Best Wellness Shots for Glowing Skin and Energy Over 40
Here are my favorite wellness shots for healthy skin and energy over 40 that fight inflammation, support digestion, and help you glow from the inside out.
Around 40, things change. Your skin takes longer to bounce back, you feel bloated more often, and your energy becomes unpredictable.
Wellness shots help because they deliver concentrated nutrients when you need them most. The ingredients do real work! Turmeric reduces inflammation, beets improve blood flow, collagen supports skin, and greens help digestion. When your body’s dealing with hormonal shifts or just slowing down, every little bit helps.
I make these at home for two reasons: wellness shots are expensive to buy, and making them myself means I actually get these micronutrients consistently. A single shot won’t change much, but when it becomes a regular habit, that’s when you see results.
Think of these as a supplement to an already healthy diet, not a replacement for it.
Here are five shots that are simple to make and don’t taste terrible. Make one in the morning or prep a batch for the week. If you’ve been mainly running on coffee, you’ll notice a difference within a few days.
How to Make Homemade Wellness Shots
You have two options, depending on what equipment you have. If you’re using a juicer, throw all the ingredients in and you’re done (no straining needed).
If you’re using a blender, add all ingredients with the water listed in the recipe, blend on high until smooth, then strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a jar. Press down with a spoon to extract all the liquid.
The blender method takes an extra minute but works just as well.
Either way, drink the shot right after making it or store it in a sealed glass jar in the fridge. Shake before drinking if it’s been sitting for a while.
My must-haves: a juicer or blender, a fine mesh strainer, glass storage jars with lids, collagen peptides, and fresh ginger and lemons on hand at all times. I’ll also store extra juice in silicone ice cube trays, freeze, and pop them into smoothies or just defrost to drink when I want.
Here’s some of my favorite equipment you can get directly on Amazon:
- Juicer
- Blender (Pricey but mine has lasted over 10 years!)
- Glass Storage Jars
- Fine Mesh Strainer
- Silicone Ice Cube Trays
- Collagen Peptides
Wellness Shot Recipes
1. Turmeric Ginger Glow Shot
Benefits: Reduces inflammation, supports joints, improves skin clarity
One Serving:
- 2-inch piece fresh turmeric (or 1 tsp turmeric powder)
- 2-inch piece of fresh ginger
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp raw honey (optional)
- 1/4 cup water
Batch (4 Servings):
- 8-inch piece of turmeric (or 4 tsp powder)
- 8-inch piece of ginger
- Juice of 4 lemons
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 tsp honey (optional)
- 1 cup water
Instructions:
- Juicer: Juice all fresh ingredients, then stir in pepper and honey.
- Blender: Blend everything, strain through a fine sieve or cheesecloth, and shake before drinking.
Storage: Up to 3 days in the fridge in a glass jar or bottle.
2. Green Detox Skin Shot
Benefits: Supports liver detox, helps clear skin, reduces bloating.
One Serving:
- 1/2 cup spinach
- 1 tbsp parsley
- 1/4 cucumber
- 1/2 green apple
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1/4 cup water
Batch (4 Servings):
- 2 cups spinach
- 1/4 cup parsley
- 1 whole cucumber
- 2 green apples
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1 cup water
Instructions:
- Juicer: Juice all ingredients.
- Blender: Blend everything, strain, and pour into glass jars or bottles.
Storage: Up to 2 days in airtight containers. Add lemon just before drinking if storing longer than a day.
3. Collagen Citrus Shot
Benefits: Boosts collagen production, improves skin elasticity, supports nails and gut health.
One Serving:
- Juice of 1 orange
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 scoop collagen peptides
- 1 tsp fresh grated ginger (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
Batch (4 Servings):
- Juice of 4 oranges
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 4 scoops collagen peptides
- 4 tsp ginger (optional)
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions:
- Whisk or blend until collagen dissolves completely. No straining needed.
- Shake before drinking.
Storage: Up to 2 days. Add collagen right before serving if you prefer a smoother texture.
4. Beet + B12 Energy Shot
Benefits: Increases circulation, supports natural energy, evens skin tone
One Serving:
- 1 small beet, peeled and chopped
- 1 small carrot
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1-inch piece of ginger
- 1 tsp beetroot powder (optional)
- Liquid B12 drops (optional, follow label dosage)
Batch (4 Servings):
- 4 small beets, peeled and chopped
- 4 carrots
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 4-inch piece of ginger
- 4 tsp beetroot powder (optional)
- B12 drops (add per serving)
Instructions:
- Juicer: Juice all produce, then stir in powder and B12.
- Blender: Blend with 1 cup water, strain, then stir in extras.
Storage: Up to 3 days in a dark glass bottle to protect B12.
5. Aloe Digestive Shot
Benefits: Soothes digestion, reduces bloating, supports skin through gut health.
One Serving:
- 2 tbsp aloe vera gel (inner leaf only)
- 1/4 cup coconut water
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (with the mother)
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- 1/4 tsp fresh grated ginger (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
Batch (4 Servings):
- 1/2 cup aloe vera gel
- 1 cup coconut water
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar (with the mother)
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 tsp ginger (optional)
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions:
- Whisk or blend all ingredients until smooth. No straining needed.
- Drink immediately or store.
Storage: Up to 3 days in the fridge in a glass jar or bottle. Shake before drinking.
Incorporating Wellness Shots Into Your Routine
The point isn’t to drink all five of these every day.
Pick one or two that target what you’re dealing with: inflammation, low energy, digestion issues, dull skin and try making them part of your morning routine a few times a week.
You’ll notice the difference in how you feel and how your skin looks, especially if you stay consistent. These aren’t replacements for eating well or sleeping enough, but they’re a solid way to give your body extra support when it needs it.
Start with one recipe this week and see how you feel. If you try any of these, let me know which one you picked in the comments—I’d love to hear what’s working for you.
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