Our Q&A with Kristel - All the things you need to know about Your Super, Sustainability and Skincare
We sat down with Kristel de Groot, co-founder of Your Super, to talk about Your Super, sustainability, her favorite piece of advice she has received, and of course skincare! Your Super was born out of a personal health journey when her finance Michael was diagnosed with cancer at age 24. Your Super has grown into a successful business and beautiful community with the ultimate superfood and plant protein mixes! We loved hearing about Kristel’s skincare journey, rituals, and beauty secrets.
Can you tell us a little about yourself and your brand, Your Super?
Hi! My name is Kristel and I’m the co-founder of Your Super. Your Super was born out of a very personal health journey. It all began when my fiance Michael was diagnosed with cancer at age 24. I made him superfood blends to help restore his health and he started to felt so much better that we decided to share the blends with everyone. We partnered with nutritionists to create powerful superfood mixes, plant protein powders, and snack bars to making healthy living easy.
Why is sustainability so important to Your Super?
As a certified B Corp, we’re dedicated to making the world a healthier place. We realized the massive impact we can have as a company and decided to make giving back part of our brand DNA. From our transparent supply chain to partnering with organizations that help fight climate change, we’re making constant efforts to help do our part to protect people and our planet.
What do you love most about your skin?
I love how confident my skin makes me feel. After years of struggling with skin issues, I’m finally able to go makeup-free and still feel beautiful.
What type of skin do you have?
I’ve always had very sensitive skin. For almost 25 years I struggled with eczema that caused my skin to be red, inflamed, and itchy. It wasn’t until I changed my diet and switched to natural skin care products that I started to notice a big difference.
What is your best skincare hack?
Lots of water, exercise, and a clean diet. I truly believe that healthy skin starts with a healthy lifestyle. I do everything I can to feel my best and that starts with sticking to a healthy routine. I eat superfoods daily, work out (I love hiking and yoga!), and practice meditation. When I do it all of these things consistently my skin really starts to glow.
Why do you take care of your skin?
I only have this one body, so I want to take good care of it while I can, and that means nourishing it from the inside out. Plus, when I look good, I feel good!
Describe your go-to morning skincare routine
I start every morning with a big glass of water and at least 20 minutes of yoga. Afterward, I hop in the shower, wash my face, and give myself a light facial massage just to get my blood flow going. As soon as I’m done showering I apply my natural eye cream, daily moisturizer, and SPF. Then I make a big smoothie using two of our beauty mixes, Forever Beautiful and Plant Collagen.
What's your favorite recipe with Your Super in it?
That’s a tough question. We have so many delicious recipes that it's hard to choose just one! But lately, I’ve been really loving our Collagen Berry Bliss Balls. You can find the recipe here: click here
What's the best piece of advice you've ever received, period? OR what’s the best skincare advice you’ve ever received?
“Focus on the things you can control.” This is the one thing I always tell myself, especially when I’m stressed and need to be grounded.
It’s so easy to get wrapped up in worries and “what ifs” but if you take a step back to focus on what you have power over, a weight gets lifted off your shoulders and you immediately feel more positive and ready to take on whatever comes your way. Your mindset makes all the difference.