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OCT. 29 - NOV. 4, 2014 UCW 19 WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM If you're craving something new for your beauty regimen, you don't have to look far. Many of the same fresh, nutrient-rich foods you love also enhance the body care products lining your natural retailer's shelves. The fun part: Companies are using creative ingredients that go past tried-and-true strawberries, tea and oats (though we still love those, too). Today's food-based beauty more closely mirrors what's hot in the natural and organic food world, touting superfoods in hair and skin formulas for the same rea- sons they're lauded as grocery standouts: unique antioxidant and nutrient content (or a shout-out from Dr. Oz). Indulge in these up-and-coming beauty trends. Beautiful fats and protein Do you give your morning smoothie and oatmeal a hemp seed or chia seed boost? You'll be happy to know that these seeds' omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids soothe eczema when you include them in your diet; they also nourish and protect skin when applied topically by cre- ating a moisture barrier, which regulates your skin's oil production, and helping regenerate the skin cells neces- sary for a healthy, glowing complexion. Likewise, plant-based protein from sources like quinoa and amaranth strength- en hair and repair damage, thanks to their amino acids and vitamins and miner- als —working from the inside out and outside in. Probiotics for your face Whether in baby food, snack food or dog food, fresh is more appealing than ever; after all, it's the ultimate antidote to decades of overly processed products and mys- tery ingredients. The same holds true for a new wave of fresh — yes, that means perishable — beauty products. Though you're used to heading to your bathroom rather than your kitchen when it's time to apply skin care, items that actually require refrigeration can indicate minimal processing and a high level of purity, which help preserve the skin- nourishing nutrients. One example: Probiotics, living organisms typically found in yogurt and kombu- cha, now appear in beauty products such as skin-renewing facial washes and masks. Recent studies show that when applied to skin, prebiotics and probiotics can balance good and bad bacteria to fight breakouts and other irrita- tion; many also offer antiaging benefits. Gluten free and more For the 3 million Americans with celiac disease (and the many more with severe nonceliac gluten sensitivity), gluten free isn't a choice — it's a medical necessity that impacts purchasing decisions beyond food. Is gluten-free beauty legit? Though gluten protein mol- ecules are too large to be absorbed topically, some people react to wheat on their skin, particularly when it comes to items that can easily get inside the body, such as tooth- paste, mouthwash, and lip balm, says Channon Quinn, director of industry programs at Gluten Intolerance Group of North America. That's why the Gluten-Free Certification Organization is seeing an uptick in personal care compa- nies pursuing its "Certified Gluten-Free" seal, signifying that, as with food, the product contains 10 ppm gluten or less. "Customers make the demand, and the manufacturers, not wanting to lose customers, make the changes and get certified," says Quinn. You'll find similar certifications and attention paid to body care formulas for vegan, vegetarian, and even paleo enthusiasts. The latest trend: Non-GMO Verified body care products. "We're seeing more and more of our beauty brands make a point of calling out their non-GMO status on their packaging. This makes it so much easier for [com- mitted non-GMO shoppers] to find what they're looking for," says Tiana Ukleja, health and beauty category manager for Pharmaca. Reprinted with permission from Delicious Living. Foody Beauty BY BRENDA HARRIS BRENDA HARRIS, Owner, Apple Crate Natural Market, Contributing Writer. http://www.applecratenc.com COM- MENTS? Editor@upandcomingweekly.com. 910.484.6200. Chia seeds soothe eczema when you include them in your diet. One-Stop Voting Sites Your Vote is Your Voice Election Day is November 4 Cliffdale Recreation Center 6404 Cliffdale Road North Regional Library 855 McArthur Road Hope Mills Recreation Center 5766 Rockfish Road East Regional Library 4809 Clinton Road Smith Recreation Center 1520 Slater Avenue E.E. Miller Recreation Center 1347 Rim Road October 29, 30, 31 12 p.m. - 7 p.m. November 1 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Board of Elections Office 227 Fountainhead Lane October 29, 30 & 31 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. November 1 9 a.m - 1 p.m. Polls open 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Use our Polling Place Finder at co.cumberland.nc.us