3 FOODS TO NOURISH SKIN FOR INSIDE OUT RADIANCE
3 Foods To Nourish Skin For Inside Out Radiance
Here at Skinfood Headquarters, our philosophy is simple. Ingredients nourishing on the inside, nourish on the outside. By incorporating both topical application and nutritional intake we can double the skincare power and get the kind of lit-from-within-just-got-back-from-holiday glow we desire all year round. We are about to reveal three effective foods to add to your daily diet and skincare routine and show you why you should go feed your skin with them right now.
But Firstly, Eat Your Water
Drink eight glasses of water a day. If that advice has
slipped you by, you’ve been living under a rock, my friend. But Howard Murad,
M.D., author of The Water Secret, highlights the importance of eating your water.
Whilst it is important to sip on water throughout the day, not many people realise the power of eating your water in the form of fruit and vegetables. As the body cannot make many antioxidants, such as vitamin C, we need to get plenty from the diet, so they can work their magic by renewing cells and enhancing their ability to retain water.
Cells deteriorate and cannot function optimally when the cells are not fully hydrated. We naturally lose water as we age which makes it harder for our body to repair, renew and heal in general, but good nutrition builds our body’s ability to hold onto water and adequately hydrate cells for the glowy just-had-a-facial skin look. The good thing about fruit and vegetables is that the water content is high-quality with all the nutrients.
Whilst it is important to sip on water throughout the day, not many people realise the power of eating your water in the form of fruit and vegetables. As the body cannot make many antioxidants, such as vitamin C, we need to get plenty from the diet, so they can work their magic by renewing cells and enhancing their ability to retain water.
Cells deteriorate and cannot function optimally when the cells are not fully hydrated. We naturally lose water as we age which makes it harder for our body to repair, renew and heal in general, but good nutrition builds our body’s ability to hold onto water and adequately hydrate cells for the glowy just-had-a-facial skin look. The good thing about fruit and vegetables is that the water content is high-quality with all the nutrients.
Start by adding the following three foods to your diet
and skincare routine for the ultimate hit of hydration your body and skin need.
Cucumber
Super hydrating cucumber has a water content of 97%,
keeping the skin hydrated and supple whilst cooling the body when eaten and
applied. And of course, we have all heard of the well-known beauty hack of
applying cucumber slices to the eyes to wake up, soothe and depuff tired eyes
and dark circles.
The high antioxidant properties of cucumber make it excellent for fighting free radical damage. With a soothing effect on sensitive skin, it is great for treating sunburn or skin conditions to soothe inflammation. Cucumber is also known to heal scars. Cucumber protects elastin and hyaluronic acid from breaking down. This produces a tightening effect as a natural skin toner whilst supporting collagen building and cell renewal.
Not only is cucumber extremely moisturising, it absorbs quickly and lowers sebum levels in the skin to control acne. This is the oily substance that clogs up skin follicles alongside dead skin cells.Vitamins A, B, C, K, manganese, copper and potassium in cucumber provides your body with all the nutrients it needs.
Cucumber seeds also contains magnesium, known as the chill mineral, as it relaxes the muscles and nervous system. Scientific studies have shown a deficiency in magnesium has been linked to anxiety and depression and many people are deficient in this mineral after eating a diet rich in junk food. So, a few slices of cucumber can only be a good thing!
The high antioxidant properties of cucumber make it excellent for fighting free radical damage. With a soothing effect on sensitive skin, it is great for treating sunburn or skin conditions to soothe inflammation. Cucumber is also known to heal scars. Cucumber protects elastin and hyaluronic acid from breaking down. This produces a tightening effect as a natural skin toner whilst supporting collagen building and cell renewal.
Not only is cucumber extremely moisturising, it absorbs quickly and lowers sebum levels in the skin to control acne. This is the oily substance that clogs up skin follicles alongside dead skin cells.Vitamins A, B, C, K, manganese, copper and potassium in cucumber provides your body with all the nutrients it needs.
Cucumber seeds also contains magnesium, known as the chill mineral, as it relaxes the muscles and nervous system. Scientific studies have shown a deficiency in magnesium has been linked to anxiety and depression and many people are deficient in this mineral after eating a diet rich in junk food. So, a few slices of cucumber can only be a good thing!
Blueberries
For topical application, blueberry seed oil/extract
packs a punch of antioxidants and phytochemicals, including anthocyanin, the
antioxidant that gives blueberries their blue colour. According to research, blueberries are thought to have
one of the highest antioxidant levels of all common fruits and vegetables,
making it an excellent food for fighting free radicals and reducing DNA damage.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10995120
Blueberries contain vitamins A, B complex, C and E, potassium, zinc, copper, iron and magnesium, making it a nourishing choice of fruit. They have been shown to maintain brain function, improve memory, and may even lower blood pressure, amongst other potential health benefits from various studies. And at around 84% water, blueberries help to keep your body and skin hydrated.
The omega-3 fatty acids in blueberries prevent and smooth wrinkles whilst plumping the skin and increasing elasticity. Blueberries have also been shown to target acne and balance levels of oil in the skin.
Blueberries are thought to improve circulatory health and strengthen the vessel walls to prevent the breaking of the capillaries under the skin. Broken capillaries may make the skin appear splotchy or red lines may be visible, so applying blueberry seed oil/extract may help prevent this.Also rich in vitamin E, blueberries fight against environmental stressors. In fact, blueberries have a certain type of vitamin E, tocotrienols, and these are known to be more powerful than your standard vitamin E.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10995120
Blueberries contain vitamins A, B complex, C and E, potassium, zinc, copper, iron and magnesium, making it a nourishing choice of fruit. They have been shown to maintain brain function, improve memory, and may even lower blood pressure, amongst other potential health benefits from various studies. And at around 84% water, blueberries help to keep your body and skin hydrated.
The omega-3 fatty acids in blueberries prevent and smooth wrinkles whilst plumping the skin and increasing elasticity. Blueberries have also been shown to target acne and balance levels of oil in the skin.
Blueberries are thought to improve circulatory health and strengthen the vessel walls to prevent the breaking of the capillaries under the skin. Broken capillaries may make the skin appear splotchy or red lines may be visible, so applying blueberry seed oil/extract may help prevent this.Also rich in vitamin E, blueberries fight against environmental stressors. In fact, blueberries have a certain type of vitamin E, tocotrienols, and these are known to be more powerful than your standard vitamin E.
We are adding blueberries to our smoothie bowls as we
speak.
Raspberries
Packed with antioxidants,
eating and applying raspberry seed oil/extract defends against free radical
damage from the sun or environmental pollutants, just like blueberries and
cucumber. One group of flavonoids,
anthocyanins (present in raspberries), have been shown through research to
suppress inflammation that could potentially lead to cardiovascular disease.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0924224416305337
As raspberries are high in vitamin C, they can fight against fine lines and wrinkles whilst boosting the skin’s vitality and brightness. As we age, the vitamin C levels in our skin decrease, so both consuming vitamin C and applying it to the skin is advised by dermatologists.
Raspberries are also naturally high in salicylic acid, the perfect ingredient for a natural acne treatment that does not dry out the skin. Salicylic acid helps the turnover of dead skin cells to balance the moisture levels of the skin and keep pores clear and unclogged from any bacteria. These pink powerhouses of goodness control weight because of their manganese and dietary fibre content. Fibre is essential to feel fuller, longer, and manganese boosts your metabolism, burning fat.
One phytonutrient that makes raspberries unique is ellagic acid, which maintains healthy cell membranes and aids the body in getting rid of free radicals. It is safe to say that raspberries will supply the skin with the nutrients it needs to replenish and glow. At around 86% water, they are great to eat on a hot summer day!
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0924224416305337
As raspberries are high in vitamin C, they can fight against fine lines and wrinkles whilst boosting the skin’s vitality and brightness. As we age, the vitamin C levels in our skin decrease, so both consuming vitamin C and applying it to the skin is advised by dermatologists.
Raspberries are also naturally high in salicylic acid, the perfect ingredient for a natural acne treatment that does not dry out the skin. Salicylic acid helps the turnover of dead skin cells to balance the moisture levels of the skin and keep pores clear and unclogged from any bacteria. These pink powerhouses of goodness control weight because of their manganese and dietary fibre content. Fibre is essential to feel fuller, longer, and manganese boosts your metabolism, burning fat.
One phytonutrient that makes raspberries unique is ellagic acid, which maintains healthy cell membranes and aids the body in getting rid of free radicals. It is safe to say that raspberries will supply the skin with the nutrients it needs to replenish and glow. At around 86% water, they are great to eat on a hot summer day!
Luckily, we have made it easy for you to apply these foods
with our Blueberry, Collagen and Hyaluronic Acid Daily Moisturiser, Cucumber,
Collagen and Hyaluronic Acid Anti-Wrinkle Eye Cream and Raspberry and
Peppermint Hydrating Lip Balm. Enjoy!
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By Jess Burman
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