Supporting Your Skin & Managing Summer Exposures

Supporting Your Skin & Managing Summer Exposures

When it comes to skin health, nourishing from within is key to maintaining a radiant, resilient complexion. In addition to lifestyle considerations, there are a few key supplements that may support skin health year round.

Nourishing Your Skin from Within

Omega-3 Fatty Acids: A foundational supplement for year-round health, Omega-3s support hydration, nourishment, and resilience in the skin. We offer a range of Omega-3 Fish Oil options in-store and through our Fullscript online ordering platform.

Probiotic: A balanced gut microbiome can positively impact skin clarity and function. We have high-quality, multi-strain probiotic professional-grade supplement options to recommend in-store and available through our online store platforms found here.

Hair, Skin, & Nails by NutriDyn: The ingredients in NutriDyn Hair, Skin, and Nails provide a multitude of beneficial effects, especially for nourishing cells contained in the skin and its related tissues, as well as supports antioxidant capacity in the skin. This updated blend also contains extra support for healthy hair, skin, and nails from increased vitamins, MSM, astaxanthin, and collagen. [Available in-store]

Collagen: Essential for skin integrity, collagen supplementation may support hydration, elasticity, and recovery, nurturing skin health all year round. [Available in-store or Fullscript].

Support Your Skin This Season

As sunny, warm days return, daily habits can make all the difference. These small, intentional habits can help keep your skin nourished and resilient all season long.

  • Hydrate Regularly: Drink 8-10 cups of water as a baseline to help maintain skin moisture in the heat and support overall hydration. Bonus: Snack on hydrating foods like watermelon, cucumbers, and oranges for added boost.
  • Time Your Sun Exposure: Brief time in the sun can support Vitamin D production, but duration varies by individual. After brief sun, consider shade, protective clothing, or apply sunscreen—choose the approach that feels right for your skin and comfort.
  • Cover Up Naturally: Opt for lightweight, long-sleeve clothing, wide-brimmed hats, and UV-protective sunglasses for physical sun protection.
  • Cool Showers: After outdoor activities, taking a cool or lukewarm shower may help sooth skin, reduce inflammation, and prevent dryness—especially after sun exposure.
  • Rest Well: Aim for 7–8 hours of sleep to support skin’s natural repair processes.

 

Summer Protection Available at The Apothecary

Shop our in-store selection of sun care and insect repellent essentials:

  • Powder-Me SPF® by Jane Iredale — A weightless, dry sunscreen with broad-spectrum SPF—perfect for on-the-go touch ups
  • Babo Botanicals — Gentle, mineral-based sun care for the whole family.

 

Insect Repellent

  • All Terrain Herbal Armor
  • All Terrain Kids Herbal Armor

All Terrain’s Herbal Armor® line offers DEET-free, natural insect repellents suitable for adults and children. These products utilize a blend of six essential oils known for their insect-repelling properties.

Experiencing Challenging Seasonal Symptoms?

Stay prepared with over-the-counter essentials to support your response to seasonal allergens—available in-store at The Apothecary.

  • Homeopathic Antigen Drops by Natural Creations — Allergy HP, Weed & Grass Antigen, and Tree Antigen [available in-store]: Temporarily relieves symptoms associated with targeted allergen responses.
  • Nasal Spray by Natural Creations — Temporarily relieves coryza, sneezing, dryness, &/or post nasal drip [available in-store].
  • R-Hist by Natural Creations [available in-store].
  • D-Hist by Ortho Molecular — The Natural D-Hist® formula includes optimal support for nasal and sinus passageways for individuals who anticipate seasonal changes. [Available in-store or on Fullscript].
  • D-Hist Jr (for kids) by Ortho Molecular Springboard: D-Hist Jr.™ promotes healthy nasal and sinus passages for children with elevated histamine and respiratory irritation. [Available in-store or on Fullscript]
  • Aller-Calm: A blend of standardized herbal extracts clinically formulated and tested to promote healthy, normal breathing and to support clear airway passages seasonally and all year-round. [» Apothecary Label Online Store]

Targeted Support Supplements

If you are looking for supplements or vitamins to complement your health goals, we offer a large selection of over-the-counter items—vitamins, homeopathics, botanicals, nutraceuticals, chemical-free skin care products, and natural cosmetics. Our team is happy to help with recommendations or questions you have about nutritional supplements to support your health goals. We have put together some common targeted support supplements on our website.

Visit Shop Supplements to access the different categories of targeted support recommendations. Feel free to stop in or give one of our pharmacists a call at The Apothecary 320-251-0107. Note: Mail-order shipping cost varies by order.