These soft sweet berries are rich in a substance called Ellagic acid which is not only an amazing rejuvenating antioxidant but has also been proven to protect the skin against UV damage and sun-ageing. Raspberries also contain the mineral Biotin which is essential for keeping hair and nails glossy.  It really is the perfect skin-beautifying summer berry.

These dusky purple candies are full of anthocyanins which are anti-ageing anti-oxidants found only in dark red, blue and purple foods. Anthocyanins also enhance the action of vitamin C in the body which is essential for collagen production. Blueberry skin also contains Resveratrol the same anti-ageing compound found in red grapes (and red wine).  Blueberries are also great for keeping your eyes sparkling and healthy too. Kiss goodbye to ‘red eye’ the morning after, with a bowl of blueberries for breakfast.

Strawberries are the Queen of berries; plump and juicy with good amounts of vitamin C and Iron to keep skin healthy, strong, nourished and supple. The flavonoids in strawberries are also good for clearing acne and breakouts due to their balancing action on oil production. If you suffer from uneven pigmentation or melasma, strawberries may be your best friend as research has shown them to be effective against hyper-pigmentation of the skin.