As the crisp autumn air settles in, your skin may start feeling drier and less radiant. But fear not! With the right nutrition and skincare rituals, you can maintain a healthy, hydrated glow all season long. We’ve gathered some delicious, skin-loving recipes packed with essential vitamins, antioxidants, and hydration-boosting ingredients to nourish your skin from within.
1. Radiance-Boosting Carrot & Ginger Soup
Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which your body converts to vitamin A—a powerhouse nutrient for healthy, glowing skin. Ginger adds anti-inflammatory properties, helping to calm redness and irritation.
Ingredients:
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5 large carrots, peeled and chopped
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
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3 cups vegetable broth
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1/2 cup coconut milk
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
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Add carrots and vegetable broth. Simmer until carrots are tender.
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Blend the soup until smooth. Stir in coconut milk, season to taste, and serve warm.
2. Hydrating Autumn Glow Smoothie
This smoothie is packed with skin-loving hydration and antioxidants from pumpkin, oranges, and kōaka seeds. It’s the perfect morning boost for a fresh, dewy complexion.
Ingredients:
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1/2 cup pumpkin purée
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1 small orange, peeled
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1/2 frozen banana
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1 tbsp kōaka seeds
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1/2 cup coconut water
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1/2 tsp cinnamon
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Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions:
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Blend all ingredients until smooth.
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Pour into a glass and enjoy!
3. Nourishing Avocado & Manuka Honey Face Mask
While diet plays a big role in skin health, topical treatments help too! This simple DIY face mask deeply hydrates and soothes your skin, leaving it soft and glowing.
Ingredients:
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1/2 ripe avocado
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1 tbsp Manuka honey
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1 tsp SkinTonic Face Oil
Instructions:
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Mash the avocado until smooth.
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Mix in Manuka honey and SkinTonic Face Oil.
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Apply to clean skin, leave for 15 minutes, then rinse with warm water.
4. Skin-Soothing Turmeric & Almond Latte
Turmeric is a powerful anti-inflammatory spice that helps brighten and even out skin tone. Pair it with almond milk for added vitamin E, essential for skin repair.
Ingredients:
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1 cup almond milk
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1/2 tsp turmeric
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1/4 tsp cinnamon
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1 tsp maple syrup
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
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Heat almond milk in a small saucepan.
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Whisk in turmeric, cinnamon, maple syrup, and vanilla.
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Pour into a mug and enjoy warm.
Glow from Within
Keeping your skin radiant during autumn isn’t just about topical care—it starts from within! These recipes provide the nutrients your skin craves to stay soft, hydrated, and luminous. Pair them with your favourite Hark & Zander skincare products, like our SkinTonic Face Oil, to enhance your glow naturally.
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