Be a “Glow Getter”: 5 Ways to Get Glowing Skin in 2019

NO.1 WATER, WATER, AND MORE WATER

Water — the ultimate beauty tonic. Water helps flush toxins from the system and it hydrates the skin. The more hydrated you are, the more smooth, elastic, and youthful your skin will look and feel.

NO. 2 OPTIMAL SLEEP

“Beauty sleep” isn’t just an old wives’ tale! Time spent dreaming is time spent repairing and restoring your cellular tissues. During this process, you also build collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid. These molecules are responsible for plumpness, elasticity and glowing skin.

NO. 3 STRESS REDUCTION

The stress hormone cortisol has been linked to collagen breakdown in the skin. The good news: this can be reversed as you learn to manage everyday stress and anxiety. Just ten minutes of deep breathing or meditation a day can help. Or try one of our favorite stress reduction methods, Emotional Freedom Technique, aka Tapping.

NO. 4 SAUNA

Regular infrared sauna sessions — we recommend 8-10 minutes of sweating, several times weekly — is a great way to improve complexion through better circulation. Increased sweating also accelerates the body's natural ability to rid itself of toxins and impurities.

NO. 5 A PLANT-RICH DIET THAT EMPHASIZES:

Carotenoids: a phytonutrient found in orange and dark leafy vegetables like carrots, sweet potatoes, kale, and collard greens.

Antioxidants: compounds found in brightly colored fruits and vegetables, especially berries, watercress, dark chocolate, pecans, artichoke, and cilantro.

Pro-tip: an easy way to increase antioxidants in your diet is with No. 7 Systemic Booster powder by Therapeutic Foods. Just add half a teaspoon to your morning shake!

Healthy fats: the building blocks of cell membranes. Healthy fats are found in avocado, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, extra virgin olive oil, pasture raised eggs, and wild caught omega-3 rich fish like wild salmon and sardines.

Green tea: full of free radical-fighting catechins which can reduce skin damage and prevent wrinkle formation. These powerful catechins have also been shown to promote recovery of dying skin cells and boost production of healthy new cells. We love this brand: Luv Tea

NO. 1 DAILY COLLAGEN

The amino acids in Daily Collagen are some of the most important nutrients for skin health. Our bodies naturally produce collagen, but once we hit age 25, our production declines. Collagen supplements can help preserve our skin’s elasticity.*

NO. 2 BCAA'S

Branched-chain amino acids (BCAA's) are known for their role in muscle recovery, but they also help to nourish skin, hair, and nails from within. They’ve been found to help to stimulate collagen production especially when combined with glutamine, and their anti-inflammatory properties support the skin’s natural wound healing process, making them essential for anyone struggling with skin issues.*

NO. 3 HAIR & NAIL BENEFIT

Hair & Nail Benefit provides high-quality, concentrated doses of choline, silicon, and biotin to naturally nourish your body’s beauty proteins. This blend supports collagen production, which we know reduces fine lines and wrinkles.*

NO. 4 BUFFERED VITAMIN C

Vitamin C is an essential nutrient for connective tissue, including collagen, making it a fundamental tool to help keep your skin glowing, healthy and youthful.*

ROBIN FOROUTAN, MS, RDN, HHC

Robin is a registered dietitian nutritionist specializing in Integrative Medicine, Functional Medicine and holistic healing modalities. She helps her clients address complicated conditions and return to wellness.

STEPHANIE MANDEL, NC, HEALTH COACH

Stephanie is a Holistic Nutrition Consultant and Emotional Freedom Technique practitioner with a passion for helping her clients fulfill their potential through both emotional and physical optimization.