Super Skin Milk | recipe for soft, smooth skin

3 x ~285ml serves | 5 minutes wo-to-go (+12hrs soaking of nuts) This is an easy †˜skin drink’ to make that’s scrumptious, satiating + skin-moisturising. I first saw a variation of this recipe demonstrated on the cold pressed juicer and new with a few tweaks it would make a fabulous †˜milk’ to moisturise skin inside out. Nut milks provide a delicious base and if you have the right machine they are quick and easy to make. Why not pre-make a few little jars in one batch and sip each day as part of your morning beauty regime. Sadly the consumption of fat in our everyday diet has taken a massive battering over the last 2 decades. Fat is essential for our bodies to function optimally, so enjoy the healthy monounsaturated and essential fatty acids in this drink. It contains approximately 7% fat ..the same as greek yoghurt, 3% sugar & protein...so what are you waiting for ? BEAUTY BOOSTING Moisturising your skin from the inside out is essential to keep it soft and smooth. Lipids such as the those found in almonds coat cell membrane to keep cells smooth, plump and hydrated.

Beauty benefits of Super Skin Milk ingredients

ALMONDS: Amino acids, essential fatty acids, vitamin E and powerful antioxidants keep skin moisturised and younger looking. By soaking almonds you activate the enzyme inhibitors and improve digestibility.

PEAR: Good source vitamin C + high fibre to maintain digestive health for the removal of toxins and increased uptake of nutrients from foods.

GINGER: Full of anti-inflammatory fighting substances to aid digestion for better nutrient uptake

LEMON: Rich in vitamin C, essential for making collagen for firmer skin. Body Alkalising and cleansing.

WATER: Hydration to keep cells plump and skin smooth.

YOU’LL NEED… 90 (110g) Almonds (equivalent of 18 / 100ml water) 1-2 Pears (unripe is better as they don't discolour) 1 Ginger slice – small – 1cm x 2cm x 3mm 2 Lemon slices with skin 500ml filtered water HOW TO…

1) Cold Pressed Machine (eg Kuvings Silent Juicer)

1. Soak almonds overnight to soften & activate
2. Drain and discard water
3. Process almonds thru juices with water, keeping 100ml.
4. Follow with pears and lemon and ginger.
5. Flush thru remaining water.
6. Mix, taste (adjust if necessary) and serve.

Note: You may like to chill before drinking or serve with ice.

2) Vitamix

1. Soak almonds overnight to soften and activate
2. Drain and discard water
3. Process almonds with water to make almond milk.
4. Strain milk through nut bag or fine sieve.
5. Give jug a quick rinse and put milk back in.
6. Add pears, lemon and ginger.
7. Mix on high for 40 seconds til all ingredients finely blended.
8. Mix and serve.

Note: You may like to chill before drinking or serve with ice.

3) Ladyship

1. Ideally - soak almonds overnight to soften & activate
2. Drain and discard water
3. Add sieve (#1) to jug.
4. Add water, almonds, pears, lemon and ginger.
5. Mix for 30 seconds til all ingredients finely blended.
6. Whilst blending, open tap and mix continuously til empty.

INGREDIENT VARIATIONS - Fresh turmeric is fabulous for an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory boost - Add an egg for protein for a natural face lift – amino acids are the building blocks of skin + cell repair and maintenance. - Add a dollop of yoghurt for probiotics to keep you digestive tract in order to help remove toxins and for better absorption of nutrients. If you don't like dairy try some of the fabulous natural coconut yoghurts that are around now. (be aware they are 20% fat…ie 4 times more than regular so keep in mind to rebalance your food intake if you swap to it) - Instead of water use coconut water for electrolytes and immunity. - Cinnamon or vanilla can be added for extra aromatics. - Use any other nut – cashews, macadamia’s or brazil (particularly good source of silica to strengthen nails and hair) TIPS + TRICKS - Pre-make a few little jars in one batch and sip everyday as part of your morning beauty regime. - Depending on what beauty benefits you require, swap or add ingredients to suit your personal needs. EG add some pumpkin seeds for zinc if you are have pimples. Zinc helps to heal skin. If you like to read nutritional panels, I calculated this one for you to see the macro nutrients.