The skin is the reflection of what we eat! Indeed, food has the power to promote good hydration, to give radiance to the complexion, to limit the appearance of wrinkles or pimples. Follow the guide to adopt the beauty reflexes on your plates. In four weeks, you will start to see results.
The right foods for glowing skin
The first secret to beautiful skin: drink at least 1,5 liters of water per day. “Because it moisturizes the skin from the inside and it is the best natural anti-wrinkle agent (with sufficient sleep),” says Dr Laurence Benedetti, micronutritionist *. Then, to bring radiance and suppleness to the epidermis, it is important to eat enough good fats: omega 3 and 6. “They have an action on the rate of hyaluronic acid which gives the skin a plumped effect, ”she explains. For optimum results, vary the oils (rapeseed, walnuts, etc.), eat fatty fish (sardines, mackerel, salmon), sunflower seeds and squash seeds. And also think of almonds, hazelnuts …
Compose vitaminized plates
Then, vitamins A, C, E and minerals like silicon have an antioxidant action. Indispensable for strengthening the skin and helping it protect itself from free radicals, limit the appearance of wrinkles and give a healthy glow. But having beautiful skin is also linked to a balanced intestinal flora. To do this, bet on fermented milk and vegetables or miso, this Japanese soy-based preparation. Finally, avoid excess sugary products and proteins. This duo weakens collagen (which ensures the firmness of the epidermis), which can accentuate wrinkles and age spots. For a fresh complexion, bet on friendly foods.
Şewitandina neftê
Packed with omega 6, evening primrose oil is the ally of dehydrated skin. Better known for its benefits in cosmetics, it also exists in a food version. You can use it every day in the seasoning of your salads. For well-balanced dressings, mix evening primrose oil, rapeseed oil (omega 3) and olive oil (omega 9). A gourmet and super hydrating cocktail!
Netîce
No need to make a face. Nettle is eaten in soup and it is really delicious. There are ready-made preparations. You can also opt for herbal teas. To associate with horsetail. Two plants rich in silicon, this trace element helps to strengthen collagen and therefore to give more flexibility and resistance to the skin.
Oysters
Their beauty asset: very rich in zinc. Not only, zinc participates in cell renewal, which allows better healing, for example. But it also helps to regulate the production of sebum. A good boost to limit the appearance of small pimples and reduce shine problems on certain areas of the face.
Blackcurrant or blueberry
These little berries are real magic blisters for the skin. They contain a lot of vitamin C, essential for the production of collagen. But that’s not all. They contain other antioxidants such as flavonoids which protect the epidermis from free radicals, responsible for skin aging and therefore wrinkles. Fruits to eat fresh or frozen, the benefits are the same.
Waters rich in minerals
Drinking enough is important to hydrate the epidermis, but you might as well choose water rich in minerals. It helps to further drain toxins and purify the body. A detox effect that will also be seen on the skin! And if the water is rich in silicon like Rozana or Arvie, there will also be an action to strengthen collagen.
Bacanê sor
The tomato owes its red color to its richness in lycopene, a valuable anti-aging antioxidant. Studies have shown that foods rich in lycopene (watermelon, pink grapefruit, etc.) help reduce the risk of sunburn. So, of course, good exposure rules are essential (sunscreen, hat, etc.), but tomatoes are a complement to prepare your skin. For real effectiveness, it is better to consume these foods regularly, before and during the exposure period.
Mango
With its beautiful orange color, mango displays its high content of beta-carotene (vitamin A), a powerful antioxidant that gives a healthy glow and also helps prepare the skin for tanning. It is also a good source of vitamin C, another useful antioxidant in the fight against skin aging.
Masiyê qelew
Sardine, mackerel, salmon provide omega 3 which gives elasticity to the skin and has an anti-inflammatory effect, useful for repairing and decongesting skin tissue. To put on the plate twice a week, favoring small fish such as sardines, organic fish and varying the fishing grounds to limit pollutants (mercury, PCBs, etc.).
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