Feed your glow: Foods that give your skin the retinol & collagen it craves

             Written by: Mantasha

8 July 2025

Packed with beta-carotene (which your body converts to vitamin A), these root veggies are basically retinol in disguise. Think smoother skin, better texture, and protection from sun damage.

Carrots & Sweet Potatoes

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Tropical, tasty, and rich in vitamin A and enzymes that support skin renewal. Bonus: they’re hydrating and loaded with antioxidants.

Mangoes & Papayas

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Full of omega-3s and a secret weapon for collagen production, they reduce inflammation and help keep skin plump and smooth.

Fatty Fish

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Especially the yolks, a great source of retinol and essential amino acids that help build collagen.

Eggs

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Chlorophyll-rich and loaded with antioxidants, these greens support collagen synthesis and help repair skin damage.

Leafy Greens (Spinach, Moringa)

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Vitamin E + zinc + protein = a perfect skin combo. These are collagen-boosting, glow-giving power snacks.

Nuts & Seeds

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High in vitamin C, which is essential for collagen production and protecting existing collagen from breakdown.

 Berries

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