We've all heard the saying, "You are what you eat," and it couldn’t be more true when it comes to your skin. A nutrient-filled diet based in whole foods directly translates into clear, healthy skin.
Here is his list of the top 15 nutrients needed for healthy skin and a more youthful appearance:
- Olive fruit extract. This extract helps protect the skin from free radicals and the oxidative damage associated with aging, as well as improves the overall health and beauty of skin.
- Kiwi seed extract. Studies have shown that kiwi seed extract improves radiance, reduces the appearance of fine lines and dark circles, and improves skin moisture.
- Kudzu extract. This is an ancient Chinese and Japanese vine extract that helps support collagen production and the skin’s natural support structure, improving skin tone and firmness.
- Astaxanthin. Astaxanthin is a naturally-occurring carotenoid pigment responsible for the characteristic pink color of salmon and it packs a powerful antioxidant punch, helping protect the skin from the free-radical damage associated with aging.