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Keeping your skin looking young is constant work. We need to find a daily beauty regimen that works right for our specific needs, then fill that out with weekly treatments like masks, steams or scrubs. And, most people don’t realize that skincare goes far deeper than just the products we use on our faces – you can add new benefits to your routine through the foods you eat. There are a ton of foods with anti-aging properties that can take some pressure off of your topical skincare routine. Adding these foods to your diet may elevate your beauty game and give you better results, fast.
Here’s what to eat:
Avocados
Avocados are an excellent source of healthy fats, anti-inflammatories and vitamins A, C, E and K. This makes them well-equipped to give you smooth and supple skin with a reduced look of wrinkles, fine lines and sagging.
Avocados are great because they:
- Reduce the appearance of wrinkles
- Help remove dead skin cells
- Protect skin from damage
Blueberries
High in antioxidants and vitamins, blueberries help protect the skin from damage while giving it the nutrients it needs to repair from damages.
Blueberries are great because they:
- Promote a youthful complexion
- Brighten the skin’s appearance
- Help prevent collagen loss
Green tea
Not exactly a food, but green tea is excellent for anti-aging skincare. It is rich in rejuvenating antioxidants and anti-inflammatories, and has been known to promote firm skin with increased elasticity.
Green tea is great because it:
- Can de-puff the sensitive skin around the eyes
- Protects against damage
- Detoxes the skin
Dark chocolate
Dark chocolate is high in antioxidants that help fight against aging and repair the skin from damage and stress. This helps cell turnover, making your skin better prepared to keep itself looking young.
Dark chocolate is great because it:
- Helps the skin retain moisture for a supple texture
- May improve circulation to the skin
- Reduces inflammation
