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Get Your Glow On With These Skin-Friendly Smoothie Recipes

May 22, 2018

Great skin never tasted so good. Skincare products are amazing and all, but what if we told you could achieve glowing, hydrated skin from sipping on a delicious smoothie? Believe it or not, diet plays a huge role in the appearance of your skin - especially when it comes to acne, anti-aging, and hydration. Cleanse, treat and protect your skin with these refreshing smoothie recipes that are rich in antioxidants, healthy fats and low in sugar!  

Glow & Brighten Mango Kale Smoothie

Filled with leafy greens and antioxidants such as vitamin A and vitamin C, this blend of fresh fruit and veggies is the perfect way to give your skin a luminous complexion. Ingredients:
  • 1¼ cup chopped kale leaves (stems and rib removed)
  • 1¼ cup frozen cubed mango
  • 2 med ribs celery, chopped
  • 1 cup chilled fresh orange juice
  • ¼ cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh mint
SERVINGS: 2 DIRECTIONS: Combine all ingredients in blender. Puree until smooth.  

Age-Defying Lemon-Thyme Blueberry Smoothie

Packed with nutrients and antioxidants that help fight off wrinkle-producing free radicals, this sweet, zesty smoothie is your skin’s new best friend. Ingredients:
  • 1 banana
  • 1 cup frozen blueberries
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
  • 1/8 teaspoon fresh thyme, minced
  • 1 Tablespoon honey
  • 1 Tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk
SERVINGS: 2 DIRECTIONS: Combine all ingredients in blender. Puree until smooth.    

Holy Hydration Grapefruit Smoothie

Combining a range of moisture-rich foods such as cucumber, grapefruit and spinach this hydration-packed smoothie is the best way to quench your skin’s thirst.
  • 12 ounces Coconut Water, Or filtered water
  • 1 large Pink Grapefruit, Peeled
  • 1 Lime, Peeled
  • 1 cup Pineapple, Fresh or canned in juice
  • 1/2 English cucumber
  • 1 piece Fresh Ginger or 1/2 teaspoon dried ginger
  • 2 handfuls Spinach
  • 1 tablespoon Organic Agave Nectar
  • 1/2 Frozen Banana
  • 1 tablespoon Chia Seeds
  • 1 1/2 cups Ice Cubes
SERVINGS: 1 DIRECTIONS: Combine all ingredients in blender. Puree until smooth.  

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