The best-known content on TikTok relates to skincare, which ranks among some of the platform’s most popular topics.
Well, guys, as you may know, liquid chlorophyll – a green substance found in plants that are used for photosynthesis – is the latest viral trend to hit the app, which aims to clear up acne and reduce redness by adding it to water.
You may ask, does liquid chlorophyll clear the skin? Could it be the best solution? If not, what are the alternatives? Okay, you get the picture. You certainly have many questions and wonder if you should give it a try or not. Before considering it, read this article to get a better idea of whether you should buy it or not. Let’s analyse it together. 🙂
Is liquid chlorophyll proven to work on your skin?
TikTok users say you can reduce acne and redness on your skin by drinking liquid chlorophyll in your water.
However, @dermdoctor Muneeb Shah (one of my favourite dermatologists that is very popular online, particularly on TikTok), claimed that liquid chlorophyll does not appear to help clear skin.
A few small studies have shown topical chlorophyllin, a chlorophyll derivative applied to the skin, can reduce redness. Shah, however, said that there is no evidence that liquid chlorophyll does the same.
According to Shah, the benefits of drinking liquid chlorophyll are minimal and some of the claims made by TikTok are false. Additionally, he recommended acne-clearing product use and diet changes to aid in skin healing.
Also, if you want to reduce acne, Shah recommends starting with four ingredients: retinoids to reduce ageing and acne, benzoyl peroxide to fight acne-causing bacteria, and salicylic acid to remove dirt, and azelaic acid to reduce inflammation and redness.
Is it safe to use?
According to Shan, despite its lack of proven effect on acne or redness, liquid chlorophyll may have some benefits due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
Chlorophyll liquid is generally regarded as a harmless beauty trend, and there is no clear evidence that it can cause health issues. However, the results may not be as you expect.
Honestly, I was tempted to buy one, but after researching online, I decided not to.
Obviously, I can’t decide if you should use it or not, but if you do, make sure that you do it with caution and don’t consume too much.
Some people who consume too much liquid chlorophyll may develop a blistering rash known as pseudoporphyria when subjected to sunlight. The risk is low, but still possible, Shah said.
What’s the alternative? What to do instead?
As a personal recommendation, Shan advises people to eat more green vegetables such as broccoli and spinach, instead of drinking chlorophyll. Simple as that. Remember that your diet plays a big role in determining your skin health.
Related: Is your diet more important than your skincare?
Replaceable & healthy meals
Guys, have you ever heard of HelloFresh? Well, if not I have got you covered!
In case you have trouble cooking for yourself and rely on a lot of ready meals or highly processed foods throughout the week, or struggle to come up with healthy ideas beyond salads, HelloFresh would be your saving grace.
The latter provides a wide variety of recipes that promote healthy, home-cooked meals. Recipes tend to balance proteins, fats, carbohydrates, and fresh vegetables. These are all components that boost your skin.
HelloFresh was founded to provide people with the freedom to cook at home without the hassle by using fresh and healthy ingredients.
Recipes under 650 calories are marked on the menu, and some are also Weight Watchers-approved.
You can choose from many variations of HelloFresh’s boxes to suit your needs, including ‘healthy’, ‘family’, and ‘rapid’ boxes, as well as vegetarian options. In fact, each week, you can choose from seven vegetarian recipes.
Why HelloFresh?
One of the best things about HelloFresh is how easy it is to create recipes from scratch with everything you need. In addition, they change often so that you are always eating seasonal ingredients. It’s easy to fall into a rut and cook the same thing every week. Therefore, HelloFresh gave us new ideas we hadn’t thought of and gave us a chance to learn new healthy meals every week. In addition, it gives you a good start in looking after your diet.
Costs
Each meal in a box is priced differently based on how many meals you add and the number of people you are serving. A recipe that serves two people costs £4.50 per serving, while a recipe that serves four people costs £3.25. Considering you get all the ingredients delivered to your door and you don’t have to have any other ingredients beforehand, it’s a pretty good deal.
There is a choice of receiving three, four, or five recipes per week, and whether to serve two, three, or four people. You can change your custom plan week by week, but HelloFresh will use your first selection as your custom plan.
With HelloFresh, you can cancel at any time. You can sign up online without a problem – you can also skip a week if you want.
Learn how to sign up for the HelloFresh recipe subscription box.
To conclude, although liquid chlorophyll is not harmful to your skin, experts recommend you substitute it with a healthier diet, as you will hardly see any visible results. HelloFresh might be an option for you if you want to opt for ready to cook healthy and fresh meals. In addition to providing healthy meals that can benefit your skin, it will help you save time and effort! 🙂
