May 06
Eat more carrots
It’s not by chance that beta-carotene is the main ingredient in food supplements recommended for sunbathers. This substance, which the body converts into vitamin A, is beneficial in many ways. For instance, it protects us from free radicals and improves the skin’s ability to renew itself.
Beware of singlet oxygen
The sun’s ultraviolet rays cause oxidation in the body and thus greatly increase the number of free radicals, which are responsible for ageing and contribute to some kinds of skin cancer. Singlet oxygen is a prime example of how destructive free radicals can be: it dries the skin, harms the cell walls, damages the connective tissue and collagen…..Continue Reading
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May 04
Beware of the mirror effect
The sun’s rays can easily reach you by reflection, so it’s possible to burn even when you are in the shade.
Pretty reflections;ugly effects
The sun’s rays reflect off all bright surfaces. Whether you are at the beach, in the countryside or on the mountains, it’s likely that there will be a surface near by that will reflect sunlight on to you. It could be the sand, the surface of a lake or a covering of snow.
When you’re on the beach, be careful of the sand, especially if it is a light colour. Its reflections can be so pronounced that you could burn, even if you sit all day in the shade…..Continue Reading
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Sunburn, as should be obvious from its name, really is a form of burn and should be treated as such. Fortunately, there numerous effective, traditional remedies available, which will help relieve the pain and inflammation.
A serious Matter
Sunburn should never be taken lightly. However if your skin is pink and merely feels a little hot, it’s not too serious and your skin will continue to produce melanin. Soothe away any sensation of discomfort with water mixed with vinegar. The proteins in milk also have a mild anti-inflammatory effect on sunburn. Apply compresses soaked in cool skimmed milk to the affected areas or cover them with…..Continue Reading
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