Though lutein is deposited into many areas of the body prone to free radical damage–like the eyes and skin–it cannot be manufactured by the body.

The only way to take advantage of lutein's antioxidant benefits is by consuming it–or, in the case of a growing number of skin care products, by applying it to the skin.

You can find lutein…

…in vitamins and nutritional supplements
…in raw foods
…in fortified foods
…in topical applications