner layer of the skin). How a topical solution works depends on what its intended purpose is and the active ingredients within it.
Topical solutions vs. oral solutions
Did you know that your diet is one of the most effective methods when it comes to taking care of your skin health? A well-balanced diet provides you with essential nutrients and vitamins that your skin needs to thrive! For example, drinking plenty of fluids can help support your body’s detoxification pathways. This means that we’re not holding on to unwanted toxins that can build up and cause rashes, spots, or blemishes on the skin. Additionally, foods that directly support skin health can help keep us looking youthful with smooth, glowing skin (more on this later!).
From making sure we’ve got plenty of energy to supporting healthy growth, development, wound healing, and more, our diets are directly linked to our overall health. Naturally, this includes the health of your skin as well!
What are the benefits of oral skincare?
Eating a nutritious diet that’s rich in skin-supporting vitamins and nutrients can help keep your skin healthy. And when diet’s not enough, leaning on supplements that are known to benefit your skin such as vitamin C, vitamin d, or zinc can be useful as well. These nutrients enter our bloodstream and get absorbed by our blood vessels. Within the body, they work with other compounds and enzymes, ultimately working to benefit our skin. Vitamin C is known to support collagen production within the skin, which can help keep our skin supple and glowing. Additionally, vitamin D can help to reduce inflammation and zinc is known for its wound healing properties. As a result, these nutrients help support our skin health.
While it’s important to build a healthy foundation from the inside out, there are times when we need a more immediate solution. Using a combination of both oral and topical solutions can help you get those rapid results.
When should you reach for topical solutions?
Experts say it may be better to use oral treatments alongside topical solutions to support your skin. Oral supplements are there to help give you the support your body may be lacking, but using them in combination is going the extra mile! As a result, creating a routine that combines both oral and topical solutions can help get you closer to achieving your skin health goals – whether it’s reducing acne, treating a bug bite, or targeting a skin condition.
What creams can I start with?
At Orange Naturals, we understand that everyone has different aspects of skin health that they’re trying to target. That’s why we offer a wide range of topical creams.
Bites + Stings Cream
While warmer months allow us to spend time outdoors, they tend to come with little critters that love to nibble on us! Our Bites + Stings Cream featuring soothing arnica is designed to help you find quick relief from those pesky bugs. Stay prepared on your next outdoor adventure by keeping this formula handy.
Acne Control Cream
Whether it was during your teenage years or as an adult, dealing with acne can be difficult. Our Acne Control Cream is safe to use from ages 0 and up. This formula is gentle on inflamed skin and calms redness. It also helps to control blemishes and blackhead breakouts. Additionally, its unique formula contains natural oils that prevent scarring, along with soothing antiseptic properties to relieve dryness and itching. Say goodbye to acne for good.
Burn Relief Cream
BBQs, campfires, and baking are all great ways to add some fun to your day! But accidents do happen and it’s good to be prepared for them. Our Burn Relief Cream works to soothe and relieve pain from minor burns, scalds or sunburns that can cause heat, redness, throbbing, burning or stinging.
Eczema Relief Cream
Eczema is a common skin condition that’s accompanied by skin irritations, dry skin, itchy skin, redness, and more. Our Eczema Relief Cream is a nourishing remedy designed to alleviate itchiness, redness, irritation and pain that may come with a flare-up.
Joint Pain Cream
Orange Naturals Joint Pain Cream is made with arnica and designed to help ease feelings of stiffness, pain and weakness that can torment our spirits and challenge our joints, muscles or tendons. Arnica is known to have anti-inflammatory effects and can help relieve your joint pain. Simply rub this cream on your joints, tendons, or muscles, and enjoy moving once again!
Pain Relief Cream
Whether it’s a minor bruise, swelling, muscle spasms or sprains, our Pain Relief Cream is here for the rescue! This formula acts as a natural antiseptic and helps relieve inflammation and bruising associated with injuries such as sprains, dislocations and contusions.
The skin is our body’s largest organ – so it goes without saying that keeping it healthy is an important part of our overall wellbeing! Addressing skin conditions such as acne breakouts, eczema flare-ups, burns and bug bites can seem overwhelming. But using a combination of topical and oral solutions can give your skin the extra support it needs!
Sources:
Topical Vs. Oral: Best Ways to Improve Skin Health
This Is Your Skin on Vitamins
Should You Add Oral Supplements to Your Skincare Routine?
Frequently asked questions about topical drug delivery
