Gorgeous, Healthy Skin

Would you be surprised to know that honey can clear up acne and salmon can revitalize your skin? Well they can and they are just a couple of examples of super foods that can not only make you healthier but can make you gorgeous! You probably eat a healthy and balanced diet, consistently selecting natural foods, so you might as well make it part of your beauty routine. Most of the healthy foods you eat also provide highly effective benefits for your hair and skin. Most skin care products also include a lot of chemicals that often cause irritation, but natural ingredients are chemical free, are easily absorbed and are full of healthy antioxidant’s in their purest, most powerful forms. Following are some of the best foods to consume to bring out that glowing, amazing, gorgeous you!

Aloe Vera
Aloe, which is immediately soothing and cooling, has been applied medicinally for decades to heal burns, such as those that are the result of sun burns and several chemicals. Aloe Vera gel supplies a protective barrier against toxic irritants and harmful bacteria, and it hydrates as well as decreases inflammation. For really powerful burn relief, you can simply break a off a piece of the plant and squeeze the gel right onto the burn. Skin care products that add Aloe Vera as an ingredient are a great choice for individuals with sensitive skin.

Pumpkin
Pumpkin contains an enzyme that can rejuvenate the skin by gently peeling away the dead skin layers and speed up the creation of new cells. It is also rich in essential fatty acids, that will hydrate the skin, as well as antioxidant’s vitamins A and C, that fight the free radicals that damage and age the skin. When buying skin care products, look for the ones that include pumpkin which is usually found in facial peels and hair and scalp treatments.

Green Tea
Green tea has a tons of healthy benefits including reducing cholesterol as well as protecting you from glaucoma and a variety of cancers. Green tea is a potent antioxidant that can help the skin retain moisture and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. When purchasing skin care products look for masks, body washes and moisturizers with green tea as a key ingredient. For a rejuvenating treatment, dip green tea bags in cold water and place them over your eyes for a few minutes.

Honey
Honey is not only a natural sweetener, it also has antiseptic properties. It has been proven to speed up the healing time of superficial burns and wounds. Because it kills bacteria, it also is often used to treat acne. Honey also is a great skin moisturizer and is often found in soaps, moisturizers and lip balms.

Turmeric
Turmeric is a wonderfully fragrant herb that has powerful anti-inflammatory properties. Turmeric has often been used in the treatment of eczema and is said to speed healing of cuts or wounds. Recent studies are reporting that turmeric may be effective in firming the skin and is often the key ingredient in natural skin care products.

Oatmeal
Oatmeal is truly a miracle food. It has powerful cholesterol lowering effects, contains a healthy amount of fiber and can soothe skin irritations cause by poisonous plants like poison oak. Oatmeal will also relieve the annoying itching and pain caused by sunburn or chicken pox. Its grainy texture also makes it a very effective skin exfoliant. To make your own, simply mix some oatmeal with warm water and apply it to your skin in circular motions and rinse thoroughly. To sooth skin irritation, draw a warm bath and add some oatmeal. just lay back and relax.

Olive Oil
For centuries, Olive oil has been used as a natural moisturizer. It is ultra hydrating and generates a protective barrier for dry skin as well as being helpful for individuals that suffer from eczema and psoriasis. You can use it right from the bottle, rubbing it into your skin after a shower. You can also use it on your split ends because olive oil easily absorbs into the hair follicles. You’ll find a variety of skin care products as well as shampoo’s and conditioners.

Salmon
Salmon and other cold water fish contain DMAE, a compound that rejuvenates the skin. Some have said that skin care products that contain DMAE help firm the skin, reduce wrinkles and the fine lines so common around the eyes and mouth.

Seaweed
Seaweed is a common skin care ingredient with its benefits being heralded all over the world, particularly in France and Japan. Seaweed is rich in vitamins, minerals as well as amino acids and offers numerous cosmetic benefits, including the reduction of skin irritation and inflammation, and smoothing and firming the skin. Seaweed is said to improve circulation, and is often found in cellulite creams and body wraps.

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