Not every girl (woman) can boast of excellent skin condition. Too oily, dry, with redness - all these are problems that a large number of representatives of the fairer sex face.
Facial skin care includes not only the daily application of creams and the use of toners. The food we consume daily plays an important role. What we eat directly reflects on our face.
Moreover, the results of our nutrition do not take long to arrive. Of no small importance is the quantity in which certain foods are absorbed.
What should you limit yourself to?
Sunflower oil
This product is not harmful to the body. And under no circumstances should you refuse it. But in what form it is presented in our diet and how much is consumed is of no small importance for the skin.
During the cooking process, the oil is subject to heat treatment. Free radicals are formed, which have the most negative effect on the condition of the skin of the face. Their presence in large quantities leads to changes in the fatty acid composition of the skin.
To avoid “fatty problems,” you should reduce your consumption of heat-treated sunflower oil. The normal amount, which does not affect the increase in oily skin, will be: 1 gram per 1 kg of weight per day.
Glucose
Excess sugar can lead to acne. Glucose is a great tasty food for bacteria. They provoke the appearance of various rashes on the face.
Glucose is also an ardent opponent of collagen - one of the main allies of young, tightened skin. Glucose simply destroys it if its norm is exceeded. For example, 30-45 grams of sugar per day will not have any effect on the condition of the skin, but an increased amount is already harmful.
Protein
Protein products (especially animal protein) in large quantities make it difficult for some organs to function. We are talking about the liver and intestines.
As a result, toxins enter the body, which in turn lead to various rashes and irritations on the face.
The daily dose at which you can protect your facial skin from various troubles is 1 gram of protein per 1 kg of body weight.
Canned foods
Or rather, pickles. An excess of salt leads to fluid retention in the body, and with it many toxins that provoke rashes in the form of acne on the face. So you should limit yourself in eating salty foods to 50 grams per day.
Tea
It contains caffeine and alkaloids, which contribute to spasm of peripheral vessels. This reduces the activity of blood flow and nutrients to the skin.
The result is dry facial skin. Women with skin already prone to dryness should avoid drinking more than two glasses of tea per day.
Alcohol
Alcohol can cause the upper layer of the dermis to dry out. Therefore, women should limit their consumption of strong drinks. Sometimes you can allow yourself to drink half a glass of wine at dinner, but the total dose should not exceed 50-100 ml per week.
Products beneficial for facial skin
Vegetables
These are the best companions for healthy, beautiful skin. Carrots, greens, pumpkin are what normalize the process of sebum separation. Just 100 grams of vegetables in your daily diet will make your skin healthy and glowing. And beta-carotene and provitamin vitamin A, which are contained in these vegetables, will help with this.
They have a beneficial effect on the digestive system. One glass of kefir per day is enough to maintain normal intestinal flora.
Fatty fish
150 grams of fatty fish twice a week, and you can forget about inflammatory processes on the face. And its benefits in general for the whole body are priceless.
Fruits, cereals, nuts, olives - all these products should be present in the daily diet of every woman. The content of a number of useful substances in them will keep the skin in good condition and prolong its youth.
You can eat almost anything, but you definitely need to watch what is on the plate and in what quantity. And correcting this will not be difficult.
It costs nothing to add a couple of nuts or a few strawberries to your usual porridge, thereby diversifying the usual taste of the dish and at the same time prolonging your youth and beauty.
What do we pay attention to when we see a person? First of all, of course, on the face and its skin. Healthy and beautiful skin is immediately noted by us, and no matter what facial features a person has, he automatically becomes several points more attractive due to this factor. Let's find out what are the healthiest products for the skin, so that not only we, but also our interlocutors can enjoy the view.
In order to understand which products are most beneficial for the skin, it is necessary to find out what the skin is and its functions. Skin is the outer covering of the body of living beings. In an adult, the skin reaches from one and a half meters to two and a half. It has its own functions:
- protective;
- respiratory;
- thermoregulatory;
- exchange;
- receptive;
- excretory;
- immune.
The skin is the largest human organ, playing equally important roles in various processes of the body. This is why it is so important to take care of your skin, and we can do this by not only nourishing it from the outside, but also from the inside.
The main enemies of healthy and beautiful skin
The lazy nature of man makes us hope that in order to correct skin imperfections or rejuvenate it, we only need to buy an expensive cream and apply it, at least from time to time, to the skin. But, alas, this is only a small fraction of the benefits with which we cover the damage caused to our skin every day by improper and unbalanced nutrition.
Let's list what is detrimental to our outer shell:
- unnatural sweets (especially long-term storage);
- bakery products (any type of pastry);
- sausages and smoked meats (containing many food additives);
- salt;
- alcohol.
All of the above does not require much explanation. Most people know that if you eat too much salty food, there is a high probability of swelling under your eyes in the morning. And sweets and a huge number of buns, even yeast-free ones, will provoke the appearance of acne (pimples). Believe me, not only teenagers, but also mature people suffer from this.
Smoked meats, with their impressive amount of preservatives and other substances that are not very clear to the average person, can cause allergic reactions. In turn, high doses of alcohol have a detrimental effect not only on the liver, causing it, but also on the skin. With regular alcohol consumption, rosacea develops, as well as dehydration and, as a result, rapid aging of the skin.
Important! Our skin is a reflection of what we eat. The first and most important step to healthy and beautiful skin is proper nutrition.
A little chemistry, or what antioxidants are
In order to understand why vitamins and carotenoids are so important for the skin, a brief excursion into the chemical processes occurring in the body is necessary.
Every day, a huge amount of free radicals enter the human body in various ways. These are molecules lacking at least one electron, and these particles, penetrating into the human body, try to get the missing parts for themselves. If they find such electrons, they take them away from entire molecules, thus causing significant damage to cells. Cells can no longer perform their functions, that is, damage occurs as a result of the oxidative action of free radicals.
Recent research by scientists shows that an excess of free radicals in the body creates a favorable environment for the development of cancer, such as or.
Antioxidants, or, in other words, antioxidants, can delay and suppress oxidative processes. These are numerous chemicals: vitamins, polyphenols. The most antioxidants are found in fresh berries, fruits, nuts, vegetables, cocoa, and green tea.
Why does the skin need antioxidants?
Antioxidants, by neutralizing harmful free radicals, ensure the production of collagen, which is important for maintaining the elasticity and strength of the skin. Antioxidants can stop the appearance of fine lines and deep wrinkles.
Vitamin A helps reduce overall oil levels in the pores. When combined with good skin care, taking this vitamin can help reduce acne. Vitamin C reduces melanin production, which helps improve your appearance.
The most important antioxidants
Entering the human body, beta-carotene is converted into vitamin A, which is necessary to maintain healthy mucous membranes and skin.
Yellow and orange fruits and vegetables are good dietary sources of beta-carotene and are effective in protecting the skin, especially against sunburn. Vitamin A and its derivatives, called retinoids, are useful for treating acne and for prematurely aging and sun-damaged skin because vitamin A stimulates collagen production.
Vitamin C is needed by the body for collagen production and tissue repair. This is especially important for aging skin. Lack of vitamin C leads to dry, rough skin and even mild bruising. Vitamin C ensures the synthesis of collagen and procollagen, and is especially effective in combination with vitamin E.
Selenium is part of special proteins - selenoproteins, which are part of enzymes. They counteract the constant attacks of free radicals. You can find it in liver, wheat germ, Brazil nuts, brewer's yeast, seafood and tuna.
Healthy eating – youthful skin
Let's list which products are the most beneficial for the skin of the face and body:
- Berries
- Dark green leafy vegetables
- Green tea
- Nuts and grains
- Seaweed
- Vegetables and fruits in orange and yellow colors
- Vegetable oil
- Yogurt.
Most berries, such as blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, currants and cranberries, are high in antioxidants, which help produce collagen for smooth, firm skin. Antioxidants contained in berries prevent aging.
Dark green leafy vegetables like broccoli and spinach are full of anti-aging antioxidants and are rich in lutein. It stimulates hydration (saturation of water) of cells, and also participates in the processes of increasing skin elasticity.
Green tea is also high in antioxidants and flavonoids. Its anti-inflammatory properties have been known for a long time. They, in turn, help prevent the appearance of wrinkles and increase the protective function of the skin.
Nuts and grains are rich in vitamins A and E. These vitamins slow down the aging process and protect the skin from sun damage. Nuts and grains contain large amounts of fats the body needs. They prevent the skin from drying out. Fiber, which is grains, improves intestinal motility, which has a good effect on the general condition of the skin.
An egg is a food rich in fats, proteins, vitamins and minerals. Eggs are an effective way to stimulate skin cell growth and saturate the skin. This product contains many antioxidants, such as vitamins B and E, which are easily absorbed by body cells. These vitamins prevent aging of the body and skin in particular.
Seaweed is rich in minerals and trace elements, but above all, it is rich in iodine. Iodine stimulates the thyroid gland, which is involved in metabolism. Algae introduced into the diet gently cleanses the body, which has a positive effect on the condition of the skin. Also, with algae, nutrients necessary for its immunological protection enter the human body.
Salmon, sardines, mackerel, tuna and trout, which contain collagen, are also excellent sources of omega-3 fats, which help reduce damage caused by free radicals. Omega-3 fats help keep the skin hydrated, increase its turgor and make the skin more resistant to harmful substances.
Vegetables and fruits that are orange and yellow in color, such as grapefruit, apples, sweet potatoes, carrots, apricots, mangoes, and bell peppers, contain beta-carotene. This substance is an antioxidant and helps fight dryness and flaking of the skin, helps smooth out wrinkles, and protects from sun rays.
Vegetable oils, such as sea buckthorn, flaxseed, grape, wheat germ oil and many others, including, are a storehouse of useful substances. Oils have a beneficial effect on hair, skin and nails. For example, regularly rubbing a drop of oil into the skin around the nails removes hangnails. And eating vegetable oils normalizes intestinal function.
Honey. Who doesn’t know about the healing properties of this bee product? It contains a polygamy of vitamins, enzymes, minerals, organic acids and saccharides. They make honey an excellent antibacterial and nourishing agent for all skin types.
The condition of a person’s intestines can easily be judged by the condition of the skin on his face. If the skin is clean, then the intestines work perfectly. Yogurt, as well as cereals, vegetables and vegetable oils, takes an active part in.
Important! When giving preference to healthy products, remember that there are also the most useful methods for processing them. For example, steaming, stewing, baking.
We influence from the outside
Of course, the condition of the body and the appearance of the skin in most cases depends on what a person eats. But the skin can also be nourished from the outside, namely by applying masks, making exfoliating scrubs, and many of the products listed above are quite suitable for these purposes. The undoubted advantages of homemade “creams”, scrubs and masks are ease of preparation and the absence of additional preservatives.
In summer, you can make masks from berries that will saturate your skin with vitamins. Suitable strawberries, wild strawberries, raspberries, gooseberries. In order to make masks from berries in winter, you can simply freeze some of the harvested fruit for later use. Viburnum, cranberries, and rowan perfectly retain all vitamins even after freezing.
Masks made from vegetables (cabbage, pumpkin, tomato, zucchini and others) and masks made from greens (dill, parsley, lettuce, etc.) help whiten the skin, soften it, refresh and tone it. Such masks can be made all year round, especially if you are confident in the quality of vegetables and herbs. By the way, you can grow greens at home yourself.
Mixtures of vegetable oils are natural substitutes for industrial scalp masks. This is an excellent option for natural hydration and nutrition. The main thing is to rinse your hair thoroughly to remove any oil after using this mask.
Thanks to its antiseptic properties, honey - used as a mask on a regular basis - is a great help in treating oily skin. At the same time, its exceptional ability to regenerate while providing essential nutrients makes it ideal for dry or aging skin.
The only downside to using honey is the sticky texture. Although this quality of honey is used very effectively in cosmetology.
Seaweed is a product that is often used in anti-cellulite and anti-aging treatments. They cleanse the deep layers, stimulate cell growth and provide beneficial nutrients to the skin.
Scrubs made from ground grains of oats and wheat gently polish and cleanse the skin, stimulating blood flow to the area where the exfoliating mask is applied.
Natural yogurt or whey can easily replace a good moisturizing and nourishing cream. These products restore the acid-base balance of the skin after a shower. Of course, for cosmetic procedures you should take only yoghurts without additives.
Important! If you are allergic, then before applying the mask to your entire face or body, check the skin reaction on your wrist or elbow.
Just add water
Water is not a special product, but it is impossible to imagine life and healthy skin without it. Drinking plenty of fluids helps your skin look beautiful by moisturizing it from the inside. In addition, if you do not drink enough water, sooner or later this will lead to dry skin and, consequently, to the formation of wrinkles and rapid fading. They say that when a person is born, he consists of 95% water, and in old age this is no more than 65% in the body. 1.5 liters of water is the very minimum that every person needs.
The gifts of nature that a person can use to maintain his health, and in particular the skin, are so diverse that we can only use them for our benefit. By eating regularly, balanced and correctly, a person can easily adjust his body in the right way and restore the beauty and radiance of his skin. It may not work the first or even the fourth time, but it will be worth it. In addition to words of admiration from your family and friends, in addition to beautiful skin, you will also gain self-confidence, vigor throughout your body and a great mood.
Anton palaznikov
Gastroenterologist, therapist
Work experience more than 7 years.
Professional skills: diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and biliary system.
Using skin products you can significantly reduce unwanted oiliness. Although dermatologists and cosmetologists do not yet have a clear answer to the question of why the skin begins to secrete too much sebum. Genetics, stress, poor nutrition, inappropriate cosmetics - these are the possible causes of imbalance. However, recommendations for improving problem skin in terms of nutrition have been developed and are available to everyone.
- Whole grains, unlike white flour, provide the body with more fiber, antioxidants and proteins and do not affect blood sugar levels.
Fruits and vegetables containing antioxidants and vitamin A are very helpful in a diet with high fat content. Valuable for its anti-inflammatory effect, as well as for cleansing skin pores. Make it a rule to eat your choice of lettuce, broccoli, carrots or pumpkin every day. For dessert - according to the season: apricot, tangerines, mango, papaya or fresh juices from the listed fruits.
- Animal fats are excluded from all dishes. We use vegetable oil, and then in moderation.
Fish (sea and freshwater) is also a healthy product for oily skin. The polyunsaturated fatty acids it contains reduce excess fat content. Fish dishes should be prepared baked, boiled, grilled or steamed.
Some more practical tips:
- Avoid unhealthy fried or deep-fried foods;
- prefer low-fat kefir, yogurt, cottage cheese;
- eat chicken without skin;
- avoid fast food establishments;
- do not buy ready-made snacks;
- take everything possible in its raw form;
- drink plenty of clean water and unsweetened green tea.
There are also recipes for simple but effective masks that can be easily prepared at home from food products.
Products for dry skin
Together with proper external facial care, products for dry skin will be the key to a beautiful and healthy appearance. Dry skin quite often plagues women. The problem is provoked by various reasons: from genetics to allergies to cosmetics, cold or heat. Dryness can be caused by aggressive hygiene products, lack of moisture, vitamins or nutrients. In this case, the menu must be adjusted to increase them.
- drink enough plain water;
- eat foods rich in vitamins A, B, E. These are dairy products, especially yogurt, green vegetables, fruits - wheat germ, apricot, avocado, melon;
- Eat at least a little carrots and pumpkins every day, which contain irreplaceable beta-carotene;
- perfectly prevents dryness; there is enough of it in eggs, asparagus, garlic, onions;
- Olive and linseed oils are wonderful natural remedies in the fight against dry skin;
- Berries (grapes, currants), apples, tomatoes, yogurt, sugar beets, cane sugar are excellent for nourishing thinned skin - they contain biochemical alpha acids.
The main problem with dry skin is rapid aging. To enhance the beneficial effects, some skin products can be used in the form of nourishing masks. But what you need to resolutely give up is alcohol. You shouldn't overuse coffee either. And be sure to get enough sleep!
Dairy products for skin
Dairy products are always at the top of the must-have skin products. You should choose those with less fat. Because other substances benefit the skin – primarily vitamin A.
Dairy products:
- strengthen hair, nails, teeth, bones;
- contain cultures of bacteria that destroy putrefactive intestinal microflora;
- increase immunity;
- When used regularly, they freshen your breath.
The result of such influence is literally “on the face”, and the result is very positive.
- It is important to use natural dairy products for the skin: yogurt, kefir, cottage cheese, sour cream. Experts remind us of homemade products that have been undeservedly forgotten and supplanted by civilization: yogurt, fermented baked milk, baked milk, and Varenets. Their naturalness is a guarantee of the desired result.
Natural sour milk also forms the basis of popular face masks. By mixing honey, fruit or berry pulp, yolks, olive or almond oil, aloe juice and other ingredients with kefir, we get an excellent product with a nourishing, moisturizing, refreshing, softening effect.
Recipe for a moisturizing and softening mask:
- Mix half a spoon (teaspoon) of olive oil with a spoonful of honey, add the same amount of yogurt without fillers, aloe juice. Apply the mixture for 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water, wash with mineral water without gas.
Products for youthful skin
Beauty requires sacrifice. Therefore, let’s start “from the end”: let’s first sacrifice everything that is edible, but harmful, although very tempting in smell and taste. Next, we will diversify the menu with products for youthful skin.
Not useful
- canned food (meat, fish, vegetables, compotes);
- semi-finished products;
- shelf-stable dishes;
- oversalted and overly spicy food.
The skin literally screams for help when it peels, becomes dry and irritable, when its smoothness and elasticity disappear. These signals cannot be ignored, since at an early stage it is enough to make small adjustments to the diet to rid her of defects and restore health and youth. Regular skin products can do this task, provided you regularly use enough of them.
- One of the newest theories of early skin aging blames radiation and heavy metals. It is assumed that products, water, and air contaminated with radiation and harmful metals, entering the body, destroy it at the cellular level. The radicals formed in this case must be removed, which is successfully accomplished by the antioxidants inherent in the fruits, which are dark green and bright in color. There are a lot of them in green onions and lettuce, broccoli and olives, carrots, tomatoes and bell peppers. Green tea with honey is an excellent source of antioxidants.
Peeling and unpleasant dryness indicate that there is not enough vitamin A in the diet. There is a lot of it in red and orange fruits. It is absorbed with fats, so pharmacists offer a concentrated drug in the form of an oil solution. Vitamin A is also a regular ingredient in popular face creams.
Adsorbent products make their contribution to the fight against premature aging:
- raw vegetables, fruits;
- bran;
- porridges from different cereals.
A deficiency of polyunsaturated fatty acids leads to inflammation, wrinkles, loss of elasticity, and makes it vulnerable to adverse external factors. Fatty fish will fill the shortage: salmon, herring, tuna, mackerel, and from the plant group - nuts, seeds, olive and other oils. Nuts are generally considered products of eternal youth - for the presence of antioxidants and substances that accelerate renewal processes.
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is indispensable for the body, including the skin of the face. Without it, wrinkles appear much earlier than expected. A storehouse of ascorbic acid (vitamin C) - fresh fruits, pickled vegetables and fruits, fruit and vegetable juices. It is imperative to take into account that it does not withstand heat treatment.
- Biotin (vitamin H) can prevent sagging and restore freshness. It can be more than found in yolks, liver, milk, nuts, and brewer's yeast.
Protein deficiency is manifested by the formation of wounds and cracks that heal poorly. The natural process of skin cell renewal slows down. Fish, chicken, turkey, cottage cheese will cope with this problem perfectly. An important group of proteins are enzymes. They are destroyed by high temperatures, so they are preserved only in raw foods.
Products for skin elasticity
Products for skin elasticity consist of several groups; they “jointly” ensure its elasticity, and therefore health and youth.
- Let's start with water. Most of the physiological processes that ensure the vital activity of each cell occur in the aquatic environment. The speed and clarity of these reactions, the absorption of food and the removal of toxins depend on the volume and quality of water. Every day the human body needs about two liters of fluid.
Eggplants, garden greens, legumes, liver, yeast, grain bread contain a set of B vitamins. They keep the skin toned, help restore and retain moisture.
- And again about green tea. This is a unique natural remedy, rich in polyphenols that support elasticity. In the same row are berries: blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, plums, beans, artichokes. The functions of the substances contained in them are to “neutralize” free radicals and protect cell membranes from destruction.
Vitamins D, K, and F contribute to elasticity. There are many of them in vegetable oils, liver, fish, eggs, seeds, and peanuts.
Olive and other oils are valuable due to the presence of vitamin E. It slows down aging, retains moisture in the skin and effectively retains internal moisture. Thanks to this, the skin does not age for a long time.
Unsaturated organic acids rejuvenate the skin, helping to remain elastic. They come with nuts, flax seeds, seafood and other skin products. Retains moisture and helps pores breathe. Omega-6 is enough in the body, omega-3 needs to be replenished. As a duet, they redouble their efforts, directing them towards rejuvenation.
- There is no way without vitamin C either. It promotes the formation of collagen, the healing of small wounds, and the strength of blood vessels. Contained in citrus fruits, kiwi, currants, cranberries, spinach, peppers, potatoes.
Skin Moisturizing Products
Hydrated skin is beautiful skin. With the help of products to moisturize the skin, it is quite possible to make the reflection in the mirror something that is pleasant to look at.
- Olives and olive oil
Oleic acid has a beneficial effect on elasticity. Good fats help absorb antioxidants that come from a variety of plant foods and remove waste.
- Natural yoghurts
No need to put sugar in them. For those with a sweet tooth, it is better to add honey, raisins, and dried apricots. The beneficial microflora it contains treats inflammation, even eczema.
Fish protein comes in handy when it comes to hydration. Nutritionists recommend salmon, sardines and trout due to their high content of substances with powerful anti-inflammatory properties.
- Berries, fruits, vegetables
The gifts of fields, gardens and wild nature contain many things necessary for health. Fruits of all shades of yellow-red are replete with carotenoids, which can even resist malignant tumors. Berries are excellent natural desserts. In particular, raspberries and blueberries, with the help of anthocyanins, protect against an overdose of ultraviolet rays.
- Natural honey
This is a unique skin moisturizing product. In terms of its usefulness, it is one of the leaders. It’s easier to say what honey doesn’t have than to list its advantages – both taste and healing. There are many varieties of this bee product, all of them very valuable.
Without water, hydration is impossible in principle. If the menu can be varied, then water in each case has a place of honor. The requirements for its quality are also the same: clean, without chemicals, sugar and gas.
- Spices
It turns out that even spices contain vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Not to mention dill-parsley and onion-garlic. Therefore, both local and imported spices are a must in the kitchen of a woman who wants to moisturize her skin. Of course, they cannot be abused: it is better to “under-” than “over-”.
- Vitamin complexes
Sometimes, on the advice of doctors, it is necessary to enhance the effect of food products on the skin with pharmaceuticals. There is nothing wrong with this, just don’t get carried away with self-medication.
Antioxidant Products for Skin
Antioxidants have a positive effect on the renewal of organs and systems at the cellular level. All nature is rich in them, and various fruits are rich in them to one degree or another. They are also present in food of animal origin. We offer a sample list of such skin products.
- Orange, bright yellow, red fruits (tomatoes, pumpkin, peppers, carrots, apricots). Contains provitamin A, which is responsible for skin cell renewal.
- Fruits and berries (kiwi, oranges, currants, strawberries). These storehouses of ascorbic acid strengthen blood vessels, take part in the formation of collagen, and “slow down” aging.
- Fish (mackerel, herring, sardine, salmon). A source of essential acids, vitamins A and D. Under their influence, wrinkles are smoothed out, the skin regenerates, becomes fresher and younger.
- Cottage cheese is not only a storehouse of calcium, which is so necessary for teeth and bones. It also contains powerful antioxidants selenium and vitamin E, which delay the inevitable, alas, process of natural withering for an indefinite future.
- The grain-legume group of agricultural plants contains silicon - a material for collagen, as well as various B vitamins. Their presence softens and promotes skin renewal. Wholemeal bread and cereals perfectly cleanse the intestines, which has a miraculous effect on the beauty of the skin.
- Green tea is among the best antioxidant foods for skin.
Products for skin elasticity
Products for skin elasticity should contain different vitamins: A, C, E, PP, H. It is this complex that has active antioxidant properties. They protect against adverse environmental factors, ultraviolet radiation, oxidation and moisture loss.
- The elasticity of the skin is provided by collagen and elastin fibers. If they fall apart, the skin withers and loses elasticity. This manifests itself in wrinkles on the face. An ordinary pomegranate successfully resists this unwanted process. It prolongs the existence of fibroblasts, from which collagen and elastin are actually formed. This delays the appearance of wrinkles. The miracle fruit helps heal wounds, restore skin cells, and stubbornly resists age-related changes.
Fine wrinkles as a result of loss of elasticity occur with a lack of healthy fatty acids. The body can be saturated with them using seafood, a variety of seeds and vegetable fats.
Vitamin C in sufficient quantities will also prevent aging. More than other plant products, it is found in currants, rose hips, citrus fruits, fresh juices, pickled and pickled vegetables.
Aging, like skin renewal, is a complex process. There are no wrinkles without sagging, no irritation without dryness; and vice versa - youth without freshness and radiance of the skin. And it is impossible to single out a separate food for each individual defect, because each skin product contains different beneficial properties. Only slight accents in one direction or another are possible, but the general trend, with other normal indicators, is a rational, balanced diet.
Skin tanning products
A long-lasting, even tan suits both blond and brown-haired faces. The subtlety lies in the shade. Many people are willing to pay a lot of money to have a tanned look all year round, and not just in the summer. Because of this, cosmetologists have used tons of chemicals, inventing effective recipes for lotions and creams, someone else came up with a solarium - any whim for your money! Skin tanning products will help speed up the desired result.
Tanning occurs due to the formation of melanin in the skin. The amount of pigment increases in proportion to the dose of sunlight and irradiation time. Products must certainly contain substances that promote tanning:
- tryptophan, tyrosine (amino acids);
- beta-carotene (provitamin);
- vitamin E;
- selenium;
- lycopene (pigment).
These substances are contained in the following products:
- carrots (a glass of juice on the beach is a great choice);
- apricots (in season – 200 g daily);
- peaches;
- grapes;
- melon;
- watermelon;
- tomatoes;
- meat;
- liver;
- seafood.
What a tan “doesn’t like” is tea, coffee, chocolate products, fatty and smoked foods.
It should be emphasized that skin products by themselves are not capable of causing a tan. However, such a diet enhances dark skin, strengthens the tan, and makes it natural. The skin receives protection from excessive solar radiation and aging.
Skin Lightening Products
No matter how fashionable artificial dark skin may be, women have long wanted to be “all rosy and whiter.” Many fairy-tale heroines, from Cinderellas to queens, resorted to miraculous remedies for this purpose.
Nowadays, beauties have a whole scientific and industrial branch at their service, offering cosmetics for all occasions. But we will focus on the most economical methods of lightening using special skin products.
Skin is whitened in several cases:
- when they want to get rid of annoying freckles;
- to remove pigmentation;
- whiten excess dark skin;
- I just don't like the complexion.
Many products have a brightening effect:
- cucumbers;
- parsley (decoction);
- dandelion, bearberry, yarrow, licorice (decoction);
- juices of various berries;
- kefir, sour cream, whey;
- lemon;
- rice (decoction);
- essential oils (grapefruit, lemon, orange, mint, eucalyptus, tea tree).
The oil ingredient should be added to the mask one or two drops at a time.
Considering that masks made from skin lightening products dry it out, after washing your face you need to apply a nourishing cream.
Best Products for Smooth Skin
Dreaming of smooth skin, you need to exclude tasty but unhealthy foods and dishes made from them from your diet, replacing them with fresh vegetables, dairy products, and fruits. Avoid alcoholic and carbonated drinks and bad habits.
Of particular value for smooth skin are:
- fish, seafood (omega-3 fatty acids, zinc);
- citruses, red vegetables (vitamin C);
- orange and green vegetables (vitamin A, beta-carotene);
- nuts (vitamin E);
- whole grains, black bread (rutin, vitamins B, E, fatty acids);
- oils from plants;
- butter (a little);
- yogurt, kefir.
For smooth skin, it is useful to start each meal with fresh vegetables or fruits (600 grams per day). Bananas, grapefruits, kiwis, lemons, lingonberries, cabbage should be on the table every day, and three glasses of kefir (yogurt) should become the norm. A handful of nuts or two – seeds are also the best foods for smooth skin.
Such nutrition, along with other remedies, will certainly help your skin remain young, smooth, and beautiful.
For years, scientists have been telling us that chocolate and fatty foods do not cause inflammation on the face and, in general, do not affect the clearness of the skin. Research proves the opposite. “The expression: “You are what you eat” is true. Clear skin is constantly restored with the help of substances that form the basis of our diet,” says the famous American nutritionist Cynthia Saas. According to her, if the cause of skin problems is not hormones, the results of the diet will be visible within six weeks.
Secrets of clear facial skin: 4 rules for every day
Simple carbohydrates, which are found in white bread, pasta, biscuits and sweets, are the enemies of clear skin. Studies have shown that switching to whole grains helps get rid of acne. In just ten weeks, the number of blackheads and whiteheads is reduced by 28%, and acne by 71%.
- Eat less carbs
Various sweets, which should also be excluded, also contain a lot of simple carbohydrates. You also need to give up alcohol and caffeine.
It's better to switch to brown rice, quinoa and whole grains. In just two or three weeks, you will be pleased to note how your complexion will change, your skin will become clean, fresh and rested.
Not only your hormones are to blame for your skin problems, but also... those of the cow.
Milk contains many hormones that not only help calves grow, but also promote the growth of acne on the face. Milk drinkers are 44% more likely to develop acne than non-drinkers.
Try to eliminate dairy products from your diet as much as possible for a month and you will see how quickly your skin breakouts will decrease. By the way, it may be not only hormones, but also lactose intolerance. To find out, get tested.
A trip to the produce section of the supermarket may be healthier than a visit to the beauty salon. A study by the American Institute of Dietetics found that people who ate six servings of fresh fruits and vegetables every day for six months looked more attractive than those who ate fewer of these foods.
So how many vegetables and fruits should you eat per day? The recommendation is: at least five. Stars include greens and cabbage in their diet - these foods are rich in vitamins and help maintain their figure and protect their skin.
Don’t forget about vitamin C: add cherries, red capsicums and kiwi to your diet. Eat vegetables raw whenever possible. 5 breakfasts for clear skin.
Meat contains omega-6 fatty acids, which cause inflammation on the face. To reduce breakouts, replace meat with foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids. They tighten skin cells and give it a healthy glow. They can be found in fatty fish such as salmon, tuna, marigold, herring and sardines.
The anti-inflammatory agents found in plant fats are also vital for clear and healthy skin. So stock up on avocados, extra virgin olive oil, nuts and seeds and you'll soon be boasting a perfectly even skin tone.
- Don't drink milk
- Choose vegetables and fruits
- Give up meat
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It contains many antioxidants that have a beneficial effect on the skin, help cleanse and moisturize it.
Ideal for a light snack. They contain vitamin E, which protects and nourishes the skin. Eat a handful a day.
Try adding them to your diet from time to time - they are very rich in vitamin C. All this will help make your skin healthy.
- Green tea
- Sunflower seeds
- Sauerkraut or kimchi
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