Is the old saying true, that you are what you eat? When it comes to your skin, the answer is a resounding yes. At Juice Beauty, we believe that true beauty starts from within. While our organic, cruelty-free skincare products work wonders on the outside, nourishing your body with the right foods can dramatically improve your skin’s health and appearance from the inside out.
In this article, we’ll explore the top 10 foods that can help you achieve that coveted healthy, glowing, dewy complexion. Let’s discover how you can eat your way to radiant skin.
1. Fatty Fish
When it comes to skin health, fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, and sardines are true superheroes. These delicious sea dwellers are packed chock full of omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for maintaining healthy skin.
Omega-3s are also crucial for maintaining the integrity of your skin’s barrier, which helps keep moisture in and irritants out. Try incorporating fatty fish into a balanced diet at least once or twice a week for optimal skin benefits.
2. Sweet Potatoes
If you’ve never had a baked sweet potato with a little butter, cinnamon, and sugar, you’re missing out. The skin benefit of this tasty treat is a super boost of beta carotene (among other fantastic nutrients like vitamin C, potassium, and biotin).
Sweet potatoes are also an excellent source of complex carbohydrates, providing sustained energy without causing blood sugar spikes that can lead to breakouts.
3. Blueberries
These tiny blueberries pack a powerful punch when it comes to skin health. Blueberries are loaded with antioxidants, particularly anthocyanins, which give them their distinctive blue color.
Snack on a handful of blueberries daily, or add them to your morning smoothie for a delicious skin-boosting treat.
4. Avocados
Avocados aren’t just for toast — they’re a skincare superfood. These creamy fruits are rich in healthy fats and vitamin E, both of which are vital for maintaining supple, moisturized skin.
Try adding sliced avocado to your salads, spreading it on toast, or whipping up some chips and guac for a yummy snack. If you’re looking for other skin-supporting fruits, consider kiwis or citrus fruits like grapefruit.
5. Green Tea
Sip your way to better skin with a cup of green tea. This ancient beverage is brimming with polyphenols, particularly a powerful antioxidant called EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate). EGCG has also been known to support brain health, cardiovascular wellness, and even your teeth.
For maximum results, enjoy two to three cups of green tea daily. You can even use chilled green tea as a refreshing face mist for an extra antioxidant boost.
Green tea extract is a key ingredient in our products at Juice Beauty. To spotlight two fan favorites, our Green Apple Age Defy Serum and Stem Cellular Anti-Wrinkle Retinol Overnight Serum feature green tea extract alongside other potent actives like apple juice and grape juice.
With Juice Beauty, every product begins with our Bio70+ technology — this ensures that every formula has a foundation of at least 70% organic ingredients, forming an antioxidant-rich environment for our actives.
6. Chia Seeds
Don’t let their small size fool you — chia seeds are absolute nutritional powerhouses. These tiny seeds are full of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and protein, making them excellent for overall health and skin vitality.
Sprinkle chia seeds on your yogurt, supplement them in smoothies, or make a delicious chia seed pudding for a skin-friendly dessert.
7. Olive Oil
The Mediterranean Diet is renowned for its health benefits, and olive oil is a key player in this reputation. This heart-healthy oil is rich in monounsaturated fats and vitamin E, both of which are fantastic for your skin.
Use extra olive oil in your cooking or drizzle it over salads for a skin-loving boost to your meals. Now you have a legitimate excuse for dressing up your veggies with a little extra love. To double up on skin support, we recommend veggies like bell peppers.
8. Green Apple
Green apples are rich in key nutrients like vitamins C and E, B vitamins, carotene, and magnesium — all of which can contribute to a radiant complexion by providing antioxidant benefits and giving your body the boost it needs to keep your skin healthy.
As the star ingredient in our Green Apple line, you’ll find green apple in a range of Juice Beauty products. We believe in juice in, junk out — and malic acid from organic apple juice is a key active ingredient that can help you get real results.
9. Kale
This leafy green is a nutritional heavy hitter that’s fantastic for your skin and your overall health. Full of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as potent antioxidants and fiber, kale is a true skin superfood.
One of the most delicious ways to enjoy kale is by drizzling its leaves with olive oil and baking it in the oven to create some tasty kale chips. You can also throw kale into a smoothie, or even just saute it up with some fresh garlic and oil for a veggie side to go with your dinner.
10. Flaxseeds
Last but not least, flaxseeds are a plant-based path to skin health. A rich food with omega-3 fatty acids and lignans (a type of antioxidant), flaxseeds offer numerous benefits for your skin.
Grind flax seeds and add them to your morning oatmeal or yogurt (sometimes you can find them already ground). They also bake well, so you can add a few tablespoons to cookies, brownies, or granola bars. For another great seed to support your skin, consider pumpkin seeds.
What Topical Solutions Can Help Your Skin?
Of course, you can also find amazing topical solutions for your skincare needs.
At Juice Beauty, we consider ourselves skincare pioneers. Our exclusive Bio70+ technology, clinically proven organic ingredients, and potent actives set us apart from the competition. 70% juice and 30% active ingredients, our skincare is like nothing else on the market.
Here are a few of our most popular product lines, and the skin concerns that they address:
Youth Activating Stem Cellular
For smooth, youthful skin, try our best-selling skincare line. In a clinical study, those who used our Stem Cellular Anti-Wrinkle Retinol Overnight Serum noticed a 67% reduction of dark spots in less than 2 months.
For those who need a little hydration boost, the Stem Cellular Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer is perfect. 88% of users reported a reduction in fine lines and wrinkles, and 100% showed an instrument-measured increase in skin hydration.
Brightening Green Apple
Unleash the brightest skin possible with our Green Apple product line. Sun damage, dark spots, and uneven skin tone are no match for our antioxidant-rich Bio70+ complex, malic acid, and vitamin C triple threat.
Try our Green Apple Age Defy Serum, which performed 2.7x better (168%) at providing antioxidant protection than leading serum competitors.
For an amazing spa-quality facial, check out the Green Apple Peel Full Strength Exfoliating Mask. With aloe leaf juice, willow bark, and malic acid, it will deliver noticeable results. There’s even a pregnancy-safe version — formulated without retinol/ vitamin A — of our Green Apple Exfoliating Mask for mamas-to-be.
Skin Barrier Repair Prebiotix
If you’re looking to repair your skin barrier and help balance your skin’s microbiome, our Prebiotix line is for you. Activate your dewy glow and say goodbye to dry, dull skin with products like our Hydrating Whipped Cream with 20% Vitamin C and Niacinamide. 86% of users reported a visibly brighter complexion after just 4 weeks.
Our gentle Prebiotix Cleansing Cream is a great choice for all skin types and can help balance your skin’s microflora for a healthy glow.
The Wrap Up
Get rid of the junk, and start eating healthy, bright, whole foods that will not only fuel your body but also renew your skin. Look for foods that contain healthy fats, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins C, K, and E, beta-carotene, and antioxidants.
Sources:
23 Foods To Eat for Healthier Skin | Cleveland Clinic
Discovering The Link Between Nutrition and Skin Aging | Dermato Endocrinology
Skin and Hair | Harvard University Health Publishing
When it Comes to Skin Health, Does Diet Make a Difference? | American Academy of Dermatology