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Chia seeds, you’ve probably eaten them and maybe you’ve even grown your own Chia Pet back in the day. Well, did you know chia seeds are actually a key ingredient for great redhead skin? They are extremely high in fiber, calcium, omega-3, and omega-6 fatty acids as well as antioxidants.*
Benefits of chia seeds
Chia seeds may be tiny, but they are loaded with a lot of great benefits. Some of those benefits include:
- Hydration
- Strengthen Skin Barrier
- Reduce Inflammation and Itching
- Combat UV Damage
- High in Antioxidants
- High in Fiber and Quality Protein
Some of these benefits, like fiber and protein you can make the most of by eating chia seeds. They are wonderful in smoothies and cereal, but you can also use chia seeds as part of your skincare routine.
Chia seeds and skincare
Check the ingredients of some of your favorite skincare products. Chances are some of them have chia seeds or chia seed oil in them. This is because of all the great benefits they have for your skin like hydration and reducing inflammation. If you want great skin, try incorporating chia seeds not only in your diet but in your skincare as well.
‘Redhead-Friendly’ skincare with chia seeds
1. The Ordinary 100% Organic Virgin Chia Seed Oil
2. Cocokind Organic Chia Face Oil
3. Elemis Superfood AHA Glow Cleansing Butter
4. Boscia Chia Seed Moisture Cream
Rock it like a Redhead!
