• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • About
    • About Mindful Momma
    • Contact
    • Work with Me
    • My Book
    • Privacy Policy
  • Get Started
    • Start Here
    • Mindful Momma Mailing List
    • FREE Sustainable Swaps Guide
    • Resource Library (Subscribers only)
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle Info
    • Healthy Home
    • Zero Waste
    • Reusable Products
    • Sustainable Fashion
  • Food
    • Healthy Food
    • Recipes
    • Health Remedies
  • Products
    • Non-Toxic Product Guides
    • Non-Toxic Beauty
    • Non-Toxic Cleaning
    • Non-Toxic Kitchen
    • Non-Toxic Home
    • Non-Toxic Baby
    • Non-Toxic Mattresses
    • Brand Reviews
  • Do It Yourself
    • DIY Beauty
    • DIY Cleaning
    • Crafts
  • Shop
    • Marketplace
    • Non-Toxic Product Guides
    • Eco-Friendly Brands Guide
    • Green Cleaning Kickstart
    • Easy Home Detox Online Course
    • Mindful Momma Digital Products
  • FREE Resources

Mindful Momma

Simple Inspired Natural Living


5 Easy Ways to Boost Your Natural Beauty Routine

Tweet
Share
Pin105
5 easy ways boost your beauty naturally through healthy lifestyle choices including Natrol Biotin supplements. #ad #naturalbeauty #cleanbeauty #healthyskin #naturalliving #healthyliving #wellnessowned via @MindfulMomma

Improve your skin, hair & nails by adding these simple steps to your daily natural beauty routine. 


How to Boost Your Natural Beauty Routine


Thank you to Natrol for sponsoring this post.


How far are you willing to go for beauty? Injections? Chemicals? Surgical procedures?

This question comes up for many of us as we advance in age (ahem!) But if you’re here at Mindful Momma, I’m guessing that you’re not all that interested in those extreme measures. I bet you’d much rather learn how to be beautiful from the inside out. And then for some icing on the cake, I bet you’d like to add a few natural skin care products and cosmetics to your beauty routine.

Let’s leave the chemical peels and medical prescriptions to someone else. Come along with me and learn how to boost your beauty routine naturally, so you can look fantastic and feel amazing at the same time!

Pssst! There’s a must-enter giveaway at the end of this post!

How to Improve Your Natural Beauty Routine 

So what is a natural beauty routine anyway? I’m talking about the things we do to help our hair, nails and skin look healthy, beautiful and glowing at all times! Sure, some of it is hereditary, but you might be surprised at the impact that a healthy routine has on the condition of your skin, the thickness of your hair and the strength of your nails.

Here are 5 ways to boost your beauty routine naturally:

Eat Beauty-Boosting Foods

I could go on for days about the benefits of a good diet on your looks. As you may have guessed, a diet full of healthy real foods and low in sugar and processed foods is where the true beauty lies! On the other hand, a poor diet can lead to dull skin, dry hair and brittle nails that never seem to grow. For now, I’ll just highlight a few powerhouse foods known to boost your natural beauty from within:

  • Eggs – a great natural source of biotin, which helps strengthen hair & nails (read more about biotin below)
  • Berries – blueberries, strawberries and blackberries are all loaded with antioxidants including Vitamin C which helps build collagen and protect against skin-damaging free radicals
  • Cooked tomatoes – contain high levels of the phytonutrient lypocene, which has antioxidant benefits and helps protect skin from the sun
  • Salmon – contains anti-inflammatory Omega-3 fatty acids, which help avoid skin conditions like acne and eczema and also helps promote healthy skin and scalp
  • Almonds – another great source of biotin as well as magnesium and calcium for healthy hair and nails
  • Leafy greens – spinach, kale & chard are all sources of vitamins, minerals and Omega-3s that are needed for glowing skin and strong hair and nails
  • Sweet potatoes – and winter squash are rich sources of Vitamins A & C which combat free radicals and boosts production of collagen and elastin

Tip: Start your day with an antioxidant-filled smoothie made with berries, spinach and almond milk or one of my delicious sweet potato smoothies.

Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate

Hydration is crucial for healthy skin. Drinking a good daily supply of water will help keep your skin supple and smooth. On the other hand, dehydration leads to dry skin and wrinkles and we don’t want that! Your best bet is to drink water regularly throughout the day. If you’re looking for flavor, sipping on antioxidant-laden green tea, soothing herbal tea or unsweetented flavored mineral water will also do the trick (minimize the sugary drinks as sugar is not great for your skin). Don’t forget to hydrate the outside of your skin too by using a high-quality, natural moisturizer on your face and body.

Tip: A small squeeze of fresh lemon or lime makes water easier to drink.

Natrol Biotin supplement and cosmetics bag

 

Use Non-Toxic Skin Care & Cosmetics

This is a topic near and dear to my heart! With all of the excellent non-toxic skin care and makeup products available today – there is just no good reason to still be using conventional beauty brands. Traditional skin care and cosmetics products contain ingredients like parabens and other hormone disruptors – which affect you both inside and out. On top of that, petroleum-based ingredients like mineral oil clog pores and can interfere with the skin’s ability to eliminate toxins.

Read up on exactly how to identify safe, natural skin care brands and take a look at some of my popular posts featuring non-toxic nail polish, lead-free lipsticks, fabulous facial oils and many more non-toxic beauty products.

Tip: Use the Skin Deep Cosmetics Database to search for safer beauty products.

Sweat Often

One of the many benefits of exercise is that it increases blood flow around the body. This blood flow helps carry nutrients to the skin and also helps carry waste products, including free radicals, out of skin. In addition, our bodies detox through perspiration, so getting sweaty is doing double duty for our looks! Studies have shown a connection between exercise and younger looking skin – so get out there and work up a sweat – whether it’s through a cardio workout, a hot yoga class or a quick run. A steamy sauna is another great tool for sweating out toxins.

Tip: If you can’t make it to the gym, a quick round of jumping jacks or crunches is always possible to fit in. 

 

Natrol Biotin supplement with almonds, spinach and berries

Supplement with Biotin

When we talked about food a little earlier, I mentioned biotin. Biotin is a B vitamin (also known as vitamin H or Vitamin B7), that is an important nutrient for healthy hair, skin and nails. While you can get some biotin in food, a supplement is a way to get a consistent amount of biotin in your system. Natrol® Biotin supplements support healthy hair growth, radiant skin and stronger nails.† Additionally, Natrol® Biotin helps convert food into energy, boosting your metabolism – and what’s not to love about that?†

I’ve been taking Natrol® Biotin for about a month and the main difference I notice is in my nails – which are growing faster than usual and are less likely to break. I actually have an excuse to put on nail polish now! What I appreciate about Natrol® Biotin supplements is that they are a great-tasting strawberry flavored tablet that dissolves quickly and is 100% vegetarian. No need for water – I can just pop one anytime!

You can find Natrol supplements online, and at many local stores like Walgreens, Costco, Sprouts and other natural food stores.

Tip: Keep a bottle of Natrol® Biotin at your desk or by your bathroom sink so it will be easy to remember to take every day.

†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any diseases.

Giveaway {giveaway has ended}

Yuzen Box with natural beauty productsI’ve partnered with Natrol® to bring you a fabulous giveaway so you can be beautiful inside and out! One lucky Mindful Momma winner will receive a Yuzen box full of luxurious natural beauty products as well as a bottle of Natrol® Biotin! Each Yuzen box is different but here is an example of what you might receive – we’re talking masks, serums, eye creams – you get the idea!

Enter using the Rafflecopter form below. (Winner must be over 18 years and have a U.S. mailing address.) Giveaway goes through midnight central time, Friday, March 2nd, 2018.

Good luck!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

 

 

 

 

 

// ]]>

Sustainable Swaps Guide

Related

  • Why You Need to Switch to Safer Nail Polish + the Best BrandsWhy You Need to Switch to Safer Nail Polish + the Best Brands
  • How to Buy Non-Toxic Beauty and Personal Care ProductsHow to Buy Non-Toxic Beauty and Personal Care Products
  • How To Repair Sun Damage For Naturally Beautiful SkinHow To Repair Sun Damage For Naturally Beautiful Skin
  • Best Natural & Organic Moisturizers For Dry SkinBest Natural & Organic Moisturizers For Dry Skin
Tweet
Share
Pin105

Filed Under: Eco-Friendly Lifestyle, Education, Giveaways, Health, Health Remedies, Non Toxic Beauty, Non-Toxic Products, Supplements Tagged With: biotin, giveaway, health, Natrol, natural beauty, natural remedies, supplements

About Mindful Momma

Micaela Preston is natural living educator and safe and sustainable product activist. She has spoken at conferences and events, has lobbied for safer chemical laws, and has consulted with many brands and businesses. Her book, Practically Green: Your Guide to Eco Friendly Decision Making was published in 2009.

Reader Interactions

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




Comments

  1. nickie says

    February 20, 2018 at 9:37 pm

    Moisturize and drink lot’s of water

    Reply
  2. Kim says

    February 21, 2018 at 6:50 am

    I love how you mentioned sweat! I think everyone these days are trying to avoid sweating, like using antiperspirant deodorants. However, sweating is a natural and important body function to happen.

    Reply
  3. iamalighthouse says

    February 21, 2018 at 8:04 am

    I love using Badger cleansing oil to moisturize!

    Reply
  4. lynda Schultz says

    February 21, 2018 at 8:39 am

    High altitude living requires, plenty of sunscreen and moisturizing.

    Reply
  5. Michelle says

    February 21, 2018 at 10:09 am

    Such great advice! I totally forgot about sweating, another great reason to work out!

    Reply
  6. Kim Henrichs says

    February 21, 2018 at 11:50 am

    I really am loving a more natural sunscreen these days.

    Reply
  7. Alexia says

    February 21, 2018 at 1:41 pm

    A natural moisturizer & sunscreen.

    Reply
  8. Julia says

    February 21, 2018 at 2:00 pm

    I love Juice Beauty sunscreen. It has a tint and makes me feel protected and put together for the day!

    Reply
  9. Natacha says

    February 21, 2018 at 3:57 pm

    Fantastic tips, thanks!!

    Reply
  10. Ashley says

    February 21, 2018 at 8:35 pm

    Making sure my skin stays clean and hydrated

    Reply
  11. Karla R. says

    February 22, 2018 at 10:51 am

    Drinking plenty of water is important to keep my skin hydrated.

    Reply
  12. Ellen DeFrancesco says

    February 22, 2018 at 1:54 pm

    I’m very pale so I make sure I don’t burn in the sun. I look much younger and everyone comments on how great my skin looks.

    Reply
  13. francisca moyano says

    February 22, 2018 at 2:16 pm

    The most important part is cleansing, alway in the morning and before sleep!
    Regards!

    Reply
  14. linda spiker says

    February 23, 2018 at 9:48 am

    Entered! Hope I win 😉

    Reply
  15. courtney haas says

    February 24, 2018 at 12:07 pm

    Remembering to wash and moisturize my face daily!

    Reply
  16. Jennifer Hayden says

    February 24, 2018 at 4:15 pm

    Moisturizing is really important especially for cold Michigan winters.

    Reply
  17. Karrie says

    February 24, 2018 at 5:01 pm

    applying natural products s in my skin care

    Reply
  18. DeAnna Keller says

    February 24, 2018 at 11:57 pm

    I use SPF moisturizer

    Reply
  19. Paol Trenny says

    February 25, 2018 at 1:21 pm

    For me, it’s sunscreen and hydration.

    Reply
  20. Grace says

    February 25, 2018 at 2:20 pm

    I take a collagen supplement and try to eat healthy food. I also try to exercise 3-4x a week.

    Reply
  21. Kelley H says

    February 25, 2018 at 3:32 pm

    The most important part of my natural beauty routine is drinking a lot of water.

    Reply
  22. Patti says

    February 25, 2018 at 3:34 pm

    I already take Biotin and have noticed a great improvement in my nails! I’m hoping my hair will also improve with this supplement. I also take fish oil daily. I run 9 miles a week. Love it! Oh and I’m 60 years old!

    Reply
  23. SHANNA says

    February 25, 2018 at 3:58 pm

    Lots of suncreen and WATER!

    Reply
  24. Michelle Castagne says

    February 25, 2018 at 7:00 pm

    I drink lots of water and stay out of the sun.

    Reply
  25. jberry says

    February 25, 2018 at 7:14 pm

    I try to take my supplements daily.

    Reply
  26. susan byrne says

    February 25, 2018 at 10:03 pm

    Using cruelty free products as much as I can.

    Reply
  27. Erica Ardali says

    February 25, 2018 at 10:08 pm

    Drinking water. I have struggled with my skin all my life, but drinking water helps a lot

    Reply
  28. Adriana says

    February 25, 2018 at 11:47 pm

    Moisturizer with sunscreen and drinking water.

    Reply
  29. BriAnna Nicole says

    February 26, 2018 at 12:06 am

    making sure my skin stays clean and hydrated!

    Reply
  30. MelodyJ says

    February 26, 2018 at 2:56 am

    Skin care is the most important followered by hair care.

    Reply
  31. Pamela Burks says

    February 26, 2018 at 3:17 am

    I think the most important part of my beauty routine is making sure I’m staying super super hydrated

    Reply
  32. Carly Williams says

    February 26, 2018 at 8:26 am

    The most important part of my routine is moisturizing.

    Reply
  33. Katelyn Kongable says

    February 26, 2018 at 12:14 pm

    washing my face and taking off makeup when I wear it

    Reply
  34. Debbie Yoder says

    February 26, 2018 at 12:47 pm

    Using alot of natural moisturizers for my face and body and staying hydrated!

    Reply
  35. Julie Bickham says

    February 26, 2018 at 2:26 pm

    To get plenty of sleep and take my vitamins. I find you look and feel your best!

    Reply
  36. Shareena M says

    February 26, 2018 at 9:44 pm

    Drink LOTS of water. It is crucial

    Reply
  37. Lucy D says

    February 26, 2018 at 10:24 pm

    Mine is wearing natural deodorant! It took a couple of months ti find one with a formulation that worked well for me, but I’m hooked now!

    Reply
  38. Helga says

    February 26, 2018 at 10:40 pm

    I use face serums made with plant extracts every night.

    Reply
  39. cd says

    February 27, 2018 at 11:55 am

    my most important part would be cleaning my face. I have an awesome face brush that makes sure to get any makeup/oil/dirt of my face

    Reply
  40. Edye says

    February 27, 2018 at 7:57 pm

    Drinking a lot of water! 🙂

    Reply
  41. Amy Sheets says

    February 28, 2018 at 12:44 am

    The most important part of my routine is staying hydrated, using moisturizers, and getting enough sleep!

    Reply
  42. Jaclyn Reynolds says

    February 28, 2018 at 6:20 am

    Moisturizing my skin is most important!

    Reply
  43. Melissa Storms says

    February 28, 2018 at 12:48 pm

    The most important thing I do for my skin and my overall health is drink water. I drink water whether I am thirsty or not.

    Reply
  44. RAICHELLE says

    February 28, 2018 at 6:15 pm

    Constant moisture for my dry skin and deep breathing/ gratitude. R

    Reply
  45. Julie Waldron says

    March 1, 2018 at 9:31 am

    To wash my face morning and night and to use a moisturizer.

    Reply
  46. Julie Waldron says

    March 1, 2018 at 9:33 am

    Mine is to use natural products and remove my makeup every day.

    Reply
    • Julie Waldron says

      March 1, 2018 at 9:35 am

      Sorry I posted twice! I didn’t think the first response posted :/

      Reply
  47. Alisa Petrisch says

    March 1, 2018 at 11:42 am

    Drinking enough water is always my number one concern, when I don’t drink enough my body tells me right away. Staying hydrated just makes me feel more alive!

    Reply
  48. Lyndsey R. says

    March 1, 2018 at 11:49 am

    Besides my daily vitamins and minerals (i.e. colloidal silver) I think water is the most important regiment to my day for beauty. Thank you for this chance.

    Reply
  49. Stacey Roberson says

    March 1, 2018 at 8:53 pm

    Moisturizer! Without it, my face feels dry and uncomfortable all day.

    Reply
  50. Rachel Beltz says

    March 1, 2018 at 10:52 pm

    Water and moisturizer is a must for me!

    Reply
  51. Joseph Gersch says

    March 2, 2018 at 4:40 am

    i use rice water as a hair rinse

    Reply
  52. tiffany says

    March 2, 2018 at 12:08 pm

    drinking water and live healthy lifestyle is important.

    Reply
  53. Laurie Nykaza says

    March 2, 2018 at 10:19 pm

    SPF 50 moisturizer is what i like to use everyday

    Reply

Primary Sidebar

Hi there – I’m Micaela!

Micaela Preston I'm here to help you make lifestyle and product choices that are better for your health & the planet!
Read More…

Connect With Me

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
Sustainable Swaps Guide

Don’t Miss These Popular Posts:

Organic Food Online
Resources for safe, non-toxic art supplies so your kids can get messy and creative without worry over exposure to toxic chemicals.
Best Non-Toxic Cookware Brands

Footer

Work With Me

Click here for more information about working with me.

Categories

Archives

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

© 2023 · Mindful Momma · All Rights Reserved

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. You can opt-out if you wish.AcceptReject Read More
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
Non-necessary
Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
SAVE & ACCEPT