20 powerful natural tips to glow up from the inside out
Skin not looking its best lately?
Before you reach for another serum, it might be time to look inward.
Literally.
Glowing skin starts from within, and the little things you do daily have a huge impact.
What you drink first thing in the morning, how well your digestion’s working, and whether your body’s actually absorbing the nutrients you’re giving it… all of it shows up on your skin.
As a certified organic skincare formulator and health coach, I’ve spent years helping people connect the dots between internal health and outer glow.
Below you’ll find 20 simple but powerful tips using ingredients you likely already have at home.
Each one supports your body’s natural processes (hydration, digestion, hormone balance, mineral intake), all of which play a role in how your skin looks and feels.
Pick one or two to start. Let your skin (and body) tell you what’s working.
Let’s get into it.
1. Chia seed gel (soaked overnight) for hydration and inflammation
One teaspoon soaked overnight becomes a jelly rich in omega-3s and mucilage. It helps calm inflammation, supports the gut lining, and improves skin moisture retention.
- Soak 1 tsp chia seeds in ½ cup water overnight
- Drink on an empty stomach in the morning
- Helps hydrate skin and soothe internal inflammation
2. Aloe vera juice (30ml daily) for skin clarity and digestion
Aloe helps reduce gut irritation and supports detoxification, which can reflect in clearer skin. Choose preservative-free if possible.
- Take 30ml aloe vera juice in the morning
- Best on an empty stomach
- Supports digestion, skin clarity and gut lining
3. Flaxseed tea (1 tsp simmered) for hormonal balance and glow
Rich in lignans and mucilage, flax tea gently supports oestrogen metabolism and skin softness.
- Simmer 1 tsp whole flaxseeds in 1 cup water for 10 mins
- Drink warm or cool
- Take regularly to support hormonal skin
4. Cucumber slices (with skin) for internal hydration and silica
Cucumbers hydrate from the inside and contain silica to support collagen production. Buy only organic.
- Eat raw cucumbers daily with the skin
- Rich in structured water and minerals
- Helps plump skin and support firmness
5. Fennel seed water (soaked overnight) for bloating and clear skin
Fennel has mild antimicrobial and cooling effects, easing digestion and puffiness.
- Soak 1 tsp fennel seeds in water overnight
- Strain and drink in the morning
- Helps reduce gas, puffiness and digestive heat
6. Ground psyllium husk (1 tsp in water) for gut cleansing and glow
Psyllium binds waste and supports smoother digestion, helping skin detox naturally.
- Mix 1 tsp psyllium in water and drink quickly
- Follow with another glass of water
- Use short-term to support regular elimination
7. Fresh mint tea for digestion and skin calm
Mint helps release gas and supports cooler digestion, easing redness or heat-based skin issues.
- Steep fresh mint leaves in hot water
- Drink after meals or when bloated
- Supports smoother digestion and skin balance
8. Soaked sunflower seeds (1 tbsp) for healthy fats and smooth skin
Rich in vitamin E and zinc, sunflower seeds are especially helpful for dry or flaking skin.
- Soak 1 tbsp overnight and eat the next day
- Add to porridge or smoothies
- Nourishes skin and supports elasticity
9. Lemon water (in warm water) for morning liver support
Lemon stimulates gentle bile flow and helps support the liver’s detox functions.
- Squeeze ½ lemon in warm water
- Drink first thing in the morning
- Supports digestion, detox and brighter skin
10. Carrot juice (small glass daily) for natural retinol and glow
Carrots are packed with beta-carotene, a vitamin A precursor, key for cell renewal.
- Juice 1–2 small carrots
- Drink on its own or with apple or ginger
- Promotes smooth, even-toned skin
11. Ground sesame seeds (sprinkled on food) for calcium and skin barrier
Calcium and zinc from sesame help restore the skin’s barrier and reduce sensitivity.
- Use 1–2 tsp ground sesame seeds daily
- Sprinkle on salads, porridge or toast
- Supports skin repair and reduces dryness
12. Soaked fenugreek seeds (1 tsp) for hormonal support and breakouts
Fenugreek is known for balancing blood sugar and hormones, which can help reduce flare-ups.
- Soak 1 tsp overnight and chew in the morning
- Can also blend into smoothies
- Useful during PMS-related breakouts
13. Warm water + pinch of sea salt for hydration and mineral balance
This simple drink replenishes electrolytes and supports gentle detox pathways.
- Mix a small pinch of sea salt into warm water
- Sip in the morning before eating
- Helps with puffiness, hydration and clarity
14. Beetroot (grated or juiced) for circulation and skin brightness
Beets help increase nitric oxide and oxygen delivery, adding vibrancy to dull skin.
- Juice a small beet or grate raw into meals
- Supports blood flow and liver health
- Brightens and energises skin tone
15. Nettle tea for minerals and inflammation
Nettle is rich in skin-loving minerals and has natural antihistamine properties.
- Steep dried nettle leaves for 5–10 minutes
- Drink daily or a few times a week
- Supports stronger skin and reduces irritation
16. Turmeric pinch in water (with black pepper) for redness and irritation
Curcumin in turmeric is anti-inflammatory, helping calm skin flares from within.
- Add a pinch of turmeric + black pepper to warm water
- Drink once a day, with or without food
- Helpful for acne, eczema or rosacea-prone skin
17. Fresh parsley (daily handful) for vitamin C and detox support
Parsley supports kidney filtration and gives a vitamin C boost for collagen.
- Eat raw or blend into green drinks
- Use daily in meals or smoothies
- Helps flush toxins and brighten complexion
18. Soaked almonds (3–5) for vitamin E and skin repair
Soaking improves digestibility, while almonds support regeneration and firmness.
- Soak overnight, peel if preferred
- Eat as a snack or add to breakfast
- Provides antioxidant protection and hydration
19. Coconut water (unsweetened) for hydration and electrolyte balance
It’s naturally rich in potassium and ideal after heat or mild dehydration.
- Choose pure, unsweetened coconut water
- Drink mid-morning or after sweating
- Helps keep skin soft and energy stable
20. Cinnamon water (pinch simmered) for blood sugar and breakouts
Balances glucose spikes, reducing excess oil and hormonal breakouts.
- Simmer a pinch of Ceylon cinnamon in 1 cup water
- Drink warm, once a day
- Helps with skin prone to oiliness or acne
Final thoughts
Glowing skin isn’t just about what you put on it, it’s about what’s happening underneath. And when you start supporting your body in small, consistent ways, the difference shows.
Whether it’s a teaspoon of chia gel in the morning or a calming herbal tea in the evening, these natural tips aren’t quick fixes, they’re gentle nudges that bring your body back into balance.
You don’t need to do all 20. Just begin with one that feels easy. Then let that small habit open the door to more. Your skin will thank you, and so will your whole system.
If you try any of these, I’d love to hear how they work for you.
