Summer Skin And You

What does summer mean to you? Does summer bring to mind long lazy days and warm nights by the water? If you are like most people, you know that the summer means spending lots of time in the sun.

While I love the sun as much as the next person, you may or may not be aware of the tremendous toll the sun takes on your skin. That is right, your most glowing and prized possession will be absolutely ravaged by the UV radiation in sunlight.

But this doesn’t mean that you should hide in the shade, there are plenty of ways to protect your skin the summer with properly applied summer skin care.

So why does the summer pose such a daunting risk to your skin? Well, you may already be familiar with sunburn and dryness, but are you aware that you can help your body rejuvenate your skin simply by eating a balanced diet?

That is right. Although the best protection from the sun is minimizing direct light on the skin, reminiscent of the long flowing robes which are donned by the desert nomads; you can still enjoy the sun this summer as long as you keep a few things in mind.

First of all, the sun and heat increases how much you perspire. Losing large amounts of water through the skin can lead to dryness at the skin level as well as dehydration otherwise.

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This may sound obvious, but drink plenty of water during the summer to keep your skin well hydrated and to replace the crucial moisture your body needs to stay healthy in general.

Since your skin is prone to injury from sun and heat, it is a great idea to include lots of antioxidants which will help your body neutralize free radicals formed by the effects of UV radiation on the skin.

Antioxidants are found in abundance in berries like raspberries, blueberries, and strawberries, as well as tomatoes. Antioxidants help curb the skin destroying effects of sun while also boosting your immune system and overall blood picture.

It is important to take extra precautions concerning your nutrition in the summer. Be sure to include plenty of fresh fruit that is rich in vitamin C. You may be aware that vitamin C is great for boosting immunity, but did you know that vitamin C plays a key role in protecting and maintaining your skin?

How does vitamin C do all of this? It is because vitamin C is a necessary component during collagen synthesis. In case you are wondering, collagen is what makes your skin strong, elastic, and supple.

Collagen is essentially the building block of skin, and when your skin gets damaged your body will replenish the damage skin with new collagen synthesis. Collagen synthesis cannot go on without ample amounts of vitamin C to aid the process.

So, if you want another secret to protecting your skin this summer, eat plenty of citrus and potatoes, which are both excellent sources of vitamin C. Not to mention berries!

Obviously, the best method to protect your skin is to invest in a good quality sunblock. The better sunblocks will not only block out the harmful rays of the sun, but will also moisturize your skin at the same time.

If you want the healthy look of summer skin and want to maintain a beautiful complexion this summer, then stick to the shade and these tips. You should be just fine.

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