Our skin is without a doubt the most misunderstood organ. And that is quite surprising because it is simultaneously the largest and perhaps the most fascinating organ. On top of that, it is an important excretory organ and therefore has to work overtime regularly because of all the substances it has to excrete. Add to that all the environmental stress and harmful UV radiation and you can understand why our skin often has to endure so much.
In other words, a lot can go wrong with our skin, which immediately explains why the skin care market sells for more than 130 billion euros annually. So we can't stress enough how important it is to give your skin the care it deserves. That's why we're happy to serve you with this handy overview of the nine most powerful superfoods for the skin.
9 Super Powerful Superfoods For The Skin
1. Schisandra*
The schisandra berry is known for its active ingredients to retain moisture in the skin. This makes it one of the most suitable superfoods for skin that suffers from dryness*. In addition to hydrating the skin, the active ingredients in Schisandra are also said to provide support against UV rays* and other forms of environmental stress*.
Read more about the effects and 5 other benefits of Schisandra here
Anti Stress
2. Amla*
The active ingredients in Amla (or amlaki) are said to hydrate* and keep the skin healthy*, just like schisandra. It is also said to support the skin in the event of skin damage caused by UV rays* and environmental stress*. This Ayurvedic plant has been consumed in juice, powder and tea form since time immemorial, but it is also perfect for use in a face mask. Amla is packed with active ingredients and vitamin C and is suitable for most skin types.
Read more about Amlaki here – Healthier hair and more beautiful skin, but what else?
Ayurvedic Indian Medicine
3. Take*
The properties and active ingredients of neem make it a very popular product in skin care. For example, the active ingredients are said to keep the skin soft* and supple*, but also have a strong cooling* and cleansing effect* so that it can be used to remove dirt and impurities from the skin.
Find out more about the one-stop pharmacy boom here
Ayurvedic Indian Medicine
4. Chlorella*
Chlorella is an absolute powerhouse when it comes to skin care. The active ingredients in Chlorella are said to be good for collagen production*. Collagen is an important glue protein in your body. Our joints, bones, muscles, cartilage, hair, nails, connective tissue and our skin consist of collagenAs part of our connective tissue, it provides elasticity and strength throughout the body.
Read more about chlorella, what it contains and how it works here.
Algae & Sea 
5. MSM*
MSM is a supplement that you might not expect to find here but it definitely belongs here. MSM also supports the skin's ability to produce collagen*, see above. Buy MSM Powder?
Discover the other benefits and effects of MSM powder here.
6. Cocoa butter*
It may seem like an odd one out, but cocoa butter is a real blessing for our skin. When you apply cocoa butter to your skin, you get a protective layer that retains moisture in your skin due to the many saturated fats*. Cocoa butter is also very rich in polyphenols. Polyphenols help with dry and damaged skin*. In addition, the photochemicals in cocoa butter can support blood flow to the skin*. Buy cocoa butter?
Read more about other uses of cocoa butter here.
7. Hemp seed oil*
Hemp seed oil is rich in Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids and has an intensively moisturizing* and nourishing effect on the skin*. In addition, the oil is suitable for use on all skin types, regardless of whether you have dry or oily skin.
Discover other uses of hemp oil here.
8. Matcha*
It may seem surprising that drinking green tea can have a beneficial effect on your skin, but matcha is not just any green tea. First and foremost, it is rich in methylxanthines, a substance that supports blood flow in your skin*. Like a number of other superfoods on this list, the active ingredients in matcha also support the skin against harmful sun rays* and environmental stress*.
Read more about matcha and its top 10 benefits here.
9. Gotu Kola*
Our final supplement in this roundup is gotu kola, also known as brahmi. Gotu kola contains a wealth of triterpenoids, substances that can help the skin recover* and stay healthy*. The active substances in gotu also promote collagen production, which is essential for healthy skin*.
Discover the top 6 benefits and effects of gotu kola.
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*Health claims made on the basis of plant ingredients are still being processed by the ESFA at the time of writing this blog.
In the context of European legislation on health claims, we are not allowed to mention on our website for which application you can use this supplement. Of course, we can provide you with personal advice. Please feel free to contact us by email at info@spiruella.nl or use our contact form! We are happy to help you!
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Finally, an important tip: if you apply a superfood powder topically to your skin, always do a small patch test beforehand. This way you can check for possible allergies or reactions when using your new skincare product!
Want to know more about superfoods to support our hormones? Then read Our Top 7 Superfoods for Hormone Balance. – Want to know more about what omega-3 fatty acids are and what they mean for our health? Then read now: Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Where Are They Found and What Are They Good For?
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