ATIKA Journal — The Science of Skin Longevity

Do Skin Supplements Actually Work? Evidence, Safety, and What to Expect

Do skin supplements work? A PharmD explains what human studies show for hydration, elasticity, barrier support, and aging skin — plus realistic timelines and how to choose.

Why Collagen Isn't Enough: A Pharmacist's Guide to Choosing a Skin Supplement

Collagen can support skin structure, elasticity, and wrinkle appearance — but skin aging involves more than collagen alone. A pharmacist explains how barrier lipids, antioxidants, carotenoids, and ...

Perimenopause Skin Changes: What Happens & What Helps

Perimenopause can coincide with dryness, sensitivity, reduced elasticity, and changes in skin texture or firmness. This evidence-based guide explains what estrogen is known to affect, where the res...

Summer Skin: Sun Exposure, Internal Defense & Barrier Recovery

Summer sun is beautiful and dangerous. Most people rely entirely on topical sunscreen — which is necessary but incomplete. UV damage operates on two fronts: oxidative stress inside cells and barrie...

GLP-1 Skin Changes: “Ozempic Face,” Loose Skin & What Helps

Substantial weight loss on semaglutide, tirzepatide and other GLP-1-based therapies can make facial hollowing, loose skin and dryness more visible. The clearest established cause is loss of facial ...

What Are the Best Supplements for Skin?

What are the best supplements for skin? We examine collagen peptides, oral ceramides, carotenoids, polyphenols, vitamins and minerals — and what human research actually shows for skin structure, hy...

What Are the Best Supplements for Skin Hydration and Dry Skin?

What supplements actually help hydrate dry skin? We examine the human evidence for oral ceramides, collagen and other nutrients that support skin hydration and barrier function.

What Dermatologists Recommend for Internal Skin Support

Dermatologists are moving beyond prescribing topicals. A growing number recommend internal nutritional support as foundational strategy — not as replacement for sunscreen or medical treatment, but ...

What Are the Best Supplements for Skin Elasticity?

What supplements actually support skin elasticity? We examine the human evidence for collagen peptides, ceramides, antioxidants and other nutrients that support skin structure, hydration and resili...

What Are the Best Supplements for Crepey, Sagging or Loose Skin?

Can supplements help crepey, sagging or loose skin? We examine the evidence for collagen peptides, ceramides and antioxidants, and what supplements can realistically do.