A healthy, glowing complexion can be your best accessory. But if you're like me, the alphabet soup confusion of retinol-As and alpha-hydroxys in the supermarket aisle make you wonder what it is exactly you need to get that healthy glow. Some creams and lotions can improve common skin problems, but according to this article, taking care of your skin from the inside can prevent a lot of those issues in the first place.

Many of the lotions and cleansers out there today contain vitamins C and E, so it stands to reason that eating foods rich in those same nutrients will help your skin, right? Right! These vitamins protect cells from damage and appear to work in combination when placed together. Other suggestions include getting plenty of beta carotene from mangoes, sweet potatoes, and carrots and selenium from tuna, crab, and wheat germ. Omega-3s, as always, are important addition to any diet.

It's important to point out that the author does not recommend taking supplements to improve your skin. Some of them in high doses can be dangerous. Instead, seek out nutrient rich foods to eat instead. If you do take a supplement, she recommends a daily vitamin or omega-3s. She also includes a recipe for a luscious sounding smoothie that I just might have to try for breakfast. Beautiful skin, here I come!