The Holistic Guide to Women’s Skincare: Diet, Detox, and EastWest Tips

When it comes to our skin, we want to look and feel our best. Unfortunately, many of us don’t know the holistic approach to achieving beautiful skin. It’s not just about using the right skincare products; it’s also about eating the right foods, getting enough sleep, and reducing our toxic load. In this blog post, we will discuss the connection between the gut and skin, and explain why it’s so important to take a holistic approach to skincare. We’ll also give you some tips on how to achieve healthy, glowing skin naturally!

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The key to a glowing complexion is healthy skin, which doesn’t come from a singular product or quick fix. In order to have glowing skin, we’re going to look at the main areas of:

Hydration/moisture
Protection
Diet & nutrition
Detox

No matter your skin type, the above are the main factors to focus on to get that natural dewy glow you love. Not surprisingly, things like lack of sleep, a poor diet, stress, environmental toxins, and some beauty products can all contribute to skin’s visible signs of aging and irritation

Follow these expert natural skin care and beauty tips & tricks for a beautiful face every day—without spending a fortune on products or a ton of time on your skin care routine. Be consistent and you’ll be amazed at the difference in only a few weeks!

Avoid foods that can make your skin worse

Many skin issues are associated with hidden food sensitivities. This may apply to you if you experience acne breakouts, or a lot of redness, or eczema. Some kinds of foods are inflammatory to the skin and gut, and no amount of skincare, cleaners, or creams can undo a bad diet.

Avoiding these may help your skin:

Added sugar
Alcohol
Gluten
Dairy

Everyone’s personal sensitivity varies—so you might try omitting these foods for 3-4 weeks and watch your skin for improvement. Then, add them back one by one. If your skin worsens when you add something back to your diet, you’ll have a better idea of which foods to avoid in the future.

Read more: How to Reduce Hormonal Acne

Eat antioxidant-rich foods

Free-radical damage can make your complexion dull, cause age spots, hyperpigmentation, and dry skin.

How to combat these free radicals? Antioxidants, of course!

There are dozens of incredibly effective antioxidants in the form of vitamins, phytonutrients, and other compounds, and there are a few foods that are packed with these skin-loving compounds:

Blueberries and raspberries
Dark chocolate
Dark, leafy greens like kale and chard
Artichokes
Goji berries
Coffee
Bell pepper
Brussels sprouts

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Get your gut right

A healthy gut is key for healthy skin. While we typically focus a lot on topical skin care products, what’s going on on the inside can actually help to unclog pores and improve skin texture. I do this in two ways: by supporting the microbiome and natural detox in the digestive system.

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Adding probiotics has been shown to be beneficial to reduce symptoms of eczema. In fact, those who suffer from eczema actually have less microbiome diversity than those who don’t experience this condition (1).

There are some probiotics that can help improve gut function and digestion—and therefore the health of your skin—such as Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus plantarum, and Bifidobacterium longum.

Then, you can eat more of these foods to promote the detox of toxins within the gut:

Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, and leeks (cooked)
Parsley
Cilantro
Beets

Spices, such as turmeric, ginger, and fennel, are also helpful to heal & seal the gut.

If you want a simple way to keep your gut functioning well, try a daily scoop of Belly Fix. It’s packed with fermented greens and Ayurvedic superfoods to keep you looking and feeling your best.

Then, the next key point is important for digestion too!

Keep hydrated

Here’s one truth: if you’re chronically dehydrated—your skin will be too! Getting enough water throughout the day actually helps skin cells hold onto the moisture that keeps them looking plump, firm, and free of wrinkles.

So how much water do you need every day? At least 100 ounces, and maybe more, depending on how active you are (2). There’s no magic formula for exactly how much water you need, so listen to your body on this one. And if your skin is dry, you likely need to up your intake!

Avoid harmful ingredients

Many products in conventional skincare products are endocrine disruptors which can overwhelm your body’s natural detox pathways, bogging down the liver, and causing toxins to erupt from the skin.

Avoid products that contain (3):

Parabens
Phthalates
Formaldehyde
Quaternium 15, which releases formaldehyde
Polyfluoroalkyl substances known as PFAS
Phenylenediamine, used in hair dyes

Watch: Toxins in Your Beauty Products

Use a safe mineral sunscreen daily

Sun damage is real, friends! And in this case, an ounce of prevention is worth ten thousand pounds of cure! Apply a high-quality SPF daily as part of your skin care routine.

UV rays are the biggest cause of hyperpigmentation and accelerate skin aging (4). All skin types can benefit from daily SPF use because it helps to protect skin cells from damage.

For more on SPF guidelines, and which ones are best for you, check out my SPF guide.

Look for brightening skincare ingredients

Some skincare ingredients can work to reverse a portion of the damage that your skin undergoes on a daily basis, from things like sun exposure, stress, and the accumulation of dead skin cells.

Vitamin C is beneficial for promoting an even skin tone, and fighting free radical damage (5).
Hyaluronic acid is one of the best active ingredients for moisturizing and fighting dull, dry skin.
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin and antioxidant that’s crucial for supple, smooth skin. Plus, vitamin E also supports skin health by protecting from the sun’s damaging rays.
Licorice root is a favorite in natural skincare products as it contains compounds that improve the look of dark spots and brighten skin (5).

Read: Simple, Easy Sugar Detox in 5 Days

Practice facial massage

Level up your skin care with jade rollers or gua sha. A relaxing facial massage helps reduce stress, increase circulation, and supports a healthy complexion.

Gua sha is an ancient practice that uses flat or fan-shaped jade or quartz stones to massage facial muscles and tissue around the jawline. Gua sha actually dates back to the Ming Dynasty in China, and has been gradually improved throughout the ages to target fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin.

The post-facial glow (thanks to the improved circulation and the massage) is worth it.

Supplement if necessary

As you work on your skin’s natural glow, there are some extras you might want to try to give your skin a natural helping hand. These can help address some of the underlying issues that cause skin issues.

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Inositol, or myo-inositol helps to reduce hormonal acne caused by excess androgens. This is a common problem for those who have PCOS (6).

If your diet is low in vitamin C, you might consider supplementing until you’re able to work this nutrient into your diet.

B vitamins stimulate the parts of your skin cells responsible for protection, which can lead to healthier, younger-looking skin (7). They can also help hold moisture within the skin.

If you don’t eat a lot of animal foods, your diet may be low in collagen, which is a super important part of the health of your skin. Collagen is a protein which makes up a big part of the connective tissue that holds your skin together.

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Strengthen your skin barrier

You might be surprised to learn that a lot of women are working with a damaged skin barrier, and that’s why you have problems with overly oily skin, breakouts, and even super dry skin. If you feel like you’ve tried everything and are still unhappy with your skin—it might be a sign your skin barrier needs repair.

To start, don’t over-exfoliate, use a high quality moisturizer, apply SPF daily, and a gentle cleanser when you wash your face.

Other tips for good skin

Get eight hours of sleep. In order to have that rejuvenated, dewy glow, getting enough sleep is non-negotiable in the world of skin care. Odds are, you’ll notice the difference in just a night or two of quality rest. Aim for at least 7 hours, and to definitely be asleep between the hours of 11 pm to 5 am.

Try a detoxing face mask. This mask has vitamin C, and will leave your skin feeling smooth and moisturized.

1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder
½ teaspoon raw honey
1 teaspoon bentonite clay

In a small bowl, mix together all the ingredients with 1 teaspoon filtered water to form a paste. With clean fingers, or brush, apply onto clean, dry skin in a circular motion.Brush Leave on for 5 minutes, then rinse gently with warm water.

Holistic tips for naturally beautiful skin

If you’re looking for healthy, glowing skin, it all starts with taking care of your skin from the inside out. Eat a nutrient-rich diet full of antioxidants, and avoid inflammatory foods like sugar. Use gentle, non-irritating skin care products, and be careful not to over-exfoliate. Address any underlying hormonal issues with holistic methods, and you’ll be on your way to radiant skin in no time! Have you tried any of these tips?

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