EMPOWERING YOU TO LOOK & FEEL YOUR BEST S E P T E M B E R 2 0 1 9 B A L A N C E . M E D I A UTY BEA salad days SUPERCHARGED SKINCARE Harness the power of nutrient-rich ingredients to improve your complexion WORDS Rebecca Gillam T hough there are mixed views on the matchas and moringas of this world, there's a beauty bandwagon championing their many plant-based benefits. The high levels of antioxidants present in the Insta-kitchen staples work with the skin's natural rejuvenation process to keep it looking nourished and glowing. Take avocados, for example. Once just a cultural symbol of millennial frivolity, now they're doubling up as a hydrating hero; smushed into a sustainable facial oil, largely courtesy of 'common sense skincare' brands like Montamonta, which is manufactured in east London. From blueberries to broccoli, find your favourite salad bowl upgrades inside our hero picks... Skin Food £7.95 for 30ml weleda.co.uk Catastrophe Cosmetic £9 for 75g uk.lush.com Superfood Firming Face Serum £28 for 30ml madebycoopers.com Midnight Facial Treatment Oil £21 for 25ml montamonta.com Natural Green Clay Face Mask £24 for 60g bysarahlondon.com Intensive Night Créme £76 for 50g beeyuskincare.co.uk 57http://weleda.co.uk http://uk.lush.com http://www.madebycoopers.com http://www.bysarahlondon.com http://beeyuskincare.co.uk http://www.montamonta.com