Nothing starts the morning off right like a warm cup of coffee -but is this one of the many foods that we consume daily that can hurt our skin?!
What you eat and drink has a direct impact on how your skin looks and feels. If your skin feels too oily, too sensitive, or suffers from breakouts, this could be the answer. Here are some of the most unexpected foods that can harm your skin and what you can do to prevent damage.
Dairy
Dairy foods are a large part of the American diet. Almost 3000 gallons of milk are consumed in the USA every year and that doesn’t include products like cheese, butter, or cream. While dairy products are delicious, they can sometimes have unwanted side effects for your skin. If you consume dairy regularly, you have probably experienced acne, dryness, and uneven skin texture.
We aren’t suggesting getting rid of dairy in your diet but limiting your consumption is encouraged. To combat the effects of dairy on your skin, make sure you are using a cleanser twice daily to help repair damage to your skin texture. It will help smooth out your skin and even replenish moisture where your skin needs it. This will allow you to enjoy dairy without compromising the look and feel of healthy skin!
Sugar
How can something that tastes so good be so bad for your skin? Sugar may be an irresistible part of your diet but it can have a major impact on your skin. Sugar has a high glycemic index which can lead to inflammation. Sugar is also known to aggravate your skin and eating too much of it can lead to skin ailments like eczema, redness, and acne.
Your first step should be to limit the amount of sugar you are consuming which won’t just be good for your skin, but for your body too. Using anti-inflammatory skincare ingredients like shea butter can help stop the damage from eating sugar. Using our Repair & Release Cream daily which includes high-quality shea butter will help manage inflammation and keep skin happy and healthy!
Coffee
Most of us can’t start our day without a cup of coffee and while it may get you going every day, it can be damaging your skin. Coffee is packed with caffeine which can lead to heightened stress response in your body. Stress hormones like cortisol can increase the amount of oil produced by your skin which can lead to oily skin and breakouts.
We aren’t suggesting you give up coffee because let’s face it, you probably wouldn’t make it through the day – but adjust your skincare routine to prepare skin for the side effects. One of the best ways to fight oily skin is by using an essential oil cleanser which will remove oil and rebalance your skin. It uses different botanicals to attract dirt, makeup, and free radicals so you can avoid breakouts and oily skin while you sip your cup of joe.
