Vitamin A

Vitamin A supports normal vision - particularly in low-light conditions - strengthens the immune system, and promotes healthy skin and cellular function. As a fat-soluble nutrient, it is stored in the body and sourced naturally from foods such as carrots, sweet potatoes, and leafy green vegetables. Ensuring adequate intake is essential for long-term health, while excessive consumption should be avoided due to potential negative side effects.

Vitamin A is available in several forms and one form, retinoic acid, is specifically prohibited from use in cosmetics in the UK and EU. Other forms of vitamin A, retinol and retinyl esters such as retinyl palmitate and retinyl acetate, are safely used in skin care products to boost skin cell renewal and may help with skin elasticity and smoothness.