These 8 Foods Are As Close As You'll Get To Botox On A Plate

Dermatologists and nutritionists suggest there’s a more natural way to boost your glow.

The quest to find the proverbial fountain of youth can be an expensive journey. Retinol serums, collagen-infused face masks, red light facials, cosmetic treatments — anything that slows or reverses outward signs of aging — will not come cheap. But before you spend more money on skin care, it’s worth considering your diet.

“Poor diet choices lead to a range of skin issues like acne, dry skin and premature aging skin,” said dermatologist Dr. Anna Chacon. She added that the inverse is true, too; a diet consisting of nutrient-rich foods can slow outward signs of aging. Registered dietitian Amy Baertschi added to this, saying, “Overall, a diet high in antioxidants, healthy fats and hydration are the best diet advice for healthy aging, as well as limiting alcohol, getting adequate sleep and staying active.”

Eating your way to better skin is certainly more enjoyable than undergoing a painful cosmetic procedure. These are eight foods dermatologists and registered dietitians told us that have the biggest impact on your skin.

1. Watermelon

According to Baertschi, one of the best dietary habits you can adopt for your skin is to stay hydrated, drink lots of water and eat foods with a high water content. “The wrinkles and age spots that are the natural signs of aging, sun exposure and genetics cannot be altered by hydration,” she said. “But the more hydrated you are, the more plump the skin may be, and that means that fine lines may be less visible,” she explained, adding that studies have shown that more hydrated people have lower signs of chronic disease and tend to age slower.