Measuring the level of awareness of youth using cosmetic nutritional supplements in Saudi Arabia

Abstract

This study was conducted to measure the community's awareness in terms of the good use of cosmetic nutritional supplements. The most interactive response questionnaire was conducted and it was found that a large percentage of the community, equal to 83%, uses cosmetic supplements, especially the middle age group (bachelor’s degree). The common reason for their use was lack of nutrients but there is a category of 36% that consumed them for cosmetic reasons (beauty of hair, nails, skin etc.). Most supplements consume iron, and it is often taken for the cause of hair and skin loss. A rate of 73%, used the supplement after conducting laboratory analyzes, and this indicates that there is progress in awareness of the use of supplements, but based on these results, awareness programs must be conducted about the pattern and how to consume cosmetic nutritional supplements in a good way, in which sufficient use is made among individuals. 58% of people used the supplement based on a medical prescription, and this is considered an indicator of a rise in community awareness at the present time. As nutritionists, our role is to raise community awareness and disseminate correct information that guides them to the right path.