There are a lot of DIY masks that use food as their main ingredient. These are crushed into a paste, possibly mixed with other ingredients, applied directly on your face, then washed off.  All this is done to give you healthy, beautiful skin. 

 

But there is another, less complicated and more natural way certain types of food can give you the gorgeous skin you want. 

 

To get glowing, young-looking skin, all you have to do is to simply eat the right kind of food. 

Here is a list of food, which when consumed, can do wonders for your skin.

 

• FISH. We’re talking fatty fish like, salmon, mackerel and herring. They are rich in omega 3 fatty acids which keep skin firm, supple and moisturized. It reduces inflammation and makes your skin less sensitive. Since fatty fish is high in protein, it maintains the strength and integrity of your skin. And it has zinc which supports the regrowth of new skin cells.
  
  
• DARK CHOCOLATE. Eating dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa is great for your taste buds and your skin. It makes skin less rough and scaly, leaving it smoother, thicker and better hydrated. It also improves blood flow which allows more nutrients to reach the skin. And it minimizes the appearance of wrinkles as well.
  
  
• AVOCADO. Avocado is considered a super fruit because it’s packed with antioxidants and vitamins. It also contains good fatty acids which nourish your skin’s top layer while creating a protective barrier. Plus, it keeps skin moisturized and flexible. Avocado also contains Vitamin E which is essential in reducing damage caused by harmful UV rays.
  
  
• WALNUTS. These nuts provide a great dose of Omega-3 fats which strengthen the skin’s membranes and helps lock in moisture and nutrients that keep skin plump and glowing. It also keeps out the toxins which can damage skin cells. The fats in walnuts also attract moisture from the air to soothe dry skin. And its anti-inflammatory properties reduce inflammation which leads to breakouts. 
  
  
• SWEET POTATOES. This food is great against the sun’s harmful UV rays. It contains beta-carotene. It acts as a natural sunblock. When consumed it protects your skin from sun exposure thereby preventing sunburn,  cell death, and dry and wrinkled skin. Additionally, food with high amounts of beta carotene can add a warm, orangey tint to your skin, making it look healthier. 

 

If you are a picky eater, then you can always go the facial mask route. But make sure you choose a mask that is rich in Vitamin C, another super important ingredient when it comes to skin.  Your skin needs this to produce collagen which gives skin its firmness and elasticity, keeping it looking young and healthy.