Your trusty blender can do a heck of a lot more than just whip up a morning green elixir. In fact, the kitchen staple may very well be a viable alternative to pricey lotions and potions. (Or at the very least an effective complement.) What we put on our skin is just as important for a glowing complexion as what we eat and drink, which is why we asked leading health experts to share with us their favorite vitamin-, mineral- and antioxidant-packed recipes for glowing skin. Included are drinkable and edible options as well as ones meant to be applied topically. The common thread? They can all be made right at home using nothing but a blender.
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Skin Beautifying Recipes to Make With Your Blender
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Mango Avocado Banana Smoothie With Collagen Protein (Serves 1)
"This smoothie with collagen protein powder is rich in vitamins A, C and E and contains antioxidants, collagen and healthy fats, which collectively promote glowing and vibrant skin." -Steve Carlson, founder of Crave The Day
- 1/2 banana
- 1/2 avocado
- 1 1/4 cups frozen organic mangoes
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/2 cup ice
- 1 teaspoon all-natural collagen protein powder
- 1/4 teaspoon honey
Blend all ingredients.
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Coffee-Based Exfoliator (Makes Enough for Multiple Uses)
"Polish away dull, dry skin with this scrub to leave behind a softer, smoother and brighter complexion. While coconut oil hydrates skin, maracuja and yangu oils blend together with their high content of essential fatty acids providing further nourishment to the skin. Avocado oil absorbs quickly for long-lasting hydration." -Nyakio Kamoche Grieco, founder of Nyakio
- 1 cup ground Kenyan coffee (Kenyan coffee has a citrus note, so no bitter coffee smell)
- 1 cup organic brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons organic avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons organic and refined coconut oil
- For extra hydration, add a few more drops of the oils and a few drops of Nyakio Maracuja & Yangu Soothing Oil
In a sealable jar, mix all dry ingredients. Slowly add in oils and mix into a paste. Take the mixture and pulse in blender to make finer. Massage on skin in a circular motion to slough off dry and dull skin.
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Sakara Life Smoothie (Serves 1)
"Plant-based fiber (in the spinach) keeps cortisol under control and boosts collagen production to prevent wrinkles. Antioxidants (found in the berries) defend your cells by neutralizing harmful free radicals before they can wreak havoc on your skin for a pimple-free face. Good fats (found in the almond milk and walnuts) keep bacteria out and moisture in, reduce inflammation and increase nutrient absorption for a radiant complexion. Trace minerals for reduced skin redness, enhanced hydration and stress regulation for a head-to-toe glow." -Sakara Life founders Danielle DuBoise and Whitney Tingle
- Red-berry blend:
- 4-5 strawberries
- 1/4 cup blueberries
- 1/2 cup raspberries
- 5 drops Beauty Water Concentrate
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- A few shelled walnut halves
Blend until smooth.
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- Red-berry blend:
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Vegan Tomato Gazpacho (Serves 4)
"Gazpacho is a bright, refreshing soup that is ideal for a hot summer day. This recipe uses gorgeous red tomatoes from a farmers market that taste incredible! Try to get the tomatoes from a farmers market if you can rather than the store. The fresher they are, the better the gazpacho will taste. Tomatoes are rich in an antioxidant called lycopene, which has been shown to protect the skin from sun damage and can keep your skin looking more youthful." -Neda Varbanova, certified culinary nutritionist, holistic health coach and recipe creator
- 4 large tomatoes, cut in half
- 1 cucumber, cut in half
- 1 garlic clove
- 1/4 red onion, sliced
- 1/2 red bell pepper
- 1/2 jalapeño, seeds removed
- Juice from 1 lime
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Topping:
- Basil
- Lime zest
Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Strain the mixture through a strainer, pushing all the liquid through with a spatula or the back of a ladle. Transfer to a large pitcher and chill in the refrigerator a few hours. Serve in glass bowls or glasses, top with basil.
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Summer Peach Mask (Makes 1 Mask)
"Peaches are packed with vitamin C, which is excellent for tired skin as well as blemishes. Honey has antibacterial qualities and is extremely moisturizing, while the lactic acid in the yogurt smooths and softens fine lines. Lastly, I use cold-pressed grapeseed oil because it's light and easily absorbed into the skin; it contains vitamins D, C and E as well as linoleic acid, which strengthens cell membranes, reduces wrinkles and heals acne." -Joanna Vargas, celebrity facialist and founder of Joanna Vargas Salon and skin care collection
- 1/2 fresh, ripe peach
- 1/2 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 1 teaspoon cold-pressed grapeseed oil
Mash the peach in a small bowl or blend in a blender. Mix in the yogurt, honey and grapeseed oil to form a thick paste. Apply directly to face for 20 minutes to reveal a glowing, clear complexion.
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Oceans of Blue Beauty (Serves 1)
"The combination of Pearl, Blue Beauty Adaptogenic Protein and Tocotrienols feeds your skin on so many levels. It’s mineralizing, energizing, stacked with protein, calcium and antioxidants that nourish your skin and help stimulate and protect your body’s own natural collagen. The key to healthy, vibrant skin is helping your body function on a high level to stimulate your own collagen production." -Amanda Chantal Bacon, founder of Moon Juice
- 4 tablespoons Tocotrienols
- 1/4 teaspoon Pearl
- 2 scoops Blue Beauty Adaptogenic Protein
- Frozen banana
- 10 ounces water
Blend all ingredients.
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Green Smoothie (Serves 1)
"I make this every weekday morning to have as my midafternoon treat at the bakery. It's refreshing, the greens and ginger help fight inflammation and it is a more exciting hydration option than just water. I stopped using my juicer for this because I really don't mind the pulp and the clean up is a lot quicker in the morning — you just need a blender and a vessel to take it to work!" -Angela Garbacz of Goldenrod Pastries
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 celery stalk, chopped into 3 pieces
- 1 cup chopped lettuce (I usually use romaine)
- 1 whole lemon, peel removed
- 1/2-inch piece of fresh ginger
- 2 cups cold water
- 1/2 cup ice
Blend all ingredients.
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Activated Frozen Lemonade (Serves 2)
"Fuel your body with this frosty, detoxifying beverage, perfect for these warm weather days. Balance your pH, naturally increase your energy levels, purify your insides, hydrate your skin (and so much more!) with these few simple ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen! Use any leftover activated charcoal with equal parts raw honey and lemon juice and use as a face mask! Leave on for 10 to 15 minutes and lightly scrub off in circular motions with cool water for a gentle exfoliation, but a deep cleansing!" -Yourlixir founders Antonella Nardi and Desiree Chance
- 1 cup frozen coconut chunks
- 1 tablespoon raw honey (or more depending on preference)
- 1/2 packet (or 1/2 teaspoon) Yourlixir Activated Charcoal
- 1 lemon, squeezed
- 1 cup chilled filtered water
Blend all ingredients.
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Raspberry Rose Chia Fresca (Serves 2)
"Chia seeds, rosewater and raspberries boost beauty by keeping us hydrated and reducing inflammation. They're packed with vitamins and antioxidants, which combat free radicals and can lighten age spots and tighten pores. Plus, they taste great in this refreshing drink!" -Caroll Lee, board certified health counselor and founder/CEO of Provenance Meals
- 16 ounces coconut water
- 1 1/3 cups raspberries
- 1/2 teaspoon rosewater
- Juice from 1/2 a lime
- 6 mint leaves
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
Blend coconut water, raspberries, rosewater, lime juice and mint leaves on high until smooth. Add chia and blend on the lowest speed for 2 minutes, then allow to sit for 10 minutes while chia gels. Garnish with mint and a lime wedge and serve cold.
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Daniella's Daily Dose (Serves 1)
"Marine phytoplankton is one of my favorite sustainable discoveries. It's a highly bioavailable food, which means it is extremely easy for the body to absorb, requiring very little digestion. Marine phytoplankton can easily enter into your bloodstream and provide essential nutrients to your cells, which will help to regenerate and rejuvenate your body at a cellular level. The powder we use at The Real Coconut, Phytovive, contains a vast variety of vitamins, minerals, lipids and trace minerals that work wonders when it comes to supercharging your hair and skin health." -Daniella Hunter, founder of The Real Coconut
- 1 teaspoon marine phytoplankton
- 1 teaspoon marine collagen
- 2 ounces lemon juice
- 3 ounces fresh orange juice
- 2 ounces water
- Ice
Blend all ingredients.
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Oatmeal Good Flora Builder (Serves 1)
"This mixture provides prebiotics, fiber, phytonutrients, antioxidants and electrolytes that help to cultivate healthy intestinal flora and promote hydration. The gut is the largest immune mediator in the body and current research is examining the link between gut health and skin health." -Maya Feller, MS, RD, CDN, CLC of Maya Feller Nutrition
- 1/4 cup quick-cooking whole oats
- 2 tablespoons nut butter of your choice (no added sugars, salts or fats)
- 1 handful baby greens of your choice, such as kale or spinach
- 1/4 cup berries
- 4-6 ounces coconut water
Blend all ingredients.
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Natural Facial Mask (Makes 1 Mask)
"This all-natural face mask incorporates yogurt with lactic acid to help tighten pores and avocado to nourish and hydrate skin. Use weekly when skin is feeling dull, parched and needs a jolt of hydration." -Chef Adam Wilson, senior culinary manager at Vitamix
- 1 banana, peeled, halved
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1 avocado, halved, pitted, peeled
Blend all ingredients. Apply mixture to face. Let dry and wash off.
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Roasted Pepper Hummus (Serves 4)
"Keep the party going with this robust roasted red pepper spread. This is one of my mom’s specialties and party favorites. Serve the sweet and smoky hummus with vegetable crudités, flax crackers or on the side with grilled chicken. Chickpeas are a great source of fiber, which helps keep your digestion flowing. Healthy digestion plays a huge role in healthy-looking, glowing skin. Red peppers are also high in vitamin C, which helps protect the skin from skin damage caused by pollution, sun exposure, stress and more." -Neda Varbanova, certified culinary nutritionist, holistic health coach and recipe creator
- 1 can organic chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 roasted red peppers, roughly chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, diced
- 1 garlic clove
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil plus extra to drizzle on top
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Sea salt and pepper to taste
- Paprika for garnish
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Place in a serving bowl. Sprinkle with paprika and drizzle with olive oil.
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Wild Blueberry Lavender Smoothie (Serves 1)
"Wild blueberries are the base of this tasty smoothie and they’re rich in polyphenols, which may help protect your skin from the harmful effects of sun damage, per research in Food & Function. Low fruit intake has also been linked with acne, which makes eating your berries all that more important. This smoothie also boasts soothing lavender. You can make this beauty recipe in minutes in your blender!" -Amy Gorin, MS, RDN and founder of Amy Gorin Nutrition
- 3/4 cup low-fat milk
- 1/2 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup frozen wild blueberries
- 1 banana, frozen
- 1/4 navel orange, juiced
- 2 teaspoons navel orange zest
- 1 teaspoon dried lavender
- 2 tablespoons whole egg powder
Blend all ingredients.
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Get Glowing (Serves 2)
"This health-giving bowl is fiber-rich, vitamin-rich, antioxidant-rich, lipid-rich and full of skin-protective and glow-giving minerals selenium, copper and zinc plus it has the added boost of GLOW Inner Beauty Powder with prebiotics and probiotics to keep your gut happy and skin radiant." -The Beauty Chef founder Carla Oates
- 125 grams frozen blueberries
- 100 grams frozen unsweetened açai pulp, coarsely chopped
- 1 very ripe frozen banana, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 cup (125 grams) coconut kefir or natural yogurt
- 2 teaspoons GLOW Inner Beauty Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons chia seeds
- 2 teaspoons cacao nibs
Topping:
- 1 small ripe banana, peeled and sliced
- 6-10 fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons granola
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped pistachios
- 1 tablespoon goji berries
- 1 teaspoon bee pollen (not suitable for those with bee allergies)
- 1 teaspoon hemp seeds, optional
Blend the blueberries, açai, banana, kefir or yogurt and GLOW powder, if using, cinnamon, chia seeds and cacao nibs in a high-speed blender until smooth and creamy. Pour the smoothie into two wide shallow serving bowls. Decorate with toppings.
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Power Smoothie (Serves 1)
"Vitamins C and K are two of the best vitamins for skin to keep it looking healthy and youthful — both are prominent in berries and cucumbers. In general, hydration keeps skin glowing from the inside out. While drinking water is the most obvious fix for most, making a smoothie with ingredients like coconut water and cucumbers (which have an extremely high water content) is a great alternative to get extra water in." -Claudia Sidoti, head chef and recipe developer at HelloFresh
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 cup sliced cucumbers
- Handful of spinach
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 cup coconut water
- 1/4 cup blueberries
- Açai
- 1/2 cup strawberries
- 1/2 frozen banana
Blend all ingredients.
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Rehydrator Smoothie (Serves 1)
"True beauty begins from within with a better digestive system that helps get your skin what it needs to glow and removes unwanted waste effectively. This smoothie blends all that power into a delicious skin-tastic meal. Espira plant protein provides nutrients that help support a healthy digestive system while delivering plant protein that helps support skin growth and repair. Hydration helps your skin glow, but it is about more than just water, your body needs potassium (banana, coconut water) to escort water and water-soluble nutrients into the skin's cells for them to work better. Cucumber provides water and caffeic acid, both help to reduce swelling and promote hydrated, less puffy skin. Ginger is a potent anti-inflammatory to also help reduce skin redness and puffiness." -Espira by Avon nutritionist Ashley Koff, RD
- 1 scoop Vanilla Espira Plant Power Protein
- 4 ounces water or unsweetened non-dairy milk
- 1 thumb fresh ginger, skin on, washed
- 2 handfuls organic arugula
- 4 ounces coconut water
- 4 ounces coconut cream
- 1/3 banana, frozen
- 1/4 cup frozen cauliflower
- 1/2 cucumber, skin on
- Few drops stevia, optional
Blend all ingredients.
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Dragon Fruit Smoothie (Serves 1)
"One of my favorite fruits is dragon fruit. Not only is the color so beautiful, they are packed with health and therefore skin-boosting B vitamins." -Charles Chen, chef and NeoCell brand ambassador
- 1 packet frozen dragon fruit or 1/2 fresh dragon fruit
- 3/4 cup frozen pineapples
- 3/4 cup frozen strawberries
- The juice from 1/2 lemon
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons goji berries
- 2 tablespoons NeoCell collagen powder
Blend all ingredients.
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Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowls (Serves 2)
"This beautiful smoothie bowl will not only brighten up your day, but it will also brighten your face. Dragon fruit is a rich source of the antioxidant vitamin C, which helps brighten the skin. Psyllium husks, chia seeds and flaxseeds are all great sources of fiber that promote bowel movement, which will clear out any toxins in the body that could be linked to clogged pores. Reishi is another powerful superfood that improves liver function and detoxification, which can reduce skin inflammation and puffiness." -Neda Varbanova, certified culinary nutritionist, holistic health coach and recipe creator
- Handful of ice
- 2 cups coco almond milk
- 1 banana
- 5 strawberries
- 1 frozen pack dragon fruit
- 1 tablespoon psyllium husks
- 1 tablespoon macadamia nuts
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon reishi
- 1 teaspoon bee pollen
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- 2 teaspoons flaxseeds
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Optional Toppings:
- Blueberries
- Bee pollen
- Coconut flakes
Blend all ingredients.
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Non-Dairy Blueberry Beauty Elixir Nice Cream (Serves 3)
"Beauty really does start from the inside out. The non-dairy blueberry nice cream recipe features the Amazing Grass Beauty Elixir that is formulated with farm-fresh greens and 100 percent of the daily value of plant-based biotin, which supports healthy skin, hair and nails from within. The recipe is also chock-full of functional ingredients known for keeping skin soft and supple." -Ryan Therriault, VP of marketing and innovation at Amazing Grass
- 4 bananas, sliced and frozen
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1 tablespoon Amazing Grass Beauty Elixir
- Granola topping, optional
In a food processor, blend frozen bananas until smooth and creamy. The mixture should be thick and resemble soft-serve ice cream. Add blueberries, elixir and flaxseed. Combine until creamy. Pour into a loaf pan or any freezer-safe container and freeze for about an hour. Scoop and serve immediately. Top with granola (optional).
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Superfood Smoothie (Serves 1)
"This is my family's go-to morning superfood smoothie, which not only tastes delicious, but also has a variety of skin-boosting benefits. Blueberries and strawberries are excellent sources of antioxidants that can aid in protecting the skin from photodamage. They are also rich in vitamin C, which helps the skin retain moisture and supports elastin production. Almonds contain vitamin E that plays an important role in healthy cell tissue and cell structure. Fish oil contains omega-3, which has an anti-inflammatory effect on the skin. Whey protein contains amino acids that are helpful in collagen production, resulting in healthier, firmer-looking skin." -Dr. John Diaz, plastic surgeon and skin care expert
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 scoop whey protein
- 1/2 cup frozen or fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup frozen or fresh strawberries
- 1 tablespoon fish oil supplement
Blend all ingredients.
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Egg White and Avocado Face Mask (Makes 1 Mask)
"This nourishing face mask is wonderful for acne-prone, oily or combination skin. The egg white, rich in protein, multivitamins and minerals, tightens the skin and minimizes pores. Eggs also contain an enzyme known as lysozyme, which fights off bacteria and can help combat acne. Raw honey is also an antibacterial. Avocado, rich in vitamin E, is great for hydration and preserving moisture in the skin. It also contains anti-inflammatory properties that can help heal irritated skin. Using organic, quality ingredients is very important to avoid adding toxins back into the skin." -Matthew Sherman, CMO of Handsome Brook Farm
- 1 egg white
- 1/4 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon raw organic honey
Blend all ingredients until smooth. Apply all over a clean face, avoiding the eye area, and leave on for 10 to 15 minutes before gently removing with a warm face cloth.
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Green Apple Smoothie (Serves 1)
"This smoothie is packed with ingredients to help you glow. Cinnamon can help balance blood sugar and reduce inflammation, while apples are super hydrating. (Apples also have vitamin C, which helps combat free radicals that lead to premature aging.) The spinach sneaks in vegetable and vitamin A, which is important for cell production, and the almond butter is high in vitamin E to fight off more free radicals. (The good monounsaturated fats from almond butter also help lubricate the skin!)" -Dr. Lisa Davis, PhD, PA-C, CNS and chief nutrition officer at Terra's Kitchen
- Water or liquid of choice
- 1/2 cup ice
- Pinch of cinnamon
- 5.5 ounces apple slices
- 1 ounce spinach
- 1.15 ounces almond butter
Blend all ingredients.
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Glowing Skin Smoothie (Serves 2)
"This contains everything your body needs for a major boost: antioxidants, probiotics, high doses of vitamin C and supports digestion. This smoothie will leave your skin glowing and your tummy happy!" -Tara Mackey, The Organic Life
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons raw vanilla
- 2 small tomatoes
- 15 cherries
- A handful of spinach
- 2 drops chlorophyll
- 2 pineapple slices
- 5 mini carrots
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/2 mango
- 1/2 ounce coconut water
- 1 tablespoon flaxseed
- 1/2 ounce ginger kombucha
Blend all ingredients.
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Blueberry Goji Açai Beauty Smoothie (Serves 1)
"Rich in antioxidants, this colorful smoothie is great for fighting the signs of aging. With the added benefit of burdock root tincture for clarifying the skin. From acne, eczema to psoriasis, burdock root is known to calm and heal these common skin issues." -Neka Pasquale, founder of Urban Remedy
- 1 1/2 cups almond milk
- 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
- 1/2 packet unsweetened açai puree
- 2 tablespoons dried goji berries
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 dropper burdock root tincture
- Stevia to taste
Blend all ingredients.
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Beet Hummus (Serves 6 to 8)
"Beets are high in vitamin C, manganese, fiber and potassium, which all help to detox the body and leave your skin glowing. Pair it with some veggies (or even use it as a spread on a sandwich!) and you’ve got an awesome superfood snack." -Valérie Grandury, founder of Odacité
- 1 small roasted beet, chopped
- 1 can (about 2 cups) chickpeas, drained
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 small garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons sunflower seeds
Place the beets and chickpeas in a food processor and blend until combined, about 20 seconds. Add everything but the sunflower seeds and blend until smooth. Place in a bowl and top with sunflower seeds. Serve immediately or keep for up to a week in your refrigerator.
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Golden Hemp Milk (Serves 4)
"Hemp seeds are a very powerful skin superfood! They are rich in vitamins A and E, two antioxidants that can help fight sun damage and prevent premature signs of aging (looking at you, wrinkles!). Hemp seeds are also a good source of the mineral zinc that your body needs to make collagen, which keeps your skin young, plump and bright. Need more proof? Hemp seeds are a great source of healthy fats like omega 3, 6 and 9 fatty acids that work to keep the skin hydrated, preventing dry, flaky, tight-feeling skin. Plus, those omega-3s fight inflammation, reducing redness and puffiness on the face. I love making this recipe as a delicious treat and a total beauty booster all in one plus it is ready in minutes!" -Brigitte Zeitlin, MPH, RD, CDN and owner of BZ Nutrition
- 3 cups cold water
- 3/4 cup Manitoba Harvest Hemp Hearts
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 3 teaspoons turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked
- 1-4 tablespoons raw honey
Blend all ingredients.
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Faux-jito (Serves 1)
"Creams and serums can only do so much, so we need to start taking care of our skin from the inside out. I recommend the Musely Hello Beautiful supplement to my patients to help decrease inflammation, reduce wrinkles and firm the skin. This mocktail recipe is a fun way to incorporate the supplement for glowing, youthful skin this summer." -Dr. Marie Jhin, resident dermatologist at Musely
- 1 sachet Hello Beautiful Unsweetened Collagen & Multivitamin Powder
- 8 ounces sparkling water
- 6-8 sprigs organic mint
- 1/2 lime
Blend all ingredients.
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Blended Beauty Drink (Serves 1)
"This is my all-time favorite smoothie to drink when I’m feeling like my skin needs a total pick-me-up. It’s packed with antioxidants that not only prevent future damage to the skin, but also help repair. My favorite two ingredients in the smoothie are the turmeric — I swear that it helps erase dark circles under my eyes — and the hemp seeds (hemp seeds are miracle workers)! Hemp seed oil helps improve the skin's elasticity and water retention, making your skin look more supple and youthful! I see a difference in my skin almost immediately after drinking this!" -Janine Whiteson, RD
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 1 small cucumber (I like Persian cucumber, but any will do)
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 2 tablespoons watercress
- 15 fresh mint leaves
- 8 walnuts
- 1/4 avocado
- 4 ounces plain Greek yogurt (0 percent or 2 percent fat)
- 1/8 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (more if you like it)
- 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
- 2 tablespoons kale
- 4 large mango chunks
- 3/4 cup water
Blend all ingredients.
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Powerphenol Purple Smoothie (Serves 1)
"The Powerphenol Purple Smoothie contains potent antioxidants, such as blackberries, blueberries, kale and cacao that work to protect your cells and repair them. This combination also works to optimize metabolism, increase beneficial bacteria in the gut, boost longevity and improve overall health and appearance. Cellular inflammation and oxidation contribute to the fine lines, wrinkles and dull skin that happens as we age. When you drink the Powerphenol Purple Smoothie, you enhance your cells' ability to repair damage and slow the aging process, inside and out, leaving you with a beautiful, youthful glow." -Naomi Whittel, founder of Reserveage Nutrition and author of Glow15
- 1/2 cup frozen blackberries
- 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 cup coarsely chopped kale leaves
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon raw cacao powder
- 2 tablespoons coconut butter
- 1 tablespoon hemp, chia or ground flaxseed
- 1/4 avocado
- 1 Resveratrol 250 milligram capsule
- Ice cubes, if desired
Blend all ingredients.
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Avocado Honey Face Mask (Makes 1 Mask)
"Avocado is full of healthy fats and incredibly moisturizing. Avocado has antioxidants, such as vitamins C and E and can fight free radicals, which can age the skin. It also has oleic acid, which can penetrate the second layer of the skin and can prevent wrinkles. Honey is antimicrobial and great for the treatment and prevention of acne. It’s extremely moisturizing and soothing." -Dr. Debra Jaliman, board certified NYC dermatologist, assistant professor of dermatology Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and author of Skin Rules: Trade Secrets from a Top New York Dermatologist
- 1/2 avocado
- 2 tablespoons honey
Blend all ingredients. Gently rub on skin and leave on for 15 minutes. Wash off with a damp warm washcloth.
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Clear Skin Smoothie (Serves 1)
"Packed with clear skin-loving foods, including antioxidants from blueberries to protect skin from environmental stressors, omega fatty acids from avocado help calm skin redness and restore moisture, naturally detoxifying and pH-balancing spirulina and spinach along with kefir to rebalance and promote healthy gut and skin microbiome." -Paula Simpson, holistic nutritionist, biochemist and co-founder of Zea Skin Solutions
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut water
- 1/4 cup non-dairy kefir
- 1/2 flesh of an avocado
- 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
- Handful of organic spinach leaves
- 1-2 tablespoons hemp or pea-based protein
- 1/2 teaspoon spirulina powder
Blend all ingredients.
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Avocado and Almond Milk Smoothie (Serves 1)
"This avocado and almond milk smoothie is the perfect drink to enjoy for beautiful skin. Almonds and avocados both contain monounsaturated fats, which may help your skin stay healthy by retaining moisture. Additionally, linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid found in almonds, has been associated with helping to reduce skin dryness and skin thinning in middle-aged women, according to a study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition." -Keri Gans, RDN, nutritionist, certified yoga teacher and author of The Small Change Diet
- 1 ripe medium banana, peeled
- 1 ripe medium avocado, peeled and seeded
- 1/2 cup loosely packed chopped kale
- 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 3/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup ice cubes
Blend all ingredients.
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Skin Rescue Solutions (Serves 1)
"Coconut flesh is an all-natural wrinkle-fighting solution. Kiwi is rich in flavonoids, which keep the skin healthy and promote the absorption of iron in the body. Mint is a skin-soothing ingredient and is known for its ability to calm inflamed and irritated skin, it also contains vitamin A, which strengthens skin tissue and helps to reduce sebum production that contributes to oily skin, while berries are a wonderful source of antioxidants that help to fight free radicals." -Sue Devitt, beauty expert
- 2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice
- 6 ice cubes (you can freeze some additional cubes of orange juice in your ice cube tray and pop them into the blender instead of the ice)
- 4 heaping tablespoons coconut flesh
- 3 peeled kiwis
- 1 cup blueberries
- Add a large handful of mint (save some stems to garnish)
Blend all ingredients.
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Papaya Face Mask (Makes 1 Mask)
"This smoothie (please note no ice!) is wonderful after a particularly indulgent weekend. It cleanses out the skin and bones, leaving your skin glowing and is a great antioxidant that supports healthy digestion. Papaya tastes great in foods, but is also good for anti-aging. Below is a recipe for a mask that makes enough to put on your face and drink what is left as a smoothie." -Anita Jaisinghani, chef at Pondicheri
- 2 cups diced ripe papaya with the seeds removed
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Puree in the blender. Clean face with a warm towel, then apply the papaya paste generously to your face. Leave it on for 20 minutes and then rinse it off. Repeat weekly for glowing skin.
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