If you follow us on Instagram, @skinowl, then you’ve probably heard a little bit about our Parliament Project. Every month, we host an event where we dive deep and chat about skincare, self-care, and life’s challenges. We sit down to share food and stories, and take a moment to indulge in a selfcare treat. So naturally, during this evening of self-discovery and dialing down, we indulge in some pretty tasty food, all of it having amazing benefits for your skin.
Here’s a sneak peak of what we’re eating at the Parliament Project and how these foods impact your skin.
Vietnamese Watermelon Salad
There’s something deliciously fresh about a watermelon salad, but did you know this sweet treat is great for your skin too?
Cucumbers contain Vitamin C and caffeic acid which help calm inflamed and irritated skin. Silica also helps firm loose or sagging skin.
Watermelon is packed with lycopene and amino acids, all contributing towards healthy skin, aiding the immune system, and benefitting from antioxidants. Both watermelon and cucumber also help to hydrate your body from the inside out.
Mint not only aids in digestion by soothing the stomach, it also soothes the skin by fighting inflammation.
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Salmon with Lemon and Ginger Rub
We’ve all heard of the transformative effects of Salmon for the skin and body. Many celebrities swear by it and once you start incorporating this healthy fish into your beautifyingt diet, you will too!
Salmon is notoriously healthy for your body, but did you know that it has quite an impact on your skin too! As a rich source of omega 3s, salmon helps calm inflammation, which can lead to a breakdown of collagen and elastin. This means that salmon helps keep skin looking youthful.
Lemons are packed full of vitamins and skin benefits. Vitamin C helps preserve collagen production and sun damage. Vitamin A encourages skin cell production, keeping skin firm and healthy. Beta-carotene helps fight against free radical damage from pollutants and toxins found in our environment.
Ginger is amazing for the body, inside and out. Packed full of youth preserving antioxidants, ginger also helps protect against free radical damage and cancer! It also evens skin tone and improves elasticity.
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Fennel Salad
This light and fresh fennel salad is perfect for these hot summer temperatures. What’s even better are the incredible skin benefits of this dish.
Fennel has a wealth of vitamins and nutrients to keep skin young, clean, and strong. This herb is an anti-inflammatory which can help reduce inflammation from the inside out.
Honey has amazing benefits for the skin. This natural sweetener helps protect your skin from harmful free radicals with its antioxidants. It’s also an antibacterial, which can help battle breakouts.
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Vanilla Bean and Blueberry Chia Pudding
This clean eating, healthy chia pudding recipe is raw, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo-friendly and contains no refined sugar! Pretty amazing right. Who would have thought a dessert could be so healthy!
Chia seeds are excellent for skin health. They are high in antioxidants which help fight the signs of aging, and rich in omega fatty acids which help the skin retain moisture and stay plump and hydrated.
Blueberries are packed with antioxidants and Vitamins A, C and E! These little guys can help keep your skin looking youthful as well as brighten up both dull and sun damaged skin.
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Join the Parliament Project!
We’ve just opened up the Parliament Project to all our beauty birds! Come unplug with us and connect with other amazing individuals as we transform, recharge, and heal our minds and bodies.
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