What if your next skincare upgrade was sitting on your plate? At Ziva Wellness, we believe skin health isn’t just about what you put on your face — it’s also about what you put in your body. In the heat of a Scottsdale summer, your skin needs more than hydration and SPF. It needs the right nutrients to thrive from within.
Here’s how to build a summer menu that fuels glowing, resilient, youthful skin — one bite at a time.
Why Summer Skin Needs Nutritional Support
Between sun exposure, sweat, and dehydration, your skin can become dull, inflamed, or tired during the hotter months. The good news? Your diet can:
- Reduce inflammation
- Replenish lost moisture
- Promote collagen production
- Improve skin tone and texture
By focusing on hydrating, antioxidant-rich foods, you can boost your summer skincare from the inside out.
Top Skin-Loving Summer Foods — Approved by Dr. Vini Singh
Cucumber
Hydrating and cooling with skin-soothing silicaWatermelon
High in water content and lycopene, which fights UV damageBerries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
Packed with antioxidants to combat free radical damageSpinach & Kale
Rich in Vitamin A and C — essential for collagen and cell turnoverAvocados
Full of healthy fats and Vitamin E for skin elasticity and hydrationWild-caught salmon or mackerel
Loaded with Omega-3s that reduce inflammation and maintain the skin barrierCitrus fruits (oranges, lemons, grapefruits)
Boost Vitamin C intake to brighten and protect skin
Hydration From the Inside Out
While drinking water is critical, eating water-rich foods amplifies hydration and supports your body’s ability to flush toxins and maintain moisture.
Top hydrating picks:
- Celery
- Zucchini
- Cantaloupe
- Pineapple
- Bell peppers
Pair these with a consistent topical routine (like Skinvive or HA-rich skincare) to lock in internal and external hydration.
Foods That Harm Your Summer Glow (To Minimize or Avoid)
Just as some foods nourish, others can stress your skin — especially in the heat.
- Sugary drinks and snacks → trigger inflammation and breakouts
- Alcohol → dehydrates and dilates blood vessels
- Fried foods → may increase oil production and oxidative stress
- Excess dairy → linked to acne in some skin types
The occasional indulgence is fine — just balance with nutrient-dense, water-rich meals.
Supplements to Support Summer Skin
In addition to diet, targeted supplements can give your skin an extra boost in the summer:
- Omega-3 fatty acids
- Vitamin C & E
- Collagen peptides
- Zinc + biotin combo
- Probiotics for gut-skin connection
Talk to Dr. Vini Singh about safe, skin-specific supplementation based on your age, lifestyle, and skin goals.
Nourish Your Skin All Summer Long — From the Inside Out
Skincare isn’t just about serums and treatments — it starts in your kitchen. At Ziva Wellness, we take a whole-body approach to beauty, combining nutrition, medical aesthetics, and internal wellness to help you age radiantly and confidently.
Book a pro-aging consultation today, and discover how your plate and your face can work together to keep your glow going strong all summer.
