Superfoods: Looking Good and Feeling Better
But it doesn't stop there? As well as maintaining this schedule, there are now more inviting ways of looking after your body and appearance that may come as second nature: The beauty regime.
We all know that fruit and veg are paramount to a healthy diet, but do we know that we could be applying them externally too to improve our skin complexion. For years we have been hearing about Superfoods or antioxidants such as cranberries and pomegranates - but what do they actually do?
Pomegranate is a popular choice for people in search of the best antioxidant. The fruit contains vitamins A,C and E which as just as important ON as in the body. Though nothing can prevent it entirely, this super fruit has some properties that help prevent the signs of aging by combatting aging skin cells, tightening pores and strengthening the epedemis - all things that start to fade as we get older. Keeping this in your daily skin routine in either a refreshing face wash, night creme or moisturiser would be a great way to determine whether it works for you. The trick is to let go if it doesn't and move on to something else that might. Just because it is one of the better known superfoods doesn't mean that it is the one for you...
The Brazialian Acai berry is the choice of Clinque for their new LipSmootie. Said to prevent oxidative stress, the thing that causes fine lines around the lips, if this is an area you're having to trouble with, then this maybe the product for you. Try not to use too many products at once - work out where needs a little attention and pay it, otherwise it'll be after midnight before you've finished applying your nightly ritual or lunchtime before you get into the office!
Look out for Moringa Peptide. Though it may not sound too appealing - if used it has the ability to purify the skin and prevent pollution and dirt from sitting on the skin. This is very important all year round as your skin battles against everything from the cold to sandy beaches - it is always important to look after your skin, the earlier you start the more effective will be!
Argan Oil is only available from New Zealand and well worth considering. It is said to be over 30 times more powerful than tea tree as in fighting anti-bacteria. It serves as an anti fungal and anti-inflammatory and so perfect for kicking any skin complaints, either rashes or spots you may have. This is the perfect ingredient for a daily moisturiser - so keep your eyes peeled.
Though you may eat them for breakfast - organic oats are one of the best things to help soothe the skin. Clinique use them in their Multi-grain Make-up and apparently helps to soothe, heal and norish skin. If you have a skin issue or dry skin then this is a good thing to look out for, particularly with such a good brand already out there offering it to you!
I'm sure next week there will be an even longer list of remedies set to fulfil your every complexion need, but for now there you go. And if you're not one for trying something new, stick to your 5-a-day, cocoa butter for nourishment and never underestimate a good nights sleep to help kick those bags under the eyes.
FemaleFirst Jenna Fordie
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