Can what you eat really change your skin? The short answer is yes! There is a link between sugar and aging, and an excess of glucose in the bloodstream may cause a bevy of skin issues including wrinkles, drying of the skin, and inflammation.
A high sugar diet produces a chemical reaction in the skin, that makes its surface more stiff and inflexible. Published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows a marked increase in C-reactive protein (CRP) levels. CRP is one of the best measures of inflammation — and inflammation is bad news for acne-prone individuals. White foods and other simple carbohydrates are high Glycemic Index foods that increase blood sugar and may be the main culprit in acne too. This production causes a chemical reaction in the skin leading to premature aging making skin tougher and more wrinkled.
There is a solution …prevention. This is the top way to ensure beautiful looking skin for many years to come. Try a lifestyle high in antioxidant such as nuts, grains, vegetables and fruits like the Mediterranean diet. It is also important to use anti-aging products that maintain a healthy skin pH, have powerful concentrations of peptides and anti-inflammatory properties to prevent and can assist with skin-barrier repair.
When sugar is put on your skin instead of in your belly, it can be an incredible beauty aid. Enjoy this easy DIY home-made sugar face scrub to gently clean and remove dead skin.
Mix 1 tablespoon olive oil (or almond oil) with sugar and a few drops of Lifeline Skincare Refresh Polishing Gelée
Spread evenly and gently over damp face and neck with a circular motion. Rinse with warm water and towel dry. This will prep your skin for Lifeline Skincare products to absorb easier without disturbing the skin’s natural moisture balance.