Where does beauty begin? Well, my dear, it starts from within...

Most of us are aware of how the food we put into our body affects our health and wellbeing. We’ve all been told our skin looks glowing after a few weeks of eating healthy and keeping hydrated, and probably also been told we look tired when we’ve been busy, stressed and not fuelling with the right foods.

We know when we’ve been taking care of ourselves by eating properly, sleeping, drinking enough water and even using the right skincare products, and we know this because our skin sings with joy and beams with light.

All skin conditions such as acne, eczema, pigmentation and so on, requires good vitamins and minerals, a diverse microbiome and protection from the inside out to aid in recovery and repair. Luckily, there is a lot of help out there through advanced skincare brands, scientifically approved supplements and professional guides to support all skin types.

Collagen is the most abundant protein in our body, it’s what gives our skin strength and elasticity. Unfortunately, as we age our ability to generate collagen slows down, especially when we are exposed to stress, environmental toxins and inflammatory food choices. Plus, this exposure can also affect our telomeres.

We stock a great range of highest quality collagen and one of our stand out products for it's high collagen content is the Planet Paleo Bone Broth. It contains a huge 8000 mg of collagen (more than most collagen supplements) per serving, which supports everything from our skin, muscles, bones to our fingernails and hair.

Planet Paleo Bone Broth also contains hyaluronic acid which increases skin moisture and reduces the appearance of fine lines due to its capacity to retain large amounts of water. Think of it as natures natural plumper.

Now What Are Telomeres We Hear You Ask?

A telomere is the end of a chromosome. Each time a cell replicates, the telomere becomes shorter. Eventually, the telomere becomes so short that the cell can no longer divide, resulting in cellular ageing. Luckily, certain nutrients, phytonutrients and antioxidants are known to protect the telomere from shortening and reduce the effect of ageing, whilst naturally boosting and protecting our collagen.

It can take a fair amount of time to see a noticeable difference in our skin. So, it’s very important to look after our skin right now to prevent rather than reverse when the damage has potentially already been done. There are many skin supportive supplement blends available which combine antioxidants to protect telomeres with other skin supportive ingredients. Beauty Blends to have a look or call us for tailored advice.

Blemish prone skin is often seen in teenagers but it’s just as common in adults too. In fact, the number of cases in adult women is significantly increasing due to stress in both professional and private life, as well as increased anxiety and poor sleep quality. All of these lifestyle factors greatly affect our hormone balance, which in turn impacts the health of our skin.

Acne begins in the hair follicles and sebaceous glands which produce sebum. Sebum is a mixture of oils that are necessary to moisturise, protect and coat the skin. However, an excess of sebum that is offered triggered by a hormonal imbalance can result in clogged pores and inflamed painful skin.

Alongside the discomfort, these breakouts also have huge psychosocial effects and the lack of self-confidence can be difficult to deal with.

Other big factors for blemish-prone skin are altered skin microbiome, poor detoxification and inflammation which may be directly triggered by the diet.

Clear Skin Capsules are expertly blended with a good dose of targeted bacteria strains which have been heavily studied to support the microbiome, immune system and in turn the health and repair of the skin. Rich in antioxidants such as beta carotene, lutein, lycopene and astaxanthin which have shown to minimise acne breakouts, brighten up the skin and protect from any oxidative damage triggered by inflammation. Also contains burdock root which supports detoxification of wastes and toxins, whilst providing potent antiseptic and antibacterial benefits. The unique addition of Gotu kola adds extra support for healing and repair whilst reducing inflammation.

Organic Clear Skin Oil provides a reliable source of omega 3, 6 and 9. Over many years there has been a lot of research to support omega oils as a dependable source for lowering inflammation and supporting the uptake of antioxidants to prevent free radical damage. The Clear Skin Oil contains mostly omega 3 in the form of flaxseed oil, along with omega 6 and 9 found in pumpkin seed oil, sea buckthorn oil, rosehip oil, blackcurrant oil and many more. These oils are designed to work synergistically together to complement each unique benefit, whilst providing a range of fat-soluble antioxidants such as Vitamin E and carotenoids. This oil is best used in conjunction with the Clear Skin Capsules.

Our Nutritional Therapy team are experts in treating skin conditions from within. We regularly treat skin conditions in people of all ages. The correct nutrition is essential as good skin is a mirror of good health, particularly gut health. If you'd like advice or to book a consultation just get in touch.

And last but not least don't forget about water! Skin always benefits from adequate hydration, but how much is enough? Water will not only improve your skin, but also your health...

Without enough water the skin will be dehydrated. Hydrated skin looks younger and filtered, alkaline water has anti-ageing benefits for the skin. Skin hydration is especially important to achieve healthy, glowing skin, as well as for all skin conditions, including acne and eczema.

Click here for our water tips and tricks.