Food for Thought: What to Eat for Better Skin

Let’s be honest – we can’t be green gods and goddesses 24/7. We all deserve a treat as part of our self-care routine! While films, wine and salty snacks are common companions to an evening of face masks and pampering, it’s worth remembering that your skin also needs nourishment from the inside out on a daily basis.??

At Tropic, we’re all about skin health, but that doesn’t start and end with the products you put on your face. Using formulas with natural ingredients is a great step towards achieving clear, bright skin, but the foods you eat day-do-day also make a big difference. Read on to discover some of the best foods for your skin to help you get a beauty boost.??

Does Diet Affect?Skin?

The short answer?is yes.?Multiple studies have?tried to find a link between diet and skin health, with?one conducted in 2020?finding that:

“Nutrition is?closely associated?with skin health and is?required?for all biological processes of skin from youth to aging or disease. Nutrition levels and eating habits can repair damaged skin and can also cause damage to the skin.”??

You only?have to?glance at the?myriad?examples on social media?for discussions on?what?foods improve?skin... andfor debates on?the worst foods for skin. There seems to be a consensus?amongst dermatologists?that diets high in sugar can?contribute to the ageing of skin, making it?less?vibrant?and?more oily.?

The?Best Food for Good Skin

As a vegan brand,?we’re?forgoing the usual talk of omega-rich oily fish and gut?health?heroes like?kefir?in our quest for great skin. But?have?no fear –?our top picks of?vegan?foods?will?still?give you a glow!?

Omega-3-rich Foods

Foods such as?leafy?greens,?edamame beans,?chia seeds and algae are?abundant in omega-3?fatty acids.?Theseacids?regulate the skin’s oil production, improving hydration, minimising?breakouts?and signs of ageing, and?reducing inflammation?and sensitivity.?In fact, the skin benefits of omega-3 are?so celebrated, that some?brands?have created omega oils for direct use on the skin. At Tropic, our?Elixir Radiance-Boosting?Omega Oil?is expertly formulated to feed skin with the same level of essential fatty acids?we’d?naturally have at the age of 22.?

Avocados

Fat?often gets a bad rap, but?it’s?an important part of our diets?–especially?unsaturated?fats such as those found in?avocados. Packed full of fatty acids, avocados can help reconstruct your skin’s natural barrier, while their?high levels?of vitamins E and?A?help to repair skin cells?and?slow the signs of ageing.?The effects are seen topically, too: cold-pressed avocado oil is found in?our?Super Greens Nutrient Boost Oil?to?fight sensitivity and the effects of pollution.?

Flaxseeds

Flaxseeds are known as a superfood for a reason. They’re a major source of omega-3 fatty acids, helping keep your skin smooth and hydrated, and these nutritious little seeds contain powerful antioxidants that work to fight against wrinkles.???

Flaxseeds can be easily incorporated into your diet thanks to their mildly nutty taste. Try sprinkling a few flaxseeds into your favourite smoothie or stirring some into your breakfast cereal.??

Kiwis

In need of hydration? Reach for juicy kiwis to provide a quick thirst-quenching snack. Kiwi fruit contains a high concentration of vitamin C – an anti-inflammatory nutrient that hydrates the skin, evens out complexion, and protects against skin damage caused by free radicals.??

Kiwi also contains polyphenols from the epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) family, which?have been shown topromote skin elasticity, helping your skin look younger for longer. Kiwi juice is a key ingredient in our?Juicy Greens Exfoliating Toning Essence, reviving parched skin to leave it looking healthy and bouncy.?

Bell Peppers

Bell peppers hide some impressive skincare credentials behind their glossy exteriors.?Aside from being?greatsources?of hydration?and vitamin C,?peppers?are?pigmented with a natural compound called capsanthin, which is particularly abundant in red peppers. This?antioxidant?boasts?similar properties?to vitamin E,?providing?some protection against UV damage.??

Walnuts

These tasty morsels provide vitamin-rich nourishment for your skin. Vitamin B5 helps reduce dark spots, while vitamin E restores skin to its former glory by reducing wrinkles and protecting against UV damage.??

Walnuts are also full of antimicrobial agents that fight bacteria, infections, and various germs responsible for skin conditions like acne.?

Achieve?Better Skin with Tropic

In combination with these foods, a targeted skincare routine?will help you?achieve a balanced complexion and more resilient skin.?From?moisturisers?filled?with organic compounds to?cleansers?that rid your skin of?blemishes, Tropic's nature-inspired products make the most of?the?beautiful?skin?you’re?in.?Not sure where to start? Try our?skincare routine finder?now!?