How Beta-Carotene Supplements Work
Scientific Study
Antioxidant-rich nutrients increase skin pigmentation
This study looked at how certain nutrients like carotenoids, vitamin E, and vitamin C affect the color of our skin, even without sunlight. The study showed that taking these supplements significantly increased skin pigmentation.
Scientific Study
People are more attracted to a carotenoid tan than a UV tan
This study investigates the influence of skin coloration, on facial attractiveness. It finds that increased carotene coloration enhance attractiveness, especially in female faces during dating and the overall appearance of health.
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Beta-carotene can make you look tanner and more healthy [study]
People were divided into groups, the first group was given beta-carotene, and the other group tanned with UV. After rating them on attractiveness, the people who ate beta-carotene were more attractive.
Young women up beta-carotene intake and darken their skin [study]
After giving young women beta-carotene, their skin complexion was changed
Antioxidant-rich nutrients induce pigmentation in skin [study]
Other nutrients besides beta-carotene found in vegetables/seaweed can make you more tan
How to get a Tan without Damaging your Skin [GQ]
GQ writes about how beta-carotene can be used to get a killer tan without UV rays.
Beta-carotene can augment your UV tan
This online article explains the pros and cons of using beta-carotene to help your tan