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Incorporating antioxidant rich foods into your regular routine can help reverse visible signs of aging. Specifically, many foods can repair your skin, improving the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Because 90% of aging is caused by sun damage and free radicals, some foods can help repair the damage caused by free radicals. Era Organics lists 4 specific foods that are great for repairing your skin.
Keep reading to learn more!
Raw Honey
Raw honey is a great ingredient to incorporate into your skincare routine to help repair your skin. According to Healthline, "Honey speeds up your skin cells’ healing processes."
It also has other great properties that can help improve your skin's appearance. Specifically, it's a natural exfoliator that can help brighten your skin.
Coconut
Coconut is another great antioxidant ingredient that can help keep your skin looking its best.
Dr. Monica Tadros, beauty expert and plastic surgeon, explained to The Dermstore Blog, "Coconut oil is rich in fatty acids and antioxidants that help prevent aging and damage to our skin. It also has antibacterial and antifungal properties that help keep skin healthy and fight skin allergies."
Pineapple
Pineapple is another great ingredient that could help reverse signs of aging.
According to Elle, "Pineapple is rich in Vitamins C & E which are the two you need to pep up your skin when it's looking a bit meh. They’re known to brighten and even out skin tone whilst being an antioxidant and preventing skin from pollution damage during the day."
Papaya
Era Organics also explains the use of papayas in improving the appearance of your skin, writing, "Papayas, are rich in vitamins, minerals and enzymes that can keeps your skin moisturized, help reduce inflammation and increases healing."
