Sun Care Protection Tips
What’s a world without sunshine?
Sunlight brightens our moods, lifts our spirits and provides us with essential vitamin D.
It’s important to get out there and enjoy a sunny day. However, as with everything in life, moderation is key. Many so-called signs of aging are in fact the result of overexposure to the sun. Therefore, it’s important to limit long-term exposure and to protect your skin from potentially harmful UVA and UVB rays with a natural, gentle and effective sunscreen.
Is Your Sunscreen Toxic?
Here is a list of some unsafe,toxic chemicals used in sunscreens
- Para amino benzoic acid
- Octyl salicyclate
- Oxybenzone
- Cinoxate
- Dioxybenzone
- Phenylbenzimidazole
- Homosalate
- Menthyl anthranilate
- Octocrylene
- Methoxycinnamate
- Parabens
When possible, stay away from these chemicals and use natural sunscreens.
Natural minerals such as titanium dioxide and/or zinc oxide block potentially harmful rays without irritating or penetrating the skin. These sun-reflecting minerals offer immediate protection from harmful UVA and UVB rays.
Here are a few good sunscreens to choose from as listed on an older post from foodbabe.com:
Here is a list of some great foods and supplements to protect your skin:
- Resveratrol (red wine, blueberries and red grapes)
- Omega-3 fatty acids (salmon and fish oil)
- Astaxanthin (salmon and fish oil)
- Catechins (green and white tea)
- Vitamin E (pumpkin seeds, almonds, and asparagus)
- Beta-carotene (carrots and red bell peppers)
Some Sun Care Protection Safety Tips:
- It’s ok to get 20+ minutes of sunshine daily, especially early morning and late afternoon
- Cover up with light clothing before you get burnt
- Wear a hat for protection
- Wear natural sunscreen if you are going to stay out for a long period of time
- Eat a diet high in anti-oxidants to protect your skin
- If you get burnt, you can try using a mixture of aloe, coconut oil and vitamin E on your skin
I hope this post helps you to enjoy your summer activities without worrying about your skin as much.
