Category: sunscreen

  Did you know that the right foods can boost your skin’s sun protection? Don’t get me wrong. These foods are NOT a substitute for sunscreen (nothing is). But they give it a huge helping hand. Foods rich in antioxidants give you skin the building blocks to strengthen its natural UV defenses, from the inside out. You know what that means? Couple them with a mineral, broad spectrum sunscreen and you won’t have to worry about pesky things like sunburns and wrinkles anymore. But how do you know what are the right foods to munch on? Here are the foods...

  Let me guess: you’re using your vitamin C serum at night because you’ve heard it makes skin more prone to sun damage. But what if I told you the opposite is true? Not only vitamin C is safe during the day, but when paired with its BFFs vitamin E and ferulic acid, it becomes a powerful ally in the fight against UV rays. A CEF (vitamin C + vitamin E + ferulic acid) serum is the quickest way to boost the effectiveness of your sunscreen and maximise its protection. Don’t believe me? I’ve got the science to back it...

  In the market for a new sunscreen? Make sure it has zinc oxide. Zinc is gentler. It provides better protection. It doesn’t leave you at risk of sunburn after a couple of hours in the sun. Here’s all you need to know about zinc oxide and why having it in your sunscreen is a must:   What Is Zinc Oxide? Zinc oxide is a white mineral. That’s why it’s considered a physical sunscreen. You’ve probably heard that physical sunscreens are better because they create a barrier on the skin that reflects UV light away from it. It doesn’t work exactly...