Clear Skin Smoothie

If you’ve ever stared at your skin wondering what happened overnight (again), you’re not alone. I’ve been there—with hormonal acne, dullness, and those mysterious splotches on my arms that even my dermatologist couldn’t explain. After years of testing every product under the sun, I finally realized the answer wasn’t in a bottle—it was in my blender.

This Clear Skin Smoothie became a daily ritual, and it changed everything.

Ingredients that Help Clear Skin

This isn’t just a green smoothie—it’s a skin glow smoothie powered by nutrient-dense, plant-based ingredients that help your skin detox, de-puff, and glow like you just walked out of a facial. It’s my go-to detox smoothie for clear skin because it’s hydrating, anti-inflammatory, full of antioxidants, easy to digest, naturally sweet and refreshing

Here’s what makes this smoothie for acne-prone or sensitive skin so powerful:

• Spinach: Loaded with vitamin A and C, both essential for cell turnover, collagen production, and skin repair.
• Coconut water: Nature’s electrolyte-rich hydrator. It flushes out toxins, reduces puffiness, and helps keep skin dewy.
• Pineapple: Contains bromelain, an enzyme that helps with digestion and reduces inflammation (two key factors in clearer skin).
• Avocado: Full of healthy fats and vitamin E to support skin barrier function and a radiant complexion.

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Can Smoothies for Clear Skin Actually Work?

Short answer? Not overnight. But when you make this smoothie for clear skin part of your daily routine—and pair it with proper hydration, sleep, and less processed food—your body will thank you. And so will your skin. I’ve personally noticed:

• My adult acne? Gone. It’s wild what a plant-based cleanse and daily smoothie for acne can do when skincare products can’t.
• My nails got stronger. I didn’t even realize how brittle they were until they stopped breaking. I’m sure the collagen I’ve been adding to the smoothie helps, too.
• I slept better. Less inflammation, better digestion, fewer cravings—it all added up to better sleep.
• I found new passions. I started growing herbs for my smoothies, cooking more at home, and building habits that supported my overall wellness—not just clear skin.

This skin smoothie isn’t a magic wand—but it’s a powerful tool in your skincare toolbox. Especially if you’ve been struggling with acne, inflammation, or dullness and want a nourishing, natural boost.

Just take a look at these two selfies I’ve taken (and the food I’m eating). Now, I rarely wear makeup (tinted sunscreen is my jam) and apply tretinoin nightly with plenty of moisturizer to tackle acne from the outside in AND the inside out.

How to Make a Clear Skin Smoothie

Daily smoothies are an easy habit because they take five minutes to put together. You can even cut down on that time if you choose to prep ahead smoothie packs! Since this smoothie has leafy greens, here’s how I use the two-blend method for a creamy result:

1. Blend spinach and coconut water until there are no leafy chunks. Stop and scrape down the sides as needed to get every last chunk.
2. Add remaining ingredients, including any boosters, and blend again until smooth. Depending on the type of blender you have, be patient! This may take a minute or two to really break down the ingredients.
3. Enjoy! I try to drink my smoothies within 15 minutes of blending, yet it’s totally okay to put them in the fridge to enjoy later.

If you are using frozen ingredients you should get a refreshingly cool smoothie. If not, feel free to stick a blended smoothie in the fridge to chill.

More Smoothie Recipes for Glowy Skin

Here are a few of my favorite smoothies for skin health:

• Creamy Blueberry Smoothie: Loaded with antioxidants to fight aging and inflammation.
• Honey Turmeric Smoothie: Tropical, spicy, and anti-inflammatory AF.
• Hydrating Alkaline Smoothie: Hydrating and cooling, perfect for summer skin.
• Glowing Green Smoothie: This recipe is inspired by one that Reese Witherspoon drinks— and her skin is insanely amazing!

When it comes to smoothies for clear skin, consistency is everything. Your skin is always working to detox, repair, and glow—it just needs the right fuel to do it. You don’t need an expensive skincare routine to get glowing (my dermatologist has always told me that).

Incorporating whole, hydrating foods that support your skin from the inside out is the key. If you’re ready to ditch the filters and glow for real, try this clear skin smoothie for a week. Take a before-and-after. Your skin might just surprise you.

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Clear Skin Smoothie

This Clear Skin Smoothie is light, tropical, and ultra-refreshing. Sweet pineapple and creamy avocado blend perfectly with hydrating coconut water and spinach you can’t even taste. It helps flush out toxins, reduce inflammation, and nourish your skin from the inside out—leaving you with a healthy, natural glow.

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Prep: 5 minutes mins

Total: 5 minutes mins

Author: Jen Hansard

Course: Smoothie

Cuisine: Plant-Based

Serves: 1 smoothie

Ingredients  

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• ▢ 1 ½ cups spinach fresh
• ▢ 1 cup coconut water unsweetened
• ▢ 1 cup pineapple frozen
• ▢ ¼ avocado

Instructions 

• Blend spinach and coconut water until smooth.
• Add remaining ingredients, and blend until smooth.

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Equipment

• high-speed blender

Notes

• Swap spinach for another leafy greens of your choice.
• Swap coconut water with regular water.
• Add collagen peptides or homemade protein powder for a protein boost.

Nutrition

Serving: 16oz, Calories: 219kcal, Carbohydrates: 36g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Sodium: 293mg, Potassium: 1275mg, Fiber: 9g, Sugar: 23g, Vitamin A: 4389IU, Vitamin C: 102mg, Calcium: 130mg, Iron: 3mg

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