Sit back and get some popcorn as this is going to be a long thread
Just kidding, to continue further reading, I order you to stock up on carrots
1. Beta-Carotene
If you've been lurking in here, you should already know that beta carotene/carrots can help you get a golden glow. That should indeed be your first step to skinmaxing. Here's an interesting study:
The carotenoid beta-carotene enhances facial color, attractiveness and perceived health:
academic.oup.com
Conclusions:
They used 30,000 IU in the study which is equivalent to approximately 4 carrots.
Besides giving you improvement in skin appearance, it will also give your skin protection from UV damage:
A very good beta-carotene transformation I've seen is from this redditor:
2. 2020 study shows that achieving a colorful, healthy skin tone is much more complex than just getting in your beta-carotene
In order to get the best results you need to incorporate all kinds of carotenoids:
(Carotenoids are a group of 600 antioxidants, a few of the most common carotenoids include: alpha carotene, beta carotene, beta cryptoxanthin, lutein, zeaxanthin, lycopene).
Another important step is improving your lifestyle (fitness and health).
Skin Color Cues to Human Health - Carotenoids, Aerobic Fitness, and Body Fat:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7078114/
Summary:
Lifestyle factors and ways to improve them:
• A. Nutrition:
• B. Physical Exercise:
• C. Bodyfat:
@Amnesia
- intermittent fasting
- high satiety foods
- decrease refined carbs, increase fiber/healthy fats/protein
- eat only until you feel 70-80% full
• D. Sleep:
- reduce caffeine intake
- use a blue light blocker on phone/pc like f.lux in the evening
- sleep in complete darkness
- supplement with melatonin, magnesium, valerian
• E. Stress:
- laugh - listen to music
- play with your pet
- supplement with ashwagandha, green tea, valerian
3. How to increase lycopene amount from tomatoes
Cooking Tomatoes Boosts Disease-Fighting Power
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/foods/tomatoes#plant-compounds
So - choose redder tomatoes, cook them and eat them together with a source of fat, that way a single tomato will increase it's amount of lycopene to way more than 10 mg.
4. Rosy Complexion
Rosy Complexion Is Sign of Health: A new study finds that we perceive people with rosier complexions as being healthier, and therefore more attractive.
https://www.livescience.com/5380-rosy-complexion-sign-health.html
What you can do to improve circulation in the face and get a rosy complexion:
- Improve hormonal profile
- Exercise - People who work out more have been shown to have higher blood oxygen levels, which makes their blood redder. A 2003 review noted that exercise improves the body's ability to take in and use oxygen, it also supports the health of the circulatory system and improves circulation.
- Skin massages - https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=face+massage
- Cleanse and moisturize your skin and massage it for a few minutes while you do so.
- Exfoliate
- Niacin - high doses of it causes your capillaries to expand, which increases the flow of blood to the skin’s surface, however the symptoms set in 15-30 mins after taking it and taper off 1-2 hours later.
- Green tea(or black) - Green tea has been shown to promote cardiovascular health. Healthy blood vessels help improve circulation and blood flow. @GreenTea
- Red wine - Helps expand blood vessels thus aid in circulation.
5. Antioxidants
Getting in antioxidants in your diet is extremely important as they can protect your skin from UV damage, preserve skin by preventing collagen loss, fight inflammation and help with acne.
- Carotenoids
- Pycnogenol - https://www.healthline.com/health/pycnogenol#for-skin
- Berries - https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/blueberry-benefits-for-skin
- Green tea - https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-green-tea-for-skin
- Olive oil - https://www.healthline.com/health/olive-oil-benefits-face
- Herbs - the ones I like to add to my foods when cooking: cinnamon, basil, oregano, rosemary, black pepper, paprika, savory, ginger
- Astaxanthin - strongest antioxidant among the carotenoids - it can provide protection against UV radiation, improve skin elasticity and help the skin retent moisture, reduce wrinkle formation. However there isn't any scientific evidence that it can give red skin undertone. Also keep in mind that it is a DHT inhibitor, so take it at your own risk, alternatively you can use a topical astaxanthin serum or cream.
- Ginseng - https://www.bodyandsoul.com.au/beau...-/news-story/675ec74b4b19495a492c8b52594e32f7
- Amla - https://www.medlife.com/blog/10-health-benefits-gooseberry-skin-hair/
6. Collagen & elasticity
The first step to improving collagen should be following the advice from the above-stated points, in addition to that: cut off processed sugar, alcohol, cigarettes, drugs and reduce caffeine intake (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4206198/)
Topical Medications:
highly recommended:
- Retin-a/Retinol
- Moisturizer (Look for one that has glycerin, hyalouronic acid in it)
- Sunscreen
- Peptides (Matrixyl, GHK-Cu)
optimal:
- Vitamin C Serum
- Chemical Peels
- Microneedling
- Red Light Therapy
- IPL/CO2/Fraxel Lasers
7. Sun exposure/tanning
Ultraviolet radiation, which speeds the natural aging process, is the primary cause of early wrinkling. Exposure to UV light breaks down your skin's connective tissue — collagen and elastin fibers, which lie in the deeper layer of skin (dermis).
Without the supportive connective tissue, your skin loses strength and flexibility. Skin then begins to sag and wrinkle prematurely.
For that reason, I'd recommend wearing a sunscreen all the time you're outdoors during the day (for additional sunblock you can wear a hat - especially if you're on retin-a).
To maintain healthy blood levels of vitamin D, exposure yourself for 15 mins a day.
If you really badly want to tan, then look into:
- Melanotan 2
- Self tanners
For further info: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Photoaging
Honorable threads on a similar topic:
@PenileFacialSurgery https://looksmax.org/threads/skin-coloring-maxing-how-to-get-ideal-golden-caramel-glow.87887/
@eduardkoopman https://looksmax.org/threads/skin-color-improvement-eat-shitload-of-vegetables-and-fruits.49227/
@Chintuck22 https://looksmax.org/threads/golden-skin-color.222641/
@the next o'pry https://looksmax.org/threads/coloring-and-contrast-theory-part-1.78972/
@PrettyBoyMaxxing https://looksmax.org/threads/coloring-and-contrast-theory-part-2.79240/
Mentions from my previous skinmax thread: @JustBeCurry @alexjones @maximusmaxxed @thehealingfields @Matheus @16tyo @PYT @Don't Forget to mew @Justbeconfidentsrs
Just kidding, to continue further reading, I order you to stock up on carrots
1. Beta-Carotene
If you've been lurking in here, you should already know that beta carotene/carrots can help you get a golden glow. That should indeed be your first step to skinmaxing. Here's an interesting study:
The carotenoid beta-carotene enhances facial color, attractiveness and perceived health:
The carotenoid beta-carotene enhances facial color, attractiveness and perceived health, but not actual health, in humans
Lay Summary. Carotenoid-based skin color influences attractiveness in human males, but may not signal health. Carotenoid-based coloration is argued to signal he
academic.oup.com
They used 30,000 IU in the study which is equivalent to approximately 4 carrots.
Besides giving you improvement in skin appearance, it will also give your skin protection from UV damage:
β-Carotene and other carotenoids in protection from sunlight - PubMed
Protection against skin damage from sunlight by nutritional means has been examined. Likewise, there has been work on the topical application of phytochemicals to the skin. This review focuses on the nutritional aspect of phytochemicals in humans-ie, the provision of carotenoid micronutrients by...
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
A very good beta-carotene transformation I've seen is from this redditor:
2. 2020 study shows that achieving a colorful, healthy skin tone is much more complex than just getting in your beta-carotene
In order to get the best results you need to incorporate all kinds of carotenoids:
(Carotenoids are a group of 600 antioxidants, a few of the most common carotenoids include: alpha carotene, beta carotene, beta cryptoxanthin, lutein, zeaxanthin, lycopene).
Another important step is improving your lifestyle (fitness and health).
Skin Color Cues to Human Health - Carotenoids, Aerobic Fitness, and Body Fat:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7078114/
Summary:
Lifestyle factors and ways to improve them:
• A. Nutrition:
• B. Physical Exercise:
- for maximum results I recommend combining both aerobic and anaerobic exercise
• C. Bodyfat:
- caloric restriction
- high satiety foods
- decrease refined carbs, increase fiber/healthy fats/protein
- eat only until you feel 70-80% full
• D. Sleep:
- keep a sleeping routine
- reduce caffeine intake
- use a blue light blocker on phone/pc like f.lux in the evening
- sleep in complete darkness
- supplement with melatonin, magnesium, valerian
• E. Stress:
- do mindfulness meditation and yoga
- laugh - listen to music
- play with your pet
- supplement with ashwagandha, green tea, valerian
3. How to increase lycopene amount from tomatoes
Cooking Tomatoes Boosts Disease-Fighting Power
Cooking Tomatoes Boosts Disease-Fighting Power
Cooking tomatoes -- such as in spaghetti sauce -- makes the fruit heart-healthier and boosts its cancer-fighting ability. All this, despite a loss of vitamin C during the cooking process, say Cornell food scientists. The reason: cooking substantially raises the levels of beneficial compounds...
www.sciencedaily.com
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/foods/tomatoes#plant-compounds
So - choose redder tomatoes, cook them and eat them together with a source of fat, that way a single tomato will increase it's amount of lycopene to way more than 10 mg.
4. Rosy Complexion
Rosy Complexion Is Sign of Health: A new study finds that we perceive people with rosier complexions as being healthier, and therefore more attractive.
https://www.livescience.com/5380-rosy-complexion-sign-health.html
What you can do to improve circulation in the face and get a rosy complexion:
- Improve hormonal profile
- Exercise - People who work out more have been shown to have higher blood oxygen levels, which makes their blood redder. A 2003 review noted that exercise improves the body's ability to take in and use oxygen, it also supports the health of the circulatory system and improves circulation.
- Skin massages - https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=face+massage
- Cleanse and moisturize your skin and massage it for a few minutes while you do so.
- Exfoliate
- Niacin - high doses of it causes your capillaries to expand, which increases the flow of blood to the skin’s surface, however the symptoms set in 15-30 mins after taking it and taper off 1-2 hours later.
- Green tea(or black) - Green tea has been shown to promote cardiovascular health. Healthy blood vessels help improve circulation and blood flow. @GreenTea
- Red wine - Helps expand blood vessels thus aid in circulation.
5. Antioxidants
Getting in antioxidants in your diet is extremely important as they can protect your skin from UV damage, preserve skin by preventing collagen loss, fight inflammation and help with acne.
- Carotenoids
- Pycnogenol - https://www.healthline.com/health/pycnogenol#for-skin
- Berries - https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/blueberry-benefits-for-skin
- Green tea - https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-green-tea-for-skin
- Olive oil - https://www.healthline.com/health/olive-oil-benefits-face
- Herbs - the ones I like to add to my foods when cooking: cinnamon, basil, oregano, rosemary, black pepper, paprika, savory, ginger
- Astaxanthin - strongest antioxidant among the carotenoids - it can provide protection against UV radiation, improve skin elasticity and help the skin retent moisture, reduce wrinkle formation. However there isn't any scientific evidence that it can give red skin undertone. Also keep in mind that it is a DHT inhibitor, so take it at your own risk, alternatively you can use a topical astaxanthin serum or cream.
- Ginseng - https://www.bodyandsoul.com.au/beau...-/news-story/675ec74b4b19495a492c8b52594e32f7
- Amla - https://www.medlife.com/blog/10-health-benefits-gooseberry-skin-hair/
6. Collagen & elasticity
The first step to improving collagen should be following the advice from the above-stated points, in addition to that: cut off processed sugar, alcohol, cigarettes, drugs and reduce caffeine intake (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4206198/)
Topical Medications:
highly recommended:
- Retin-a/Retinol
- Moisturizer (Look for one that has glycerin, hyalouronic acid in it)
- Sunscreen
- Peptides (Matrixyl, GHK-Cu)
optimal:
- Vitamin C Serum
- Chemical Peels
- Microneedling
- Red Light Therapy
- IPL/CO2/Fraxel Lasers
7. Sun exposure/tanning
Ultraviolet radiation, which speeds the natural aging process, is the primary cause of early wrinkling. Exposure to UV light breaks down your skin's connective tissue — collagen and elastin fibers, which lie in the deeper layer of skin (dermis).
Without the supportive connective tissue, your skin loses strength and flexibility. Skin then begins to sag and wrinkle prematurely.
For that reason, I'd recommend wearing a sunscreen all the time you're outdoors during the day (for additional sunblock you can wear a hat - especially if you're on retin-a).
To maintain healthy blood levels of vitamin D, exposure yourself for 15 mins a day.
If you really badly want to tan, then look into:
- Melanotan 2
- Self tanners
For further info: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Photoaging
Honorable threads on a similar topic:
@PenileFacialSurgery https://looksmax.org/threads/skin-coloring-maxing-how-to-get-ideal-golden-caramel-glow.87887/
@eduardkoopman https://looksmax.org/threads/skin-color-improvement-eat-shitload-of-vegetables-and-fruits.49227/
@Chintuck22 https://looksmax.org/threads/golden-skin-color.222641/
@the next o'pry https://looksmax.org/threads/coloring-and-contrast-theory-part-1.78972/
@PrettyBoyMaxxing https://looksmax.org/threads/coloring-and-contrast-theory-part-2.79240/
Mentions from my previous skinmax thread: @JustBeCurry @alexjones @maximusmaxxed @thehealingfields @Matheus @16tyo @PYT @Don't Forget to mew @Justbeconfidentsrs