Tag: Sunscreen

Most commercial sunscreens contain harmful substances like oxybenzone, triclosan, parabens, and phthalates. These compounds disrupt hormonal functioning, can cause cell damage and mutation, and increase the risk of cancer. Try and find sunscreens that use titanium and zinc as the active ingredient as well as natural oils like coconut oil, shea butter, and carrot oil. Some sun exposure can also be beneficial to get the required amount of vitamin D.

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Cold sores are unsightly, often painful blisters that appear in and around the mouth. They are caused by a contagious virus called herpes simplex type 1 (HSV-1). Even though there are no treatments to cure the infection, there are home remedies you can try as well as over-the-counter medications which calm the symptoms. Home remedies include ice, lemon balm, tea tree oil, tea bags, salt and using sunscreen regularly.

Skin experts suggest washing your face twice a day because men's skin tends to be a lot oilier. Moisturize your face and the rest of your body as soon as you get out of the shower. Exfoliate your skin once or twice a week to remove dead skin cells. Apply a hydrating lip balm with SPF 30 to protect your lips from sun damage. And never forget to wear sunscreen.

Your skin needs sunlight to produce vitamin D, which is essential for the functioning of your body. However, barring the few minutes that you need to step out into the sun to produce the sunshine vitamin, make sure you apply sunscreen and stay covered. Excess sun exposure could cause skin cancer. Opt for sunscreens with zinc and titanium components or go for natural sunscreens like coconut oil or shea butter.

To protect yourself from the photodamage caused by the sun, eat foods rich in vitamin C or other antioxidants. Choosing a broad-spectrum sunscreen is also essential to protect your skin from sun damage as it safeguards the body against the environment’s UVA and UVB rays. Additionally, avoid going out in the sun between 10 AM and 4 PM. If you have to step out at during this time frame, ensure that you are completely covered.

Want glowing skin that lasts a lifetime? Focus on everyday habits, like staying hydrated and using SPF even when it’s cloudy. Eat for skin health by consuming probiotics and avoiding refined carbs. To help the skin regenerate and stay strong, aim for at least 7 hours of sleep each night. Quitting smoking will also stop pre-mature aging. If you wear makeup, opt for natural products and always wash it off before bedtime.

Homemade sunscreen uses natural ingredients like almond and coconut oils to protect your skin against harmful UV rays. It also has water-resistant shea butter and zinc oxide that reflects almost all types of UV rays. Synthetic sunscreens can mess with the endocrine system. Homemade sunscreens are safer and healthier alternatives. They also nourish the skin from within.

If you are planning to get yourself a tan or want to step out under the sun, make sure that you know all the effects sunlight can have on your skin and take necessary care. Not using sunscreens and increased exposure can cause undesired tanning, the appearance of moles, painful sunburns, aging, and even skin cancer. Forewarned is forearmed. So, make sure you carry your sunscreen around with you and use it appropriately.

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Vitamin D not only strengthens bones but also improves immunity, lowers the risk of cancer, and ensures that the body is able to absorb nutrients like calcium and phosphorous. Adults need about 600 UI of vitamin D per day. While the sun is the largest source of vitamin D, you can also obtain the sunshine vitamin by making dietary changes and including fatty fish and milk in your diet.

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