CitrusIn addition to preventing scurvy among sailors and speeding relief from common cold symptoms, citrus is also incredibly beneficial for skin. Vitamin C is also particularly good at fighting the signs of aging. we know you like the sounds of that.MangoesMangoes contain healthy amounts of the powerful antioxidant vitamins a,C and E. Load up on these delicious yellow-orange fruits for the full skin health and anti aging package.Green TeaTomaotoesTomatoes contain lycopene – a powerful antioxidant. It has been shown that lycopene can help protect the skin from UV damage. so if you’re out in the sun a lot or simply want to take extra steps to make sure you’re guarded against sun damage you should be loading up on tomatoes!Sweet PotatoSweet Potatoes contain high amounts of beta carotene, which the body converts to Vitamin a when ingested. Vitamin a can help repair damage done to skin cells and thus limit the signs of aging.

Our men’s skincare products can do miracles for your skin, but if you want to take your skin health one step farther it’s a great idea to start with nutrition. Check out these healthy foods that contain powerful skin nourishing ingredients:

Citrus

In addition to preventing scurvy among sailors and speeding relief from common cold symptoms, citrus is also incredibly beneficial for skin. Vitamin C is also particularly good at fighting the signs of aging. we know you like the sounds of that.

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Tomatoes

Tomatoes contain lycopene – a powerful antioxidant. It has been shown that lycopene can help protect the skin from UV damage. so if you’re out in the sun a lot or simply want to take extra steps to make sure you’re guarded against sun damage you should be loading up on tomatoes!

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Mangoes

Mangoes contain healthy amounts of the powerful antioxidant vitamins a,C and E. Load up on these delicious yellow-orange fruits for the full skin health and anti aging package.

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Salmon

Salmon contains high amounts of Omega 3 Oil, which is a natural anti-inflammatory agent. This essential fatty acid can help nourish skin and give it a nice healthy glow. It doesn’t hurt that

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Sweet Potato

Sweet Potatoes contain high amounts of beta carotene, which the body converts to Vitamin a when ingested. Vitamin a can help repair damage done to skin cells and thus limit the signs of aging. and the best thing about sweet potatoes is that they can be prepared in oh-so-many mouth watering ways.

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