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A healthy diet is a no-brainer when it comes to getting a glowing complexion. But did you know that a lot of the good stuff on your plate can also do wonders when applied to your skin. Here are a few popular beauty products that put ingestible ingredients centre stage.
Turmeric This anti-inflammatory superfood is said to prevent collagen breakdown and has been popping up in coffee shops in the form of lattes. And, it turns out, the stuff is also useful topically, particularly for acne- or eczema-prone skin. Besides calming the surface, it’s a natural antiseptic that stops the spread of bacteria.
Try: First Aid Beauty’s Hello Fab Ginger & Turmeric Vitamin C Jelly Mask has a calming and brightening effect.
Green tea Filled with antioxidants, green tea is touted as a fat burner and is said to improve brain function and lower the risk of diseases such as diabetes and Alzheimer’s. As a skincare ingredient, it’s powered by a rich concentration of the antioxidant epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which helps with ultraviolet radiation- and bacteria-induced damage. The polyphenol present in green tea combats inflammation, making it an anti-ageing powerhouse.
Try: AmorePacific’s entire line is based on EGCG harvested from green tea plants. The Korean brand’s lab tested more than 10,000 species of the plant to find the most potent varietal for its Prime Reserve Epidynamic Activating Programme.