Supplement Cheat Sheet
Often times we forget how closely linked our skin and health are. Over the years, we've seen a direct correlation between what our skin challenges are and what is lacking or unbalanced in our diet. The best thing we can do for our skin and wellness is consume natural animal-based foods, but even still, it can be hard to consume all the vitamins, mineral, and nutrients needed, and for those cases, we created the Kossma supplement line. Knowing where to start can feel like the biggest challenge of all, so we've grouped challenges with our supplement suggestions, for ease.
Acne & Breakout Prone Skin
Characteristics
Consistent breakouts of whiteheads, blackheads, pimples, cystic pimples, inflammatory bumps.
Treatment
Vitamin D3, Vitamin E
For women only - add in Progesterone
Benefits
Our comprehensive approach to supporting acne-free skin includes our Vitamin E supplement providing antioxidant protection, reduces inflammation, and calms acne breakouts. It strengthens the immune system and improves overall skin health. Vitamin D3 supports skin tissue growth, balances oil production, and enhances complexion.
Additionally, our optional Progesterone supplement, available for women, increases collagen, regulates oil production, and resolves acne. Together, these supplements offer a powerful healing combination for fresh and vibrant skin.
Hair Loss
Characteristics
Overall thinning, hair texture and density changes, postpartum hair loss, male and female pattern baldness
Treatment
Benefits
The interplay of these nutrients is what makes them effective. Vitamin B complex provides essential B vitamins that support overall hair health and prevent deficiencies that can contribute to hair loss. Vitamin E, with its antioxidant properties, helps protect the scalp from oxidative stress and inflammation, promoting a healthy environment for hair follicles. Vitamin D3 adds benefits by regulating hair follicle function and promoting strong and healthy hair growth.
Aging
Characteristics
Age spots (lipofuscin), laxity of skin, wrinkles, texture
Treatment
Vitamin D3, Vitamin K2, Vitamin E, Vitamin B Complex
For women only - add in Progesterone
Benefits
By working together, these vitamins complement each other's functions. Vitamin D3 and K2 support calcium regulation, which is crucial for skin health and bone metabolism. The B Complex vitamins provide energy and promote a positive mood, reducing stress that can affect skin condition. Vitamin E acts as a powerful antioxidant, protecting the skin from damage and promoting general skin health. When Progesterone (only for women) is added in, it supports the progesterone-anti-estrogen pathway, reducing the harmful effects of estrogen that can contribute to aging skin and other concerns.
Weight
Characteristics
Dehydrated skin lacks water and may appear tight, dull, dry, and has fine lines and wrinkles. It has difficulty absorbing products and can be irritated and sensitive. Dehydrated skin is often intermittent and one of the goals to treat it is to maintain consistent hydration.
Treatment
Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, Vitamin B Complex
Benefits
Vitamin E, with its antioxidant properties, protects against oxidative stress and inflammation. This supports overall health and aids in maintaining a balanced metabolism. When combined with Vitamin D3 and B Complex, it contributes to the overall effectiveness of the combination in preventing weight gain.
Vitamin D3 plays a crucial role in calcium absorption, bone health, and immune function. By optimizing these processes, Vitamin D3 supports overall wellness and can contribute to a healthy weight. Along with the other vitamins, it enhances the metabolic benefits of the combination.
The B Complex, with its essential B vitamins, aids in metabolism and hormone regulation. These vitamins play a role in energy production, insulin sensitivity, and maintaining proper nutrient levels. When working in conjunction with the other supplements, the B Complex further supports a healthy metabolism and helps prevent weight gain.
Hormone Imbalance (female)
Characteristics
Premenopausal | Estrogen dominance, conversion issues, testosterone causes PCOS in females and , shows itself as puffiness, weight gain, missed or irregular menstrual cycle, fibrocystic breasts, sleep disturbances, depression.
Postmenopausal | Provides an overall balancing of hormones, because estrogen (what is left) is unopposed creating an estrogen-heavy condition.
Treatment
Benefits
Progesterone helps counteract estrogen effects, restoring hormone balance. Vitamin E (mixed tocopherols) supports the progesterone-anti-estrogen pathway and protects against oxidative stress. The Vitamin B Complex aids in metabolism and hormone regulation, promoting balance. Vitamin D3 plays a role in hormone synthesis and metabolism, contributing to overall hormonal equilibrium.
Together, these supplements provide comprehensive support for correcting hormone imbalances in women. Consultation with a healthcare professional is recommended for personalized guidance.
Mature Skin
Characteristics
Mature skin resembles dry skin in terms of dryness and roughness, and also includes signs of aging such as fine lines, wrinkles, age spots, uneven texture, large pores and sagging. Mature skin can also be dry with flaking.
Treatment
Focus on gentle cleansing, hydration, collagen stimulation via massage, nutrition, and using products that lighten pigmentation and plump skin.
Protocol
- Butter Cleansing Oil OR Chamomile Cleansing Gel
- OR Mabon Dew Hydrosol
- Reishi Rose Tallow Face Oil
- Genesis Ghee Balm
- Sovereign salve night only
- Pearl Powder
- Milky Mask 1x or 2x/week mixed with milk (for gentle exfoliation and moisturization), or green tea (for vasodilation benefits).
Add ons:
Calendula Rose Hydrosol a feel-good multi purpose hydrosol that is nutrient-dense. Helps with hydration and is an overall soothing (calendula) beauty (rose) treatment Seasonal
Vitamin C Serum beautifies and helps with surface wrinkles (fine lines) by plumping the skin; also helps with discoloration caused by excess estrogen.
New Moon Beauty Serumsmooths out the fine lines, moisturizes and plumps up dry skin, barrier repair, all the skin things come down to disrupted skin barrier
