Article: Why We Love the "Eat Your Skincare" Trend
Why We Love the "Eat Your Skincare" Trend
Have you heard? FAT IS IN!
The beauty industry is finally catching up to something we’ve always believed: what you put in your body is just as important as what you put on your skin! The “Eat Your Skincare” trend is all about eating nutrient-dense, skin-loving foods to support skin health from within. Consuming high quality fats + probiotics is a staple of this trend, which we love!
The Skin-Gut Connection
Your gut, often called your "second brain", plays a vital role in regulating inflammation, absorbing nutrients, and strengthening your skin barrier. When your gut microbiome is out of balance, your skin will most likely reflect it too.
Our Take: The Best Foods to Eat for Your Best Skin & Why
Fat: The Foundation of Healthy Skin
For years, fats were demonized, but science and history tell a different story. Traditional wisdom reflects what science is catching up on: grass-fed fatty cuts of meat, wild-caught fish, tallow, pasture-raised eggs, and raw dairy help to create and support a thriving gut biome, which in return, gives you the best skin possible! Raw dairy products like raw butter, raw cheese, raw kefir, and raw milk contain beneficial enzymes, probiotics, and fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, and K2) that nourish the skin from within. Pastured meats and eggs are packed with bioavailable protein, omega-3s, and collagen-building nutrients. Wild-caught fish provides omega-3 fatty acids to combat inflammation.
Liver and organ meats are nature’s multivitamins, loaded with retinol (the active form of Vitamin A), which is crucial for skin regeneration and acne prevention. Fermented fish oils are an incredible traditional source of skin-loving omega-3s, unlike most conventional fish oils, which are highly processed and oxidized before they even reach store shelves.
Eating these fats supports the gut, stabilizes hormones, and keeps the skin barrier strong and resilient. Unlike inflammatory seed oils (which are not a part of a healthy diet), high-quality animal fats reduce toxic load in the body, lowering inflammation and oxidative stress that contribute to skin issues.
Probiotics: Fortify Your Gut for Clear Skin
Historically, every culture consumed fermented foods at nearly every meal. This was not just for flavor but because they are incredible for digestion, gut health, and immune function.
Traditional probiotic-rich foods include: Raw dairy (raw kefir, raw cheese, raw butter, raw yogurt) which are rich in beneficial bacteria and enzymes (and easily digestible fats!) that support digestion. Fermented vegetables like kimchi, sauerkraut, and fermented garlic or onion honey provide probiotics and prebiotics that heal the gut and reduce inflammation. Kombucha is a far better alternative to soda, offering probiotics and organic acids that aid digestion.
Many people struggle to digest grains due to anti-nutrients and lectins, but properly fermented ancient grains (& legumes!) reduce these irritants, making nutrients more bioavailable when cooked. Pro tip: sprout your grains too for added digestion benefits!
Apple cider vinegar naturally supports digestion, which aids in nutrient absorption. Many of these fermented foods are surprisingly easy to make at home with just a few ingredients and some patience. Homemade sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha, Apple Cider Vinegar, and fermented garlic honey require minimal effort but offer huge benefits for gut and skin!
Tips: Things to Incorporate & Avoid
Bone broth is one of the most skin-nourishing foods you can consume. Packed with collagen, gelatin, amino acids, and minerals, it supports gut health, reduces inflammation, and strengthens the skin’s elasticity. It’s an ancient remedy for digestion, joint health, and radiant skin that modern research fully supports.
Processed white sugar is one of the biggest culprits behind glycation, a process that damages collagen and accelerates aging. Instead, stick to raw local honey and organic maple syrup, which offer natural enzymes, trace minerals, and a lower glycemic impact compared to refined sugar. While we’re talking sweeteners, artificial sweeteners (aspartame, sorbitol, and even some monk fruit products) can disrupt the microbiome and digestion.
One of the biggest misconceptions in the wellness world is that you can supplement your way to great health. But nutrients from whole foods are far superior to synthetic supplements. Supplements should only complement a nutrient-dense diet—not replace it. Focus on real, traditional foods first, then use supplements for extra support when needed.
Conventional dairy (pasteurized, homogenized milk and cheese) is often harder to digest for many people and can contribute to gut irritation and skin flare-ups. We are huge raw dairy advocates and have experienced the gut-skin benefits of it. Start cooking with better fats: our top favorite choice is pasture-raised tallow! Also, consuming cold-pressed pure olive oil is so good for the skin as well!
Final Thoughts: Enjoy Nutrient Rich Foods Without Worry!
Enjoy your food and embrace fat without fear. Traditional, nutrient-dense foods are the foundation of a healthy gut, balanced hormones, and radiant skin, based on our opinion, experience, and research. Eating high-quality fats, fermented foods, and highly available nutrients supports long-term and stable skin health from the inside out. Sometimes, the solutions to our skin issues are much simpler than we think or are led to believe by the conventional skincare industry.
Instead of relying on temporary fixes, dermatology appointments, and toxic conventional products, consider supporting your skin from within. The reality is that we cannot separate our skin health from our gut health. Does it take work to change habits around food and even shift our taste preferences? It can, but it’s doable. Who doesn’t love a fatty, salty, delicious, buttery steak or the heavenly goodness of raw honey and raw cream in your morning cup? When you nourish your body with real food, your skin reflects your efforts. So go ahead, SAVOR that grass-fed steak, raw butter, homemade sauerkraut, and a refreshing glass of kombucha—your skin will thank you!
"Instead of cycling through temporary fixes, expensive dermatology appointments, and toxic conventional products, try consistently supporting your skin from within."
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With Care,
Brier C.
This information is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any dietary or lifestyle changes, especially if you have underlying health conditions or are pregnant or nursing.