There’s a reason the phrase “you are what you eat” exists: because what’s on the outside is reflective of what’s on the inside. That’s why when it comes to your lifestyle choices, opting for the healthy ones is essential.
Your diet, for one, can impact everything from your mood, energy levels, and focus to your risk of disease, immunity, and even the appearance of your skin. To promote a healthy, balanced complexion through the items you eat, consider upping your intake of the following foods.
Fruits & Vegetables
Plant-based foods, particularly fruits and vegetables, are packed with nutrients proven to benefit your skin. Their water content helps improve overall skin hydration while their natural vitamins promote collagen production to maintain elasticity and protect against damage from free radicals and UV exposure.
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Berries: strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries
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Citrus: oranges, lemons, and grapefruit
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Sweet potatoes and carrots
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Leafy greens: spinach and kale
Healthy Fats & Fatty Acids
Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, two natural building blocks of healthy skin, are hugely beneficial for your complexion and skin barrier for a multitude of reasons. They help to provide moisture, reduce inflammation, and defend against premature aging.
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Avocados
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Nuts: almonds, walnuts, and Brazil nuts
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Seeds: sunflower, flax, and chia seeds
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Fish: salmon and tuna
Antioxidants
While the aforementioned fruits and vegetables are also rich in antioxidants, there are plenty of other dietary sources. Not only are these natural substances anti-inflammatory, helping to soothe skin conditions like acne and rosacea, but they can also help combat lines and wrinkles while promoting overall youthful-looking skin.
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Dark chocolate
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Whole grains
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Honey
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Green tea
The Topical Supplement
Of course, caring for your skin topically is equally as important. That’s why our clean, vegan, and cruelty-free regimen is formulated with everything your skin needs and nothing it doesn’t. Its unique combination of gentle exfoliation and powerful hydration in every product comes courtesy of next-level ingredients, including skin superfoods (think vegetable collagen, fruit enzymes, avocado polyphenols, and açaí oil). Let’s just say, it’ll have you feeling confident in what you feed your skin on the outside, too. The results speak for themselves.
