Many believe the key to healthy skin lies solely in skincare. Although this is certainly true, it is not enough to help you achieve the skin of your dreams.
Perhaps you weren’t aware of this fact before. When you’ve done everything your dermatologist or skin care specialist has recommended, but nothing seems to be working, I’m sure this can be frustrating.
Therefore, if you’re using all the right skincare products and getting all the right cosmetic treatments, but still have bad skin, you may want to check your diet.
Yep, you read that right! A healthy diet might be as important as your skincare regimen. It must be noted that there is an importance to having a simple, yet effective skincare routine.
Right ok I get it you’re probably confused, aren’t you? Do not worry we’ll get into the specifics in a minute. But first, let’s briefly discuss the function of our skin so we can gain a general understanding of what’s being said.
Let’s now briefly discuss:
The function of our skin
The skin has numerous functions that it performs as an organ of the human system, and we need to pay attention to its health.
A skin’s appearance, colour, surface, elasticity, sweating, sebum, and scent are crucial factors. This primarily affects both your own feelings and the reactions of others.
In a sense, that is why we strive to make our skin look better, although some do it to make their skin look healthier.
Many people believe that healthy skin can only be achieved through skincare. Now the reality is that it is unrealistic to expect skincare to be a magic pill to magically improve your overall health. It is a crucial habit for better skin, but it must be accompanied by a healthy lifestyle.
Now the next question is: “How do I achieve my healthiest state then?” Well, there are several things you need to do for overall good health, eating the right foods, exercising, adopting an organic lifestyle, and getting enough sleep. However, let’s focus on diet more specifically.
According to research, your skin type is highly influenced by your diet:
*Skin that is too dry (insufficient sebum or moisture, caused by genetics, weather conditions, improper care, and hygiene)
*The skin is sensitive (easy to irritate, prone to redness and inflammation).
You should implement a diet tailored to your skin type. But don’t worry, we’ll cover this later. I’ve got you covered!
Take care of your body from the inside out. ‘Healing starts from within’
Have you ever given any thought to the fact that what you put into your body is more important than what you put on your body?
I don’t know if you’ve heard the phrase ‘Healing should start from within’ – but the sentence says it all!
Every action we take, whether it is to lose weight or in this case gain healthier skin, starts with the food we consume. Knowing that starts from the inside out is key.
Your moisturizers, creams, face wash, and makeup indeed have an impact on your skin in the long run.
However, if you do not consume fresh, healthy, natural foods you might never achieve the perfect natural glow you desire. I mean, come on, we all know that what we nourish on the inside will directly affect the outside. Healing starts from within.
Why is Diet so important?
Have we been tricked into believing that great skin is more attainable with a certain diet? Well, I probably think so. Indeed, the importance of a balanced and adequate diet containing a variety of foods cannot be overstated.
After all, many people have tried and failed to reverse the signs of ageing with skincare, failing to find the secret to youthful-looking skin.
As the skin reflects the health of the whole body, many skin disorders and rapid ageing are caused by disturbances like lack of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals.
If we nourish the skin from the inside, we can never make a mistake. And if you maintain a healthy diet, it will certainly show in your skin.
Now let’s look at the main benefits.
Benefits:
Eating a balanced diet can:
- Help keep your skin supple, smooth, and radiant by providing it with the nutrients it needs.
- Boosts your vitality and gives you the overall well-being you desire.
- Enables & promotes proper functioning.
- Improves communication and self-esteem.
Skincare & Diet
Diet and skincare are very important sides of health. They go hand in hand, and one could argue that diet is just as important as implementing a skincare routine.
Now, of course, daily use of the right products can help prevent acne, diminish the signs of ageing, and maintain healthy skin. However, a skincare routine works best with healthy eating habits
Skincare is a bonus that a healthy diet will improve the quality of your skin. It takes more than just using the right cleansers and beauty products to maintain beautiful, healthy skin. For these reasons, one could argue that a diet is one of the most important parts of skincare.
A healthy diet however will only help you achieve amazing looking skin if you implement it with an effective yet simple skincare routine. Indeed, the external factors of skincare take priority. Nothing more, nothing less.
Eating a well-balanced diet is essential to good skin as well since healthy skin cannot exist without a healthy body. Together with skincare, your skin is not only going to be healthier, but the benefits will be twice as effective.
Foods that promote healthy and glowing skin:
What foods can you eat to stay healthy and glowing? Among them are:
These foods can all benefit your skin and your body and put your skincare on the next level.
As you eat more fruits and vegetables, you’ll provide your body with the vitamins and minerals it needs to function properly. In addition, getting a colourful array of natural foods into your diet will help your body function at its maximum potential.
Poor diet for skin:
Studies have shown that these foods can accelerate the ageing process.
You should also note that it is necessary to consume various foods of animal or plant origin, which contain vitamins, minerals, proteins, essential fatty acids. In addition, it is important to take the type of your skin into account.
In connection with that, earlier in the post we discussed how diet has a significant impact on our skin type. You might be wondering what other care is available other than the good diet mentioned above.
Skin type: What is the appropriate care?
Dry Skin: to treat dry skin, a diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids is recommended (Diet that makes your skin shine), along with vitamins A, D, E, and zinc. Avoid drinking dehydrating liquids (coffee, fizzy drinks), and fried or smoked foods (processed meats).
If you have sensitive skin, determine its cause, and do whatever you can to remedy it by implementing foods that promote healthy skin.
We should take care of our skin healthily and beautifully by incorporating a skincare routine and maintaining a healthy diet.
If you decide to try eating healthier, always keep track of the foods you eat over the next week or two. It will be easy for you to see what you’re eating this way.
To conclude, taking good care of your skin requires commitment. It is, however, one of the best long-term investments you can make.
Diet plays a key role in maintaining healthy skin. But so does skincare.
Just make sure to have an effective skincare routine in place. But most importantly, try to maintain a balanced diet by consuming fruit, vegetables (fresh if possible), and liquids that contain plenty of protein.
A combination of skincare, healthy foods, and dietary supplements will not only make your skin look younger, but also healthier and more radiant :).
