Hacks for Glowing Skin
In 2020 I put a picture on my vision board of some random lady who had the glowiest, dewiest skin. At the time I was struggling with my skin and could not figure out what was going on. I was determined to achieve glowing skin because I knew that would mean I was equally healthy on the inside. It’s been a long journey but I swear by these non toxic, clean skin care hacks. The proof is in the photos!
What we know is that healthy skin starts on the inside. Poor gut health, hormonal imbalances, stress and even what we eat all shows up on the outside. The first sign of a healthy body is healthy skin! So let’s start with the inside.
inside:
gut health- I cannot emphasize enough how important gut health is for healthy skin. I get asked all the time what to do for clear skin and my first question back is “do you take a prebiotic and a probiotic?”. Often times the answer is no. Our gut is our second brain. Its where all of our nutrients are absorbed, it’s the center of hormonal function and it provides the essentials for a healthy immune system. If you want healthy skin, you have to start with proper gut health. The prebiotic I drink has contributed so much to the integrity of my skin. It’s full of fiber, and it allows the probiotic I take to function in a nourished environment. It’s like the one two punch. The prebiotic serves as the fertilizer for the gut, and the probiotic serves as the seeds. Both are essential for good gut health and GREAT skin.
omega’s- Omega 3’s are essential fatty acids that our body cannot make on their own. Unfortunately, if you live in the United States, your diet consists of more omega 6’s which in turn can be harmful for the body. A diet high in omega 6’s, needs to be balanced out. This is why you hear medical professionals and nutritionists talk about the importance of eating foods rich in Omega 3’s. Salmon, chia seeds, nuts etc. Most people, can’t and shouldn’t eat fish like salmon everyday unless it’s wild caught sustainable salmon. This can be tricky so supplementing with high quality fish oil is a great alternative. Not all fish oils are created equally however. Make sure you’re selecting fish oil that is sustainable, ethical and that also has Vitamin D, a vitamin that is helpful in clearing up the skin. I take Omega+ which I love because you can track each bottle to the boat. It also has omega 7’s and vitamin D. One of the major key benefits is promoting healthy skin.
THE INSIDE OUTSIDE APPROACH
accumax-if you’re coming off of hormonal birth control like I was, and your skin is a hot mess, you can take accumax. It’s not meant to be taken forever and it really does give you essential vitamins and nutrients your body is in need of for healthy skin. I talked to my aesthetician and this is what she recommended. I took these for about 3 months after getting off of hormonal birth control to speed up the process. I incorporated these along with everything else in this list because I was desperate for clear skin again. I keep them on hand just in case, but they were extremely helpful in clearing up my skin short term. Make sure you talk to an aesthetician before consumption.
hydration cocktail-this hydration cocktail is my newest obsession! It’s also known as an adrenal cocktail but I add a little hack making it even more hydrating and nourishing. The OG adrenal cocktail consists of equal parts organic orange juice and coconut water, 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar, and 1/4 teaspoon sea salt. I add in one stick of my go to strawberry brain drink for extra b vitamins and magnesium. The orange juice in it’s organic form is full of vitamin C. The coconut water is pure hydration and electrolytes. The cream of tartar helps balance out minerals in your body, in turn balancing out your hormones. This cocktail helps your body build up minerals that your body needs to balance out your hormones, provide energy, and nourish your skin. It’s also delicious!! Make it and tell me what you think!
outside:
best skin ever cleansing oil-I had never heard of oil cleansing until I started following a medical aesthetician out of New York. She recommended this cleansing oil and started talking about how normal cleansers can sometimes be too purifying and drying for the skin. I started incorporating this in place of a normal cleanser a few times a week and I’m obsessed!!! You definitely won’t feel the same feeling as a typical acne cleanser which is something I had to get used to, but it was definitely worth it.
truescience perfecting lotion- I’ve been using this since it first came out and I will never use a different toner. It’s a serum and a toner combined with nrf2 properties. That’s a super scientific term which basically means using your skins own antioxidant properties. It actually activates the antioxidants inside your skin that you already have (mind blowing). The perfecting lotion soothes the skin, reduces redness, and fights the free radical damage on your skin. Resulting in brighter, firmer, hydrated skin with less inflammation. I use this immediately after the cleansing oil. I pat it on my face and let it air dry before applying my next step.
truescience beauty serum- where do I start with this serum???!!!! Let me start first by saying it includes broad spectrum CBD. We all have receptors on our skin called cannabinoids. When these receptors are activated, it unlocks so many healing and anti aging properties. It is 100% THC free (so you won’t get high), and it’s full of plant based peptides which are essential for glowing skin. This beauty serum has made my skin so much brighter and firmer. I use it right before moisturizing for that added glow.
truescience anti-aging cream- Just like the perfecting lotion, this anti aging cream is super calming and hydrating for the skin. It has those same antioxidant properties so it’s so good for reducing inflammation on the skin (redness, acne, dry patches). I will never use another moisturizer. That sounds dramatic but it’s seriously that good! It’s super light in fragrance which I love because it’s super refreshing and even cooling on the skin. I find that I don’t need primer when applying makeup. Truescience moisturizer has a way of making my skin even and smooth while hydrated at the same time.
rose water hydration mist- this is the latest addition to my lineup and it needs to be added asap to your skin routine. Again, I found out about this on social media and I went straight to amazon to place my order. I use this as the very last step in my routine both morning and night. It’s great for refreshing the skin also. It’s made with clean ingredients and it’s like a rose bath for your face. You can also set your makeup with it to give your makeup that super glowy look!
My skin is finally flourishing and I’m so happy I found the right combination! It’s glowier and healthier looking than it ever has been. I feel so empowered and confident to carry out everyday tasks with no makeup. When I do put makeup on, I always receive compliments because of how dewy my skin looks without a lot of makeup to achieve the look. Reach out if you have any questions and let me know if you purchase any of these to incorporate into your routine.