How What You Eat Affects Your Skin in Hawaii

Introduction: Can Local Foods Help or Hurt Your Skin?

When you think about skin care, you might picture lotions or sunscreen. But what about what you eat?

In Hawaii, we are lucky to have fresh fruit, seafood, and lots of sunshine. But some foods can help your skin, and others can make it worse.

Let’s look at how your diet can affect your face, especially in our sunny island climate.

Why Food Matters for Your Skin

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Your skin is your body’s largest organ. What you eat gives your skin the tools it needs to stay strong, smooth, and healthy.

Some foods help with:

• Healing breakouts

• Calming redness

• Keeping your skin from drying out

But some foods may cause:

• Pimples or breakouts

• Dull or tired-looking skin

• More oil or rough patches

Good Skin Foods You Can Find in Hawaii

Here are some foods that support clear, glowing skin:

Food	Why It Helps
Salmon or ahi	Rich in omega-3s, lowers redness and dryness
Papaya	Full of Vitamin C for bright skin
Avocados	Healthy fats to keep your skin soft
Poi	Good for your gut, which helps your skin
Green tea	Fights damage from the sun

Tip: Drink plenty of water, too. It helps your skin stay hydrated, especially in warm weather.

Foods That Might Trigger Skin Problems

Everyone is different, but some foods can cause breakouts or skin irritation in some people:

• Sugary snacks and drinks (soda, cookies, candy)

• Greasy fast food

• Too much dairy, like milk or cheese

• High salt snacks (like chips or ramen)

These don’t affect everyone, but if you notice your skin flares up after certain meals, keep a note. Sometimes, even small changes can help your skin feel better.

How to Tell If Your Skin Issues Are Food Related

Ask yourself these questions:

• Do I get breakouts after eating certain things?

• Does my skin feel better when I eat more fruits and vegetables?

• Have I been drinking enough water?

If your skin is not getting better, it may be time to talk to a dermatologist.

Sometimes it is your diet, and sometimes it is your products or the weather.

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What If I Have Food Allergies or Sensitivities?

Some people have skin reactions from allergies or food sensitivities. These can show up as:

• Itchy rashes

• Bumps or hives

• Swollen lips or eyes

We can help figure out if this is happening. Our team works with patients to check skin reactions and offer advice or referrals.

Conclusion: What You Eat Shows Up on Your Skin

🌺 Here’s what to remember:

• Some foods help your skin heal and glow

• Others may cause breakouts or dryness

• Pay attention to how your body feels after eating

• Eating better is one more way to care for your skin

• When in doubt, we can help you figure out the cause

🌿 Not Sure What’s Causing Your Skin Problems?

Let’s take a look together.

We can check your skin and talk about your routine, food, and products.

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