Tips for Healthy Skin

Vitamin D is absorbed and processed through the skin. Fifteen minutes of daily are sufficient to produce adequate Vitamin D. The remainder of your time under the sun causes skin spots, growths, skin cancer, wrinkles and old unhealthy appearing looks. There are creams, lotions and sprays with SPF values and sun-protective clothing. Pros and cons of the health benefits and controversies about different ingredients may be found in many places such as “No More Dirty Looks,” mentioned above. Oral and topical antioxidants may prevent skin cells from being damaged by free radical and are present, to name only a few, in soy, Genistein, green tea, vitamin C, herbs such as Polypodium Leucotomos (HeliocareTM) and Mexoryl additives. There are many more and they have been tested for benefit and toxicity by variable amounts of scientific studies. Sun protective clothing comes in many forms. One stylish set of designs for children may be found at Cabana Life. Overall, they are worth considering. Remember to get adequate Vitamin D from natural food sources and supplements under supervision to avoid the negative effects of photoprotection.