Lutein and Skin Health Similar to our eyes, lutein is deposited
throughout our skin through the lutein we consume.1 Research
suggests 10 mg of lutein from food or dietary supplements, may
play a role in maintaining healthy skin.2, 3, 4 A recent human
clinical study showed 10 mg of lutein daily increased skin
hydration, elasticity and skin lipid content.5 This is the first
research to show improvement in skin health through lutein
supplementation alone. Skin is the largest organ of the human
body. Along with our eyes, it is the only organ of the body
constantly exposed to the environment. Skin is "assaulted" by -
Light (especially ultraviolet and visible wavelengths) -
Environmental pollutants Such exposure can create reactive
oxygen species, leading to cell-damaging free radicals within
skin. The skin provides numerous functions. It acts as a barrier
of protection for the internal organs. It regulates body
temperature. It plays an important role in immunological
response. Therefore, it is important to protect