BEST SKIN FOODS FOR ALL SKIN TYPES

• Posted by Evert Chris Dimalanta January 31, 2014 - Filed in Health - 678 views

  We all want the best skin. We often resort to moisturizers and other aesthetic products to improve our skin. But going natural is still the better option. You might not know it but the key to a great looking and healthy skin could be found in your kitchen. This might surprise you!

  1. Red Peppers

  
  Vitamin C in red peppers helps in the stimulation of collagen synthesis that protects our body against skin aging and makes wrinkles less evident.

   

  2. Cucumber and Celery

  
  These have silica that enhances skin moisture and elasticity.

   

  
  3. Spinach and Tomatoes

  
  Carotenoids in spinach, watermelon, cantaloupe and mangoes, as well tomatoes lycopene help protect against sunburn.

   

  4. Sweet Potatoes

  
  Rich in beta-carotene, sweet potatoes make the skin soft and smooth. You should op for roasted or baked, minus sugar and butter, though.

   

  5. Pineapple and Papaya

  
  The bromelain in pineapple and its thick skin speeds up the healing of skin bruises. Papaya’s papain renews, exfoliates and softens skin.

   

  6. Berries

  
  Plums, strawberries, blueberries and blackberries have antioxidants that would make you look radiantly young and healthy.

   

  7. Green tea

  
  This drink contains polyphenols which have anti-inflammatory characteristics. It will keep bacteria at bay and will fight off those free radicals that make our skin age early.

   

  8. Avocados
  
  It is rich in B-complex vitamins and essential oils and works like an anti-inflammatory agent. It also soothes skin that is red, irritated or blotchy.

   

  9. Almonds

  
  
  Almonds are rich in Vitamin Ewhich helps to moisturize your skin from within. It also protects your skin from damage and premature aging.

   

  10. Cottage cheese

   

  It provides selenium which is an essential mineral for a youthful, glowing skin.