Beauty Pros Say 'Tomato Skincare' Is a Bandwagon You Should Definitely Jump On
- 1/11
Beauty Pros Say 'Tomato Skincare' Is a Bandwagon You Should Definitely Jump On
Whether you're snacking on cherry tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes, or beefsteak tomatoes, tomato season is one of the best times of the year. It turns out that beyond being delicious, eating a tomato-heavy diet has skincare benefits, too. Tomatoes are full of vitamins and antioxidants, and are "low-calorie, but nutrient-dense which means they are packed with tons of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients," says Stefani Sassos, MS, RDN, Registered Dietitian for the Good Housekeeping Institute. "The vibrant red hue of tomatoes comes from a powerful antioxidant known as lycopene. They are also loaded with vitamin C, fiber, potassium, and even folate."
What are the skincare benefits of tomatoes?
That's right: Tomatoes have skincare benefits. But before you start applying tomato juice to your skin or rubbing tomato slices on your your face, take caution. Dr. Melissa Kanchanapoomi Levin, board-certified dermatologist, founder of Entière Dermatology and clinical instructor at NYU Langone, advises against any DIY methods. "In general, any acidic fruit or vegetable can cause irritation on the skin," Dr. Levin says.
Don't worry — plenty of skincare products are out there that are specifically formulated to harness the carotenoid's properties. Here's what that means for your skin:
- Vitamin C stimulates collagen production. Vitamin C is widely used in skincare, and "tomatoes contain quite a bit of vitamin C, [an] antioxidant that can help fight free radicals and naturally stimulate collagen synthesis," says Sassos.
- Lycopene protects agains free radicals and UV damage. "For the skin, lycopene not only neutralizes free radicals but also is protective against oxidative stress and UV-radiation (the sun)," notes Dr. Levin. "As in the oral form, topical lycopene has been shown to have antioxidative properties as well," says Levin. She notes, however, that there is more research for oral lycopene — so when patients ask her about mixing in the powerful antioxidant, she typically steers them in the direction of ingested forms of lycopene.
Below, we've rounded up the highest rated products made with tomatoes:
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1) SunISDIN Daily Antioxidant
ISDIN
amazon.com
$49.95
If you're looking to up your lycopene levels, this daily supplement will do the trick. "I like the data behind Isdin's SunISDIN dietary supplement, which has lycopene as well as other vitamins and antioxidants for enhanced sun protection," says Levin. In a clinical trial, 93% of users said that this supplement made their skin look healthier and more luminous. Don't forget to follow up with SPF — the two are meant to be used together!
Isdin - 3/11
2) Brightening Cleanser
Indie Lee
dermstore.com
$34.00
This brightening face cleanser utilizes tomato-derived lycopene to brighten and strengthen skin. It's not stripping at all — reviewers praise this cleanser for leaving them with soft, hydrated skin.
Indie Lee 
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3) "B" Oil
The Ordinary
sephora.com
$9.20
Adding a face oil to any routine is a great way to give your skin a boost of hydration. Oils act as an occlusive to the skin, meaning that they lock in moisture. This one has a blend of super-charged, antioxidant-filled ingredients, including algae extract, jojoba oil, and tomato extract.
The Ordinary - 5/11
4) Memory Gel Sleeping Mask
Erno Laszlo
sephora.com
$108.00
This gel-formula sleeping mask soaks into skin while you sleep so you can wake up dewy and refreshed. Its blend of plant-based ingredients (including tomato leaf cell culture extract) work to brighten and firm skin. "My face is softer and feels plumper and well-hydrated," raves one reviewer.
ERNO LASZLO - 6/11
5) V7 Antioxidant Serum
Dr. Jart+
sephora.com
$58.00
This potent serum delivers a punch of antioxidants to your skin, as well as seven different vitamins. Tomato leaf cell extract is utilized specifically as a way to fight pollution and environmental stressors. "I felt like I was feeding my skin vitamins every time I used it," says on reviewer. Unlike some serums, this one is almost water-like in texture, and soaks into skin almost instantly.
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6) Tomatoes Facial Mud Mask w/ Detoxifying Charcoal
Yes To
amazon.com
$9.25
Tomatoes and charcoal work together in this detoxifying mud mask. Reviewers praise this mask for fighting blackheads and curbing oily skin.
Yes To - 8/11
7) Skin Peptide Lip Therapy
PCA Skin Skin Care
dermstore.com
$28.00
This therapy is like a drink of water for parched, cracked lips. Lycopene works with peptides and amino acids to firm lips and help reduce fine lines. "I have chronically dry lips and it has made a world of difference," one reviewer says. Swipe it on whenever your lips need a little TLC.
PCA Skin - 9/11
8) Noni Radiant Eye Oil
KORA Organics
sephora.com
$38.00
Tomato works with other ingredients like bamboo and coffee in this eye oil to brighten and wake up the eyes. The oil comes out through a rollerball, which makes application a breeze — and you don't have to get any oil on your fingers, either. "The applicator dispenses the perfect amount, and it goes on cool," one reviewer notes. "My under eye is brighter and skin is smoother after only a week of use."
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9) Cellex-C 2-ounce Skin Firming Cream Plus
Cellex-C Skin Care
dermstore.com
$149.00
This moisturizer has lycopene in it to help protect skin from environmental stressors (plus, it's jam-packed with vitamin C!). Reviewers praise this cream for soaking into their skin quickly and easily without leaving any greasiness behind.
Cellex-C - 11/11
10) Tomatox Magic Massage Pack
Tony Moly
walmart.com
$12.90
Not only is this mask made with tomato water and extract, it also comes in a package that looks like the fruit — making it the perfect product to display on your nightstand. This K Beauty mask is made to brighten, hydrate, and clarify skin. Reviewers love how soft it leaves their skin feeling.
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![<p>Whether you're snacking on <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/gardening/a20706658/growing-cherry-tomatoes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:cherry tomatoes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">cherry tomatoes</a>, <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/gardening/a20707127/best-heirloom-tomatoes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:heirloom tomatoes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">heirloom tomatoes</a>, or beefsteak tomatoes, tomato season is one of the best times of the year. It turns out that beyond being delicious, eating a tomato-heavy diet has <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/beauty/anti-aging/g28135730/best-skincare-products/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:skincare;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">skincare</a> benefits, too. <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/health/diet-nutrition/a33339185/tomato-health-benefits/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Tomatoes are full of vitamins and antioxidants;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Tomatoes are full of vitamins and antioxidants</a>, and are "low-calorie, but nutrient-dense which means they are packed with tons of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients," says <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/author/224673/stefani-sassos/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Stefani Sassos;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Stefani Sassos</a>, MS, RDN, Registered Dietitian for the <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/institute/about-the-institute/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Good Housekeeping Institute;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Good Housekeeping Institute</a>. "The vibrant red hue of tomatoes comes from a powerful antioxidant known as lycopene. They are also loaded with vitamin C, fiber, potassium, and even folate." <br></p><h2 class="body-h2">What are the skincare benefits of tomatoes?</h2><p>That's right: Tomatoes have skincare benefits. But before you start applying tomato juice to your skin or rubbing tomato slices on your your face, take caution. Dr. Melissa Kanchanapoomi Levin, board-certified dermatologist, founder of <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.entierederm.com__;!!Ivohdkk!yf6tGrERH8ySBuS5IawBBNYfFJECnO3HFb9JZfYnqvm_zrPfssIkMxAMbE9gKKZCo2I$" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Entière Dermatology;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Entière Dermatology</a> and clinical instructor at NYU Langone, advises against any DIY methods. "In general, any acidic fruit or vegetable can cause irritation on the skin," Dr. Levin says. </p><p>Don't worry — plenty of skincare products are out there that are specifically formulated to harness the carotenoid's properties. Here's what that means for your skin:</p><ul><li><strong><a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/beauty/anti-aging/g26840895/best-vitamin-c-serums/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vitamin C;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Vitamin C</a> stimulates collagen production. </strong>Vitamin C is widely used in skincare, and "tomatoes contain quite a bit of vitamin C, [an] antioxidant that can help fight free radicals and naturally stimulate collagen synthesis," says Sassos.</li><li><strong>Lycopene protects agains free radicals and UV damage</strong>. "For the skin, lycopene not only neutralizes free radicals but also is protective against oxidative stress and UV-radiation (the sun)," notes Dr. Levin. "As in the oral form, topical lycopene has been shown to have antioxidative properties as well," says Levin. She notes, however, that there is more research for oral lycopene — so when patients ask her about mixing in the powerful antioxidant, she typically steers them in the direction of ingested forms of lycopene.</li></ul><p> Below, we've rounded up the highest rated products made with tomatoes:</p>](https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/na_iGC4Jyt_hWWvgXS2Ycw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTU5Mg--/https://media.zenfs.com/en/good_housekeeping_561/8c4b74510d04bc9b7838f0b9ff197a12)
![<p>Whether you're snacking on <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/gardening/a20706658/growing-cherry-tomatoes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:cherry tomatoes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">cherry tomatoes</a>, <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/gardening/a20707127/best-heirloom-tomatoes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:heirloom tomatoes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">heirloom tomatoes</a>, or beefsteak tomatoes, tomato season is one of the best times of the year. It turns out that beyond being delicious, eating a tomato-heavy diet has <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/beauty/anti-aging/g28135730/best-skincare-products/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:skincare;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">skincare</a> benefits, too. <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/health/diet-nutrition/a33339185/tomato-health-benefits/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Tomatoes are full of vitamins and antioxidants;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Tomatoes are full of vitamins and antioxidants</a>, and are "low-calorie, but nutrient-dense which means they are packed with tons of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients," says <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/author/224673/stefani-sassos/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Stefani Sassos;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Stefani Sassos</a>, MS, RDN, Registered Dietitian for the <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/institute/about-the-institute/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Good Housekeeping Institute;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Good Housekeeping Institute</a>. "The vibrant red hue of tomatoes comes from a powerful antioxidant known as lycopene. They are also loaded with vitamin C, fiber, potassium, and even folate." <br></p><h2 class="body-h2">What are the skincare benefits of tomatoes?</h2><p>That's right: Tomatoes have skincare benefits. But before you start applying tomato juice to your skin or rubbing tomato slices on your your face, take caution. Dr. Melissa Kanchanapoomi Levin, board-certified dermatologist, founder of <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.entierederm.com__;!!Ivohdkk!yf6tGrERH8ySBuS5IawBBNYfFJECnO3HFb9JZfYnqvm_zrPfssIkMxAMbE9gKKZCo2I$" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Entière Dermatology;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Entière Dermatology</a> and clinical instructor at NYU Langone, advises against any DIY methods. "In general, any acidic fruit or vegetable can cause irritation on the skin," Dr. Levin says. </p><p>Don't worry — plenty of skincare products are out there that are specifically formulated to harness the carotenoid's properties. Here's what that means for your skin:</p><ul><li><strong><a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/beauty/anti-aging/g26840895/best-vitamin-c-serums/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vitamin C;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Vitamin C</a> stimulates collagen production. </strong>Vitamin C is widely used in skincare, and "tomatoes contain quite a bit of vitamin C, [an] antioxidant that can help fight free radicals and naturally stimulate collagen synthesis," says Sassos.</li><li><strong>Lycopene protects agains free radicals and UV damage</strong>. "For the skin, lycopene not only neutralizes free radicals but also is protective against oxidative stress and UV-radiation (the sun)," notes Dr. Levin. "As in the oral form, topical lycopene has been shown to have antioxidative properties as well," says Levin. She notes, however, that there is more research for oral lycopene — so when patients ask her about mixing in the powerful antioxidant, she typically steers them in the direction of ingested forms of lycopene.</li></ul><p> Below, we've rounded up the highest rated products made with tomatoes:</p>](https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/tRQl3Z_mtcrHlgHMbF4ynA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTIxMDtoPTEzMQ--/https://media.zenfs.com/en/good_housekeeping_561/8c4b74510d04bc9b7838f0b9ff197a12)
There are so many benefits to using tomatoes on your skin.