The skin is the largest organ in the body and by using moisturisers, serums and sun creams we help nourish and protect it from the outside. Nourishing our bodies from the inside out can also make a big difference.

Simple Tips for Keeping that Glow:

Get your C

Vitamin C is vital for the formation of collagen, a protein that binds cells and tissues together, helping with the structure of your skin. Boost your intake of vitamin C-rich foods like grapefruit, oranges, kiwis, strawberries, red peppers and broccoli.

Rather than keeping citrus as an after-meal fruit or in-between snack, add to meat and veggie dishes. Make a super-C salad with sliced strawberries, kiwis, fresh rocket and blanched broccoli adding a splash of dressing made with olive oil and red-wine vinegar.

Drink Up

Staying well-hydrated helps to keep the moisture levels in your skin optimal, assists with preventing dryness and supports proper skin functioning. Most of your daily fluid intake should be water – if you’re not crazy about the taste of water try flavouring it fresh lime or orange slices or a bunch of fresh mint.

Having it slightly flavoured with these additions and nicely chilled makes a refreshing drink on hot summer’s days. Top this up with herbal teas and the odd glass of diluted fruit juice or cup of coffee or regular tea.

Fat Swop

Out with the harmful and in with the helpful. Replace the unhealthy saturated and Trans fats with healthier fats and get enough omega-3’s. These are called essential fats, because our bodies are not able to produce them. Studies have been shown that omega-3’s reduce inflammation in the body, which may cause damage in all areas of the body, including the skin.

Aim for at least two portions of fatty fish per week – they’re rich in the two longer chain omega-3 fatty acids, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which have the most scientific research to support claims for health benefits.