A dermatologist or skincare professional will tell you that glow comes from fresh keratinocytes reaching the top of your skin. 

However our skin’s attractiveness is more complex than that. 

It turns out blood flow in your skin is a big part of the glow you see—and the glow others notice too. Women with better blood flow in their skin are perceived as having more facial glow and can appear up to five years younger than they are.

Which is where black tea comes in :D

My acne disappeared without me even trying. 

No I’m not showing off. I don’t have amazing skin, and my acne pestered me for years until I started doing the right things for my skin - without changing a single thing in my skincare routine.

When you’re struggling emotionally, taking care of yourself can suddenly feel exhausting. In this episode, I share simple, comforting foods that may help support both your mood and your skin — without adding more stress to your day. Easy ideas, delicious ingredients, and small ways to feel a little more like yourself again.

Stress can show up on your skin fast. Duller skin, more visible lines, rougher texture, and that tired look that seems to appear overnight. In this episode, I explore how stress affects your skin and the foods that may help support a fresher, more vibrant look during busy, high-pressure weeks.

Inflammation plays a major role in many visible skin changes linked with ageing. In this episode, I break down the diet pattern linked with a 40% reduction in inflammation and what that could mean for glow, firmness, smoothness, and skin comfort.

Recipe Links

https://mygoodnesskitchen.com/vegan-sandwiches/

https://frommybowl.com/easy-falafel-recipe/

https://plantbasedjess.com/falafel-gyro-with-greek-tzatziki/#recipe

https://minimalistbaker.com/vegan-bolognese-with-mushrooms-red-lentils/#wprm-recipe-container-103377

https://simple-veganista.com/vegan-black-bean-tacos/

https://minimalistbaker.com/smoky-bbq-bean-tacos-vegan-gf/#wprm-recipe-container-82138

TikTok will tell you to eat a large, time-consuming carrot ribbon salads for glowing skin. But I've found a much easier way. In this episode, I break down why carrots matter for your skin and the easiest way to eat the amount your skin really needs...in a way that fit real life — no tedious salads required!

Winter is coming and dry skin along with it.

And sometimes moisturiser just isn’t enough. So I've searched for some delicious meals and drinks with hydration-supporting ingredients in them, which are warm, comforting for winter, and very easy to prep!

Recipe links:

https://www.hellospoonful.com/gluten-free-apple-walnut-crisp/#recipe

Nobody needs an excuse to eat raspberries.

They’re pink, pretty, petite! It’s a no-brainer.

But now that I’ve discovered the many wonderful benefits of raspberries for your skin, I am left wondering: Am I eating enough?

And are you?

Recipe Links:

https://frommybowl.com/raspberry-overnight-oats/#wprm-recipe-container-24127

https://plantbasedjess.com/raspberry-matcha-mocktail/#recipe

https://rainbowplantlife.com/vegan-raspberry-crumble-bars/

Is it possible to enjoy leafy greens?

Again and again we are told to eat more of them, but they’re not exactly inspiring.

I just don’t see the appeal. 

Until I started learning about how they can impact my skin.

I’m sharing some of the yummiest leafy green recipes I have found that are also super-nourishing for your skin.

Recipe links:

Lettuce: https://plantbasedjess.com/vegan-tofu-fajitas-easy-sheet-pan-recipe/#recipe

Rocket: https://rainbowplantlife.com/vegan-pasta-salad/#recipe

Kale: https://minimalistbaker.com/kale-falafel-hummus-wraps/#wprm-recipe-container-43293

Eating leafy greens has been shown to increase collagen production and improve skin elasticity.

Which is both good and bad news. 

Good news because loss of collagen continues every year from our mid to late 20s.

Bad news because leafy greens feel more like a chore than a pleasure.

But don’t worry, we won’t be talking about salad or massaged kale today.

Recipe links:

Kale chips: https://minimalistbaker.com/30-minute-cheesy-kale-chips/#wprm-recipe-container-35535

Edamame dip: https://thefirstmess.com/2020/07/01/edamame-dip-jalapeno-mint-lime-vegan-recipe/#recipe

Kale and sweet potato fritters: https://minimalistbaker.com/kale-sweet-potato-fritters/#wprm-recipe-container-81069