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What I Eat (and Avoid) to Keep My Skin Clear for Modeling

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As a model, keeping my skin clear and glowing is EVERYTHING. Over the years, I’ve learned what foods really help my skin shine and which ones just cause breakouts or dullness. 🩵 Here’s my honest go-to grocery list of skin-friendly eats and the ones...
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Skin-Loving Superfoods I Eat Daily

 
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Full of omega-3s, salmon calms redness and helps my skin stay supple and hydrated
Best Baked Salmon
 
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I eat avocado almost every day because it’s rich in healthy fats that boost my skin’s moisture barrier.
12 health benefits of avocado
 
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Loaded with vitamins and iron, spinach helps keep my skin bright and clear from the inside out
Spinach 101: Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits
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A perfect snack that’s high in omega-3 fatty acids, great for calming acne-prone skin.
10 Health Benefits of Walnuts
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These little guys are packed with antioxidants that fight inflammation and keep my skin glowing
Blueberries in Fresh Fruits(5)
 
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I cut out regular milk years ago and it instantly reduced my chin acne. Almond milk is my go-to in smoothies, matcha, everything
Almond Milk in Plant Based Milk(193)
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I drink at least 1–2 cups daily. It helps with hormonal balance, keeps my skin calm, and gives me a soft glow from the inside
Organic Spearmint Tea

Skin-Loving Things I Drink

 
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I mix this in my smoothies or coffee It helps with skin elasticity and I notice my nails grow faster too.
Collagen in Vitamins and Supplements(604)
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I take 1 tbsp in water every morning. It helps with gut health, which = clear skin. You have to get the inner leaf kind though no latex!
Nature's Way, Aloe Vera Leaf Juice, Unflavored, 33.8 fl oz (1 L)
 
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I add a few drops to water post-workout. It helps with detoxing and just makes me feel ✨clean✨ inside.
Chlorophyll Water Drops

Little Food Habits That Changed My Skin

 
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When I eat fast, I bloat, and then my face gets puffy too. Slowing down helps my digestion and my skin
How to eat slower and actually enjoy your meals
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I sleep better and my skin looks calmer in the morning when I stop eating early. Late-night snacks used to give me puffiness + breakouts
10 Clever Ways to Stop Eating Late at Night
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I've tried several probiotics, and this by far is my favorite! The results are amazing, I've had several friends convert to this and they love it too!
Seed • Is DS-01 Right For You?
 
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My skin loves fats. I add avocado, olive oil, chia seeds, or flax to every meal — it keeps me glowing and keeps my hormones happy.
10 tips for incorporating healthy fats into your diet

What I Avoid for the Sake of My Skin

 
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It causes breakouts every single time I reintroduce it. I’ve fully cut out milk and only eat cheese on rare occasions
Dairy
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Even one sugar binge and I break out around my jawline. I still eat sweet things, but I stick to dates, dark chocolate, or fruit
Refined Sugar
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This is not some anti ad against McDonald's but fast food in general It makes my skin super dull and clogs my pores like crazy. I try to prep easy, quick meals at home instead (with olive oil or air-frying).
McDonald's
 
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So many of them look healthy but destroy my skin. I look for ones with clean ingredients and no whey.
Protein Bars
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The bloat and sugar spike just isn’t worth it. I switched to matcha and sparkling water and haven’t looked back.
Monster Energy | Energy Drinks, Coffee, Tea and Juice

extra tips

 
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I didn’t believe the hype until I tried it. My breakouts around my cheeks and jaw got way better and my skin feels calmer in the morning.
Silk Pillowcase
 
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For when I need something quick and discreet. These flatten zits overnight and I’ve even worn them under makeup. Obsessed.
Acne Healing Dots