Why take supplements?
These days more than ever our non-stop lifestyle, it is impossible to rely on our diet alone to satisfy all of our skin/hair/nails needs. The increase in overly processed foods means that the nutritional values are diminished, even when using fresh food where possible the storage and cooking of foods often decreases their nutritional value.
ANP only use the highest quality ingredients that are easily absorbed by the body meaning quicker results when taken correctly and consistently. The packaging used is completely recyclable and in the world of health and beauty using and creating so much plastic waste this is so important to see and support.
What supplements should I take ?
This will usually requires a consultation as every person is different and has different concerns/needs and expectations, but we can go through the main stand out products within the range for the majority of concerns that are seen on a day to day basis in salon...
Usually the first supplement to reach for would be the ANP probiotic called 'Youth Biome', Really everyone should take this supplement as it is amazing for gut health. If our gut is not healthy then the absorption of food or any other supplementation can be extremely poor. Our gut heath has a huge impact on our overall health and its something that we ignore and take for granted. Healthy gut= healthy you!!
Youth Biome has 4 bacterial strains specifically to help support gut flora, and along with the addition of Vitamin C aids normal collagen function in the skin. One thing that sets this probiotic apart is that capsule is specifically designed not to break down until it reaches the gut giving you, the client maximum absorption of the billions of bacteria and the Vitamin C.
Omega +: Think of Omega + as your internal moisturiser, it will literally moisturise your skin from the inside out with the help of Vitamin A which is important for healthy skin function Omega + boasts to be packed with both Omega 3 fatty acid and Omega 6 fatty acid! The Omega 3 fatty acid is farmed from fish in a that's habitats are guaranteed to exceed all global purity standards! This Omega 3 fatty acid is taken from the belly flesh of the fish instead of the liver to ensure no toxins and that it can be as pure as can be. The Omega 6 fatty acid is mage from evening primrose oil. Even the capsule that the Omegas+ is made from is selenium which is an antioxidant rich ingredient for skin health.
The best seller in the ANP range is Skin Accumax. This supplement is our go to in the salon for someone suffering with a congested, acne prone or hypersensitivity. Accumax contains vitamins A, C and E and also has a high level of plant extract called 'Dim'. Dim can be found naturally in broccoli but Accumax has high levels of this ingredient that has anti-inflammatory properties perfect for our clients suffering with inflamed acne and congestion. The vitamin A in Accumax also contributes to keeping the skin healthy, encouraging skin renewal and helping with oil control. Our recommendation depending on the severity of the skin condition would be 4 capsules daily and on completing the first course we always advise our clients to touch base with us to asses the skin and re-evaluate the concern and prescription.
Advanced Nutrition Programme also has a different collections when it comes to a client who's looking for a superior multi-vitamin, one being Pro Vitality Formula, this 28 day blister pack contains 6 supplements specifically formulated to improve overall well being as well as beautiful skin, perfect for brides on the last month running up to their wedding day.