As the weather cools and dryness sets in, your skin may start craving extra hydration. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), fall corresponds to the Lung and Large Intestine meridians, both of which influence your skin’s health and moisture balance.
This smoothie combines pears (a classic TCM food for nourishing Lung yin) with mangoes (rich in beta-carotene and vitamin C) to deliver hydration and radiance from the inside out. It’s creamy, cooling, and the perfect beauty booster for the season.
Why It Works: The Skin-Loving Benefits
Each ingredient was chosen with purpose — blending flavor and function to keep your complexion glowing and balanced.
- Pears: Hydrate the body and lungs, soothe dryness, and calm internal heat that can cause redness or breakouts.
- Mangoes: High in beta-carotene and vitamin C, mangoes support collagen production and help even out skin tone.
- Spinach: A touch of green adds chlorophyll, which helps detoxify and oxygenate the blood for a clearer complexion.
- Coconut Water: Replenishes electrolytes and boosts hydration naturally — like a drinkable moisturizer!
- Lemon & Ginger: Brighten your skin, support digestion, and promote gentle detoxification.
Fun Tip: This smoothie is especially beneficial after an acupuncture or facial acupuncture session — when your circulation is activated and your skin is ready to absorb nutrients.
Ingredients
- 1 ripe pear, cored and chopped
- ½ ripe mango (fresh or frozen)
- 1 small handful of spinach
- ½ inch fresh ginger, peeled
- ½ banana (optional, for creaminess)
- ½ cup coconut water (or more as needed)
- 1 tsp chia seeds (for extra hydration and fiber)
- Squeeze of lemon juice
- Ice cubes, as desired
Instructions:
- Add all ingredients to a blender.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust — add more lemon for brightness or more coconut water for a lighter texture.
- Pour into a glass, sprinkle extra chia seeds on top, and enjoy immediately!
Pro Tip: Freeze chopped mango and pear in advance for a thicker, smoothie-bowl version. Top with granola, goji berries, or pumpkin seeds for added crunch and skin nourishment!
Healthy Add-Ons for Extra Glow
- Collagen powder – for elasticity and firmness
- Aloe vera juice – for hydration and gut health
- Flax or hemp seeds – for omega-3s and smoother skin texture
- Matcha powder – for antioxidants and a natural energy lift
Quick Hack: If you’re short on time, make a large batch and freeze it in silicone molds. Pop one cube into your morning smoothie for a nutrient boost all week long!
The Inner Glow Connection
Your skin thrives when your digestion, hydration, and circulation are in harmony. The Pear & Mango Glow Smoothie nourishes all three, helping you feel energized, refreshed, and radiant — naturally.
Sip mindfully, breathe deeply, and let your glow flow from within.
