{"id":13261,"date":"2018-07-18T11:47:53","date_gmt":"2018-07-18T09:47:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/amazingy.com\/magazine\/?p=13261"},"modified":"2018-07-31T13:09:57","modified_gmt":"2018-07-31T11:09:57","slug":"top-15-foods-for-the-skin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/amazingy.com\/magazine\/top-15-foods-for-the-skin\/","title":{"rendered":"Let\u2019s Talk: Skin-Friendly Foods For The Face \u2014 Top 10"},"content":{"rendered":"

Food does so much more than keep you fed, happy & healthy. Of course, getting that glow from within starts by eating the right foods<\/a> \u2013 but certain foods, when applied topically, allow the epidermis to also reap similar benefits. Skin-friendly foods can hydrate, tighten, heal or exfoliate \u2013 leaving your skin looking well nourished. It\u2019s becoming noticeably more popular for cosmetic products to contain plant-based and\/or edible ingredients, which might just be because they\u2019re the perfect harm-free alternative to genuinely help the skin.<\/h4>\n

A starter pack of skin-friendly foods known to be gentle & great for your skin’s health \u2014 including how they work their wonders:<\/h2>\n

Almond meal:<\/strong> effortlessly removes dead skin cells while moisturizing the skin. Being one of the most nutrient-rich nuts and containing high levels of Vitamin E, almond meals needs to be ground from raw almonds. (Roasted almonds lose their beneficial oils when heated.)<\/p>\n

Almond meal can be simply mixed with raw honey to create a facial mask, or with almond oil to make a scrub. It can be abrasive, though, so always apply gently.<\/em><\/p>\n

Almond oil:<\/strong> is mild & lightweight; it easily absorbs into the skin, making it suitable for soothing dryness. It\u2019s also hypoallergenic, and safe to use on babies.<\/p>\n

Almond oil<\/em><\/a> is best applied at night by patting it gently into a damp face & neck \u2013 enough to leave a fine protective film on the skin.<\/em><\/p>\n

Apple cider vinegar:<\/strong> helps to restore pH balance of the epidermis (the thin, foremost layer on the skin\u2019s surface). It works as a toner, and can be beneficial for both oily and dry skin profiles. Plus, it can prove useful in reducing flakiness for those with dry skin.<\/p>\n

Always dilute apple cider vinegar<\/a> with water before putting it on your skin.<\/em><\/p>\n

Apricot oil:<\/strong> is colorless, odorless & light; it holds a lipid content akin to that of the skin. It works best when it is applied at night before bed \u2014 in order to prevent overnight dehydration. And it is more than ideal for a whole body rub after skin brushing<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Apricot oil is a good alternative for almond oil if the latter doesn\u2019t suit you.<\/em><\/p>\n

Cinnamon:<\/strong> stimulates blood circulation, giving your skin a rejuvenating effect by bringing a rosy appearance to its surface. It also gives the short-term benefit of an increase in collagen production after being applied to the skin, leaving you with a more youthful & plump look.<\/p>\n

Read more on cinnamon<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

Cucumber:<\/strong> is an age-old skin-beautifier that\u2019s still a go-to. A raw, cooled cucumber can reduce facial shin, making it particularly useful on oily skin. But the toning & soothing effects can be equally beneficial for dry and\/or sensitive skin, or for lines\/wrinkles.<\/p>\n

No matter your skin type, it will always soothe and soften the skin.<\/em><\/p>\n

Honey:<\/strong> is a humectant, allowing it to draw in moisture to the skin and retain it \u2013 making it optimal in hydrating dry and\/or mature skin<\/a>. Beneficial as a cleanser or mask, but also for treating abrasions, wounds, burns, and even scarring<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Simply apply honey<\/a> like you would a cream \u2013 leave for 5-10 minutes, then rinse.<\/em><\/p>\n

Oatmeal:<\/strong> helps soothe & calm eczematous skin. When used simply as grounded oats (as with almond meal), it can added to a lukewarm bath (in a bath bag), which will aid in restoring the skin\u2019s barrier & moisturizing factor, alleviating the itch and helping to regulate inflammation & irritation.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s important to use a pouch for the oats when bathing, otherwise the drain will clog.<\/em><\/p>\n

Sugar:<\/strong> doesn\u2019t necessarily promote health internally and can be hard to avoid<\/a>; externally, it\u2019s abrasiveness and ability to dissolve easily make it a perfect tool for exfoliation<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Mix sugar with coconut oil to make a simple lip scrub<\/a> that is both soothing & polishing for chapped lips.<\/em><\/p>\n

Turmeric:<\/strong> is also known as curcuma<\/a>; it encourages wounds to heal faster and reduces redness caused by inflammation. It\u2019s also been proven effective in calming symptoms of eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis and other related skin diseases.<\/p>\n

Use a bit of caution when applying, as the skin will turn yellow \u2013 thankfully only temporarily.<\/em><\/p>\n

It\u2019s easy to forget our very own kitchens often store a banquet of skin-friendly foods that heal the skin \u2013 making organic skincare a rather easy & affordable option. The best way to use these ingredients is to simply mix them into your pre-existing beauty regime. So go and get your facial on!<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Editor\u2019s Note: This article was originally published in February 2016 and was updated in July 2018 for accuracy.<\/em><\/strong><\/h5>\n

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