Everyone knows that retinol is the darling of the skincare ingredient world. And that omega-3 fatty acids are an essential go-to for any nutritious, skin-loving diet. But, as great as these both are, there are plenty of other fabulous, natural ingredients that are equally beneficial in your diet AND your skincare regime. 

We don’t like to call Mother Nature a complete show-off, but it has so many dual-purpose, multitasking ingredients to offer both your health and your complexion, that it’s hard to think of a better term. And that’s OK because if you can consume something AND apply it to your skin to reap excellent benefits, then heck, why not?

Below, are six of our favorite natural skincare ingredients for healthier, more glowing skin…

1. Apricot

Apricots are not only delicious but they’re jam-packed with essential fatty acids, antioxidants, vitamins and fiber. All of which are awesome for your skin. Antioxidants, in particular, are up there as some of the best ways to fight free radical damage and reduce collagen destruction which prematurely ages up your skin. 

 

We use apricot kernel oil in our 7 Drops Multitasking Body Oil for its skin-softening powers and glow-getting prowess.

 

2. Avocado

A great source of potassium and packed with monounsaturated fats (they’re the good ones, btw!) avocados not only boost your body’s natural antioxidant defenses but also help keep your skin plump and healthy.

But eating an avo a day isn’t the only way to harness all that goodness. When applied topically, they can also have incredibly softening, hydrating and anti-inflammatory benefits. 

 

3. Blueberries

One of nature’s veritable superfoods, blueberries are chock full of fiber, nutrients and antioxidants called anthocyanins. Anthocyanins are what give blueberries their beautiful color, but they’re not just a pretty face. Studies show them to be excellent at protecting your skin against UV-induced photoaging and the inevitable lines, wrinkles and dark spots that come as part of that deal. 

 

Where can you find blueberries in our skincare formulations? Crammed into the Whole Repair Serum, that’s where.

 

4. Ginger

As you’ve probably guessed by now, the major benefit of almost all-natural ingredients is their ability to fight free radical damage thanks to an abundance of antioxidants. And ginger is no exception. The truth is, ginger is a total antioxidant powerhouse which makes it a great diet and skincare choice for preventing premature aging. It also helps tone and restores your skin to help boost your glow and ditch the dullness. Sure, ginger is ugly to look at, but proof if ever there was that beauty comes from within. 

 

 

5. Green Tea

One of nature’s finest anti-inflammatories, green tea is equally as effective in your favorite skincare products as it is in your morning brew. How so? Well, it’s crammed with vitamins B2 and E which are fabulous for boosting collagen and hydrating your skin. It also contains a potent antioxidant (there we go again!) called EGCG which helps fight DNA damage. Finally, it has a high content of catechins which help reduce irritation, swelling and facial redness. It’s basically the gift that keeps on giving. 

 

We formulate green tea in many of our products, because yes, we love it THAT much!  

 

6. Olive Oil

Mega moisturizing and, of course, packed with those all-important antioxidants, olive oil is rich in vitamins including A, D, E and K and has been shown to fight oxidative stress, aid healing and even help fight acne thanks to its antibacterial properties. Olive oil also contains a very important skin-loving lipid called squalene which strengthens your skin’s barrier function and helps keep it lubricated, moisturized and protected from the slings and arrows of environmental nasties. 

 

Our Nutrient Seaweed Wash contains organic olive oil to help hydrate your skin as you cleanse – because we’re smart like that.