The 5 Nutrients That End Dry Skin Fast

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 | LLOYD PHAST

Dry Skin

Introduction

If you’re a woman struggling with dry, flaky, or dull skin and no moisturizer seems to help, you came to the right place. Millions of women experience a sudden shift in their skin’s ability to stay hydrated after the age of 30. Dry skin health issue is common and it shows with skincare cosmetic companies racking in billions with products that basically mask the problem.

Dry skin isn’t just a cosmetic nuisance. It can lead to itching, tightness, redness, and rough texture, making makeup patchy and leaving your confidence shaken. As mentioned, the frustrating truth is that cosmetic moisturizers alone rarely fix the problem, because dry skin often starts inside your body.

The good news! Dry skin isn’t permanent. By understanding the underlying causes and supporting your skin with the right nutrients, you can restore its natural hydration and radiance for good.

Case Studies From Leading Institutions

Case Study #1 — Collagen Peptide Supplementation in Older Adults
A controlled trial of adults over 65 found that daily intake of collagen peptides significantly increased skin hydration and elasticity after just 8 weeks (PMC7328867).

Takeaway: Internal supplementation can rebuild skin structure and hydration, even in mature skin.

Case Study #2 — Wheat Polar Lipid Complex for Dry Skin in Women
A 56-day study of 72 women with dry skin demonstrated that supplementation with wheat polar lipids (rich in ceramides) improved skin moisture, elasticity, and smoothness while reducing water loss (PubMed 38100124).

Takeaway: Nutrients that support skin barrier lipids are highly effective for rapid relief from dryness.

Case Study #3 — Oral Hyaluronan for Skin Hydration
Ingested hyaluronan was shown in a randomized, placebo-controlled trial to increase skin moisture and improve chronic dryness (Nutrition J 2014;13:70).

Takeaway: Hydrating molecules taken internally help your skin retain moisture naturally complementing topical nutraceutical care.

What Causes Dry Skin on the Surface?

Your skin flakes and feels rough when dead skin cells fail to shed properly. Normally, skin cells rise to the surface in a process called keratinocyte differentiation, replacing old cells and keeping your skin smooth.

However, when your skin’s pH becomes too alkaline (above 7), this process slows down. Healthy skin thrives at a mildly acidic pH of 4.0–5.0, the acid mantle which protects moisture and supports efficient cell turnover. A healthy acidic mantle on the skin’s surface also acts as a protective barrier to help deter bacteria overgrowth.

Many soaps, shampoos, and lotions have a pH above 7, stripping the acid mantle and leaving your skin dry, flaky, and more prone to irritation. If your products are “antibacterial” or “deep clean,” they may be doing more harm than good.

When dead skin cells clump together on the scalp and shed as visible white flakes that is dandruff, which is an extreme form of dry skin on the scalp.

What Causes Dry Skin From Within?

While external care is important, true hydration starts internally. Your skin depends on key nutrients to produce strong, hydrated cells in the dermis. Without them, new cells can’t replace old, dry cells efficiently, and moisture retention fails.

Essential Nutrients for Skin Hydration:

1. Beta-Carotene / Vitamin A
Supports cell turnover, allowing fresh, hydrated cells to replace dry ones. Found in carrots, spinach, butternut squash, red bell peppers, and supplements.

2. Vitamin C
It’s critical for supporting the biosynthesis of collagen which builds and repairs connective tissue, this helps to protect the skin from rapid aging. Rich sources found in rose hip, mustard spinach, kale, kiwis, broccoli, lemons, and supplements.

3. Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids (ALA)
Strengthen cell membranes, regulate inflammation, and help your skin retain moisture. Rich sources include raw flaxseed, chia, walnuts and supplements.

4. Omega-6 Essential Fatty Acids (LA)
Necessary for healthy skin regeneration. Deficiency slows cellular replacement, leaving dry, rough patches. Rich sources include raw walnuts, hemp seeds, sunflower seeds, almonds and supplements.

5. Beta-Glucan
Polysaccharides found in oats, mushrooms, and seaweed. They trap water molecules in a gel-like structure, keeping skin plump and hydrated.

Without these nutrients, the skin’s natural renewal process falters, leading to chronic dryness and visible aging.

Solution: Heal Dry Skin From the Inside Out

To truly restore hydration, target both internal nutrition and external care:

Internally: Take a high-quality supplement containing Beta-Carotene (to make Vitamin A in the liver), Vitamin C, Omega-3, Omega-6, and Beta-Glucan to nourish the skin from within. Clinical trials show these nutrients improve moisture, elasticity, and barrier function, even in older adults.

Externally: Use acidic skincare products (pH 4–6) to protect your skin’s acid mantle. Avoid alkaline soaps, shampoos, and lotions which strip oils and worsen dryness.

With consistent use, most women notice smoother, more radiant skin within 3–6 weeks without heavy cosmetic creams or harsh skin application treatments.

Final Thoughts

Dry skin isn’t just a surface problem it reflects internal nutrient deficiencies and pH imbalance. When you support your skin from the inside and protect it on the outside, you allow natural hydration and regeneration to take over.

Key Takeaways:

Dry skin is often caused by alkaline skincare products, (pH above 7) and nutrient deficiencies.
Beta-Carotene / Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Omega-3, Omega-6, and Beta-Glucans are essential for restoring hydration and cell renewal.
Balanced nutrition and pH-conscious skincare can rebuild radiant, soft, and youthful skin naturally.

Rebuild Your Skin’s Brilliance From Within

Don’t wait another day feeling frustrated by dry, flaky skin. Feed your skin the nutrients it’s missing and bring back your youthful radiance naturally.

Get our complete Skin Renewal Nutrient Pack loaded with Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Omega-3, Omega-6, and Beta-Glucan to support deep hydration and lasting smoothness.

Sign up as a Preferred Customer today and enjoy: