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JUICES FOR GLOWING SKIN
THAT TRULY WORK!
Written by Kadambari Srivastava
Aug 05, 2021

There is a famous idiom, ‘You are what

you eat.’ It is right to a great extent. In
today’s hectic lifestyle where food is
almost a salvation for a terrible day, it
is a little difficult to hold on to a
thought like this. You may think, “I am
having a bad day already, let me
treat myself to a piece of cake.” While
this thought is alright on certain
occasions, it is hazardous when it
becomes a habit. Food with too much
oil or calories can have a lot of bad
effects on the mind and body,
inducing stress and lethargy. On the
other hand, fresh and healthy food
cleanses you from within. It may not
be an instant respite, but it goes a long
way. That’s what we mean when we
say juice for glowing skin is a thing.

Cleansing your body with juices and

eating the right fruits and vegetables is
the best thing you can do for your skin.
Of course, you need to keep your
medications and allergies in
consideration, if you have any. Let us
give you some great options for juices
that will help you get glowing skin.

Which juices are good for glowing

skin

1. Beetroot juice

2. Tomato juice

3. Carrot juice

4. Orange juice

5. Spinach juice

6. Lemon juice

7. Amla juice

8. Aloe vera juice

9. Cucumber juice

10. Mosambi juice

11. Pomegranate juice

12. Apple juice

Which juices are good for

glowing skin

Juice therapy is the best therapy. We

don’t mean that you give up on other
food. But, if you want glowing skin, you
need to follow a good diet with less oil
and more nutrients. This is the best way to
ensure you have clear skin with zero
breakouts and a glow that persists. Let’s
take a look at all these juices and what
they can do for your skin.

1. Beetroot juice

Beetroot juice is a great option as it

purifies the blood and flushes out the
toxins. It is rich in folic acid, magnesium,
iron, potassium, zinc and copper. It is also
effective in reducing inflammation and
has vitamins A, C and K.

Do you want the juice to give you that

gorgeous flush of a glow? The best time to
consume it is in between meals. Have a
glass every day.

2. Tomato juice

Well, we all know that tomato is an

excellent pack and mask ingredient and
works miraculously on its own as well. But
not just as a topical application
ingredient, tomato is amazing when
ingested as a juice as well.

Regular consumption of this juice is sure to

give you glowing skin. Having acidity that
is leading to breakouts? Add some honey
to the juice and it will work like a charm.
Have it with your breakfast or early in the
morning.

3. Carrot juice

Yep, carrot is not only an amazing

ingredient that improves our vision, but is
also great for the skin when ingested as
a juice. If you have acne-prone skin and
are sick of pimples and pigmentation,
tomato juice is your best bet.

It even reverses premature ageing effects.

It has multiple antioxidants that work
against free radical damage. The best
time to have it is early in the morning.

4. Orange juice

Now, this one is a tasty option and a rich

source of vitamin C. If you are suffering
from dry and flaky skin, this juice is your fix.
Orange juice contains citric acid which
helps in the formation of collagen and
elastin, both of which contribute towards
keeping the skin tight and youthful. It helps
clear the skin, gets rid of acne and also
balances the sebum levels.

5. Spinach juice

We know, it sounds bad. No one likes to

eat anything green. But, you know what
they say, that eating and drinking greens
is actually awesome for your skin, health
and hair. The same goes for spinach juice.
While this may not be as good to taste as
the other juices listed here, it is an
awesome juice for clearing up the skin.

It is rich in vitamins A, C and E, along with

manganese. It helps flush the free radicals
out, making the skin squeaky clean. In
case you feel that pure spinach juice is
not the thing for you, look up an
interesting recipe online!

6. Lemon juice

Here’s another one that is rich in vitamin C

and is basically an excellent source of
citric acid. Lemon juice is extremely
hydrating in nature and is actually known
to provide the drinker with glowing skin,
when consumed daily. It purifies blood
and flushes out all the toxins and free
radical elements. The best way to
consume is early in the morning, either on
its own or with a little honey mixed in.

7. Amla juice

Amla is a very nutritious fruit

fruit. Also
known as Indian gooseberry, it is a rich
source of vitamin C and aids collagen
production, thus preventing signs of
ageing and clearing the skin. It also evens
out the skin by keeping the pimples and
pigmentation away. Have one glass every
day before your meals or early in the
morning.

8. Aloe vera juice

Aloe vera is a great ingredient to be

applied on the face and hair directly or as
a part of a mask recipe. It is also amazing
as a juice. It is rich in auxin and
gibberellins, which are skin-healing
hormones. Have one glass of aloe vera
juice every day early in the morning.

9. Cucumber juice

This is the best choice if you want a light

juice that is hydrating in nature. This gives
your skin a translucent and healthy glow,
at the same time clearing it of all
imperfections. It also flushes out all the
free radicals and toxins out of your body
and helps your natural complexion look
radiant.

You can have up to three glasses of

cucumber juice in a day. Have one
glass the first thing in the morning.

10. Mosambi juice

Just like lemon and orange juices,

mosambi juice is another juice high in
citric acid that should be at the top of
your list if you want something that ticks all
the boxes. This one is anti-ageing in
nature, at the same time, helps clear up
your skin and get rid of all the unwanted
spots and blemishes.

It also has antifungal properties that

protect the skin from free radical
damage. You can have two glasses of it
every day. Have one glass early in the
morning.

11. Pomegranate juice

Pomegranate is a great source of

vitamins C and K. These two magic
ingredients are instrumental in regulating
and slowing down the ageing process
and also impart a renewed glow to the
skin.

Pomegranate juice also helps in hydrating

the skin due to the omega-3 fatty acids
that it contains. Consume it early in the
morning.

12. Apple juice

Suffering from premature ageing and dull

skin? Let apple juice come to your
rescue. It increases the elasticity of the
skin, making it soft and supple. It is full of
antioxidants that repair any kind of tissue
damage and firm up the skin.

Have at least two glasses per day. Chug

one up early in the morning on an empty
stomach.

Written by Kadambari
Srivastava on Aug 05, 2021
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CHEMICAL EXFOLIATION -
WHAT IS IT AND WHAT ARE
ITS BENEFITS?
Reviewed by Dr. Sravya C
Tipirneni
Dermatologist & Cosmetologist | MBBS,
MD, D.V.L., AMPH (ISB)

Written by Sumona Bose

Jul 30, 2021

Chemical exfoliation has gained a lot

of popularity in the skincare
community. Effective ingredients
paired with visible results has made
use of chemical exfoliants a routine
practice. But given that it is being
talked about so much these days, the
key details and specifics can be lost in
translation in favour of trendy
ingredients and celeb-approved
recommendations. This is why we got
our in-hour skin expert Dr. Sravya C
Tipirneni to lay out the basics - what it
means and how to undertake it safely.

Dr. Tipirneni revealed, "Chemical

exfoliation basically deals with the skin
cells - our skin cells have a natural
cycle all over the body and typically
regenerate every month
approximately. But, our environmental
factors like lifestyle, stress, exercise, sun
exposure, and ageing can slow the
process down. That's why we have
exfoliation as a remedy for this. It’s a
simple and quick way of removing the
dead skin cells and this can really help
in improving your complexion, glow,
brightening the face and fading other
scars and blemishes or sunspots that
may be there on your face".

Benefits of chemical exfoliation

How does chemical exfoliation work

How are chemical exfoliation

different from physical exfoliation

Physical exfoliation for different skin

types

How to start with chemical

exfoliation

Expert recommended advice on

over- or under-use of chemical
exfoliation

FAQs about chemical exfoliation

Benefits of chemical
exfoliation

As seen above, the regular practice of

chemical exfoliation can help slough off
dead skin cells and in turn, afford your skin
many benefits. This is primarily due to the
use of lots of different kinds of acids. To
name a few, there is azelaic acid,
carbolic acid, citric acid, galactose,
glycolic acid, lactic acid,
gluconolactone, lactobionic, malic acid,
mandelic acid, retinoid acid, salicylic acid
and tartaric acid.

Proper and guided use of these acids to

chemically exfoliate your skin can help
refine your skin, revealing fresh skin
underneath. It can also aid in better
absorption of the other products in your
skincare routine.

How does chemical exfoliation

work

Chemical exfoliants are acids that get rid

of the dead skin cells and improve or
increase the cell turnover cycle in order
for the skin cells to shed. They come in
different concentrations - the weaker
acids can usually be bought over-the-
counter, while the stronger ones or the
higher strength ones are usually done in
the dermatologist’s clinic in the form of a
chemical peel
peel. They work by breaking
the bonds that hold the skin cells together.

As these bonds are broken by the

chemical, the top layers of the skin
eventually shed in different cycles and
they reveal the naturally regenerated,
rejuvenated and brighter skin underneath.
With regular use and the correct
concentration of acid, the skin will feel
smooth, look even toned, the pores look
visibly reduced, and unclogged. It will also
help in fading the signs of ageing, tan
removal and treating acne.

How are chemical exfoliation

different from physical
exfoliation

While acids chemically remove the outer

layers of the skin, the physical ones do so
manually. Physical exfoliants such as a
scrub, certain dermatological brushes, or
procedures like dermabrasion can suit
some people. However, most skin types
show some kind of aversion to physical
exfoliation as they can be abrasive and
harsh on your skin. Also, physical methods
do not have the same penetration or
depth as the chemical exfoliant and may
or may not be effective alone.

Now that you have some basic

knowledge about what chemical
exfoliation is and what its benefits are,
here are some expert tips on picking the
right exfoliants for your skin type
type…

Physical exfoliation for

different skin types

Chemical exfoliants can be used in the

form of potent serums or foams and
cleansers infused with the exfoliants.

Choosing the right chemical exfoliation

method depends on the skin type -

Dry skin -

Excessively dry skin can use AHAs as they

work only on the skin surface and help
seal in the moisture as well. Lactic acid
and glycolic acid are good for this.

Sensitive skin -

If you have very dry or sensitive skin

skin,
BHAs can soothe and calm the skin
making them ideal for sensitive or redness-
prone skin. PHAs are also a good option
for sensitive skin and can be beneficial for
skin issues like eczema and rosacea.

Oily, acne-prone skin -

If you have oily and acne-prone skin

skin,
salicylic acid particularly is great for
clearing out the pores that lead to
breakouts. To counter the dryness caused
by salicylic acid, combine it with a lactic
acid AHA to improve the skin’s moisture
factor.

Combination skin -

You can go for a serum containing

salicylic acid for its exfoliating and anti-
inflammatory effect. You can also use
something in combination with
lactobionic acid.

Ageing skin -

You can use AHAs like glycolic, citric and

lactic acid because this help diminishes
the signs of ageing by targeting fine lines
and deeper wrinkles. They can also
improve the texture of your skin by dealing
with its roughness and they leave the skin
glowing because of the anti-ageing
antioxidants in them.

How to start with chemical

exfoliation

It is important to start with chemical

exfoliation slowly. Consult your
dermatologist about the right kind of
exfoliant to suit your skin, do a patch test
48 hours before trying a new product and
make sure to only use it once a week.

Watch how your skin reacts to the

exfoliant and depending on the level of
interaction and visible differences, you
can increase the frequency, keep it the
same or even try a new kind of chemical
exfoliant. Make sure to always protect
your skin with sunscreen as chemical
exfoliation can make your skin sensitive to
the sun. Also, make sure to use only one
kind of chemical exfoliant in a single
routine and if you do wish to try
combinations, take an expert's advice on
the same.

Expert recommended advice

on over- or under-use of
chemical exfoliation

Dr. Tipirneni revealed, "We should also

learn what will happen if we over-exfoliate
or under-exfoliate. Thankfully, it is very
easy to recognise when you're not
exfoliating enough because your skin
texture will appear rough, your
complexion will still be dull and you will
obviously get a feeling that your skincare
products are not working because you
have a whole buildup of dead skin.

Over-exfoliation is most commonly done

by over-aggressive patients. This results in
irritation, inflammation, dryness, redness,
breakouts, excessive peeling of the skin
etc., and you will need treatment from a
dermatologist for this.

The bottom line is - understand your skin,

you can easily get a glow even with low
concentrations and just make sure that
your skin is happy. Don't jump into
chemical exfoliation, increase the
frequency and the strength gradually and
slowly until you achieve your desired
result.

FAQs about chemical

exfoliation

Q. Which kind of chemical

exfoliation can get rid of sun- !
tanned skin?

A. If you have signs of sun damage

combined with age, you can use a
glycolic and lactic acid combination.
Together, they resurface the uneven
texture, as well as reduce the surface
hyperpigmentation, patchiness and
tanning - while also supporting the natural
moisture balance of the skin.

Q. How to get rid of

hyperpigmentation with
chemical exfoliation?

A. If you have very pigmented, scarred,

spotty, or patchy skin, you can use a BHA
like salicylic acid first to increase the cell
turnover. Then combine it with strong
AHAs, like glycolic acid 5%, help with the
pigmentation and hydrate the skin.

Q. How long does chemical

exfoliation take to work?

A. If you have chosen the right exfoliant

for your skin type
type, chemical exfoliation
can show results from the very first use.
You can see visible changes in your skin
from 3 weeks onwards, however, regular
use is necessary to maintain the results for
the long run.

You Can Also Read:

AHA vs BHA: What is The Difference

and How to Use Them?

Everything You Need to Know About

Glycolic Acid Peels

Written by Sumona Bose on Jul

30, 2021

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