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Lorna Jane Clarkson, Founder and CCO of Lorna Jane
Clarkson recommends elixirs because of their “high concentration of highly-potent ingredients in health-promoting combinations, which are designed to give you an instant boost of whatever your body needs on a particular day.” Greens, she says, are a particularly crucial ingredient for glowing and healthy skin because they’re chock-full of essential minerals and vitamins for a vibrant glow. “I also love coconut water because it’s loaded with probiotics, which helps keep your digestion running smoothly and your skin clear as a result. The carrots in this recipe contain beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant that helps to maintain a youthful appearance, and vitamin C, which helps the body to produce collagen. The combination of all of these ingredients makes this elixir powerful and revitalizing, helping to give your skin that healthy glow!”
Glowing Elixir (serves 2)
- 1/2 cup coarsely chopped spinach
- 2/3 cup filtered coconut water
- 1/2 Lebanese cucumber, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 small apple, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 small carrot, coarsely chopped
- 6 fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 small avocado
Blend in a high-speed blender until smooth. Pour into serving glasses or bottles.
