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UV radiation and the skin
Protect your skin and preserve its youthful appearance!
Discover these top tips for enjoying the sunshine, its healthy vitamin D production and energy, while protecting your skin in a pleasant, healthy way, in this latest article.
Whether you choose creams or natural protection from within, embrace these valuable tips by following the link to read more. Say goodbye to premature wrinkles and hello to hydrated, sun-kissed skin. You can deal with UV exposure intelligently: apply sunscreen wisely, supplement sensibly, and above all, enjoy the summer carefree!
Sunlight: blessing or concern?
The sun plays a dual role: on the one hand, it provides our bodies with important nutrients; on the other, excessive exposure can cause serious skin damage.Let’s take a look at the pros and cons.The benefits of sunlight:Vitamin D production: Sunlight stimulates the production of vitamin D, which is essential for strong bones and a healthy immune system.Cortisol production: Sunlight can stimulate cortisol production, helping regulate metabolism, the immune system and sleep.Serotonin production: Sunlight promotes serotonin production, contributing to a better mood and sleep quality.The risks of sunlight:
Sunburn: Spending too long in the sun can cause painful burns, redness, itching and flaking.Skin ageing: UV radiation can damage the skin and cause premature ageing, resulting in wrinkles, pigmentation and reduced elasticity.Dehydration: Sunlight can dehydrate not only the skin, but also the body. Drinking enough water is therefore essential, especially on hot days.Eye damage: Direct sunlight can also be harmful to the eyes.In short, the sun provides energy and vitality, but requires responsible exposure!Sunscreen: necessity or risk?Sunscreen is the most widely used protection against the harmful effects of the sun.But is sunscreen always healthy?It is known that some substances in sunscreen can be harmful to coral in the sea. What happens when these creams are absorbed through our skin?Many chemical UV filters in sunscreen are absorbed through the skin and are present in blood, urine and even breast milk. This can cause problems such as hormonal disruption and an increase in free radicals.Which substances should you avoid?-Avobenzone-Oxybenzone-Homosalate-Octisalate-Octinoxate-OctocryleneThe problem? Research often focuses only on the short-term effects of these substances, so the long-term effects are not fully known, especially when these chemicals occur together in one product.Fortunately, there are also brands that offer good, safe options for protecting your skin.Natural sunscreen without harmful substances.Would you like to enjoy the sun without worrying about harmful chemicals?Choose sunscreen products with mineral filters such as zinc oxide and titanium dioxide.These filters effectively reflect and absorb UV radiation. The best thing about these products? They do not create free radicals and are gentler on your skin. They are also biodegradable and environmentally friendly.However, please note: some manufacturers use nanoparticles of zinc oxide and titanium dioxide to reduce the white cast on the skin. These tiny particles can be absorbed through the skin, and there are concerns about the safety of mineral filters in spray form because inhalation may be harmful to the lungs.That is why you should preferably choose sunscreen without nanoparticles.The KRX Sunblocker spf 50 is a good example; it is widely used in my practice. Effective, natural and pleasant to useSun protection from withinWhen your skin is exposed to UV radiation, free radicals can damage cell membranes, DNA and proteins.Fortunately, antioxidants can neutralise these free radicals and protect against UV radiation.Important antioxidants for your sun protection include:Vitamin C: found in citrus fruits, peppers, kiwis, berries, tomatoes and broccoli.Vitamin E: found in nuts, seeds, avocados and vegetable oils.Polyphenols: found in green tea, dark chocolate, grapes, nuts and berries.Carotenoids: such as beta-carotene, lutein, astaxanthin, zeaxanthin and lycopene, found in brightly coloured fruit and vegetables such as carrots, tomatoes, spinach, mangoes and sweet potatoes.Selenium: found in nuts, seeds, fish, shellfish, meat and poultry.Zinc: found in meat, fish, poultry, nuts, seeds and whole grains.Omega-3 fatty acids: although they are not direct antioxidants, they do have antioxidant properties and are very important for healthy skin and barrier function, helping your cell membranes withstand external radiation, for exampleAstaxanthin: a powerful internal sunscreen, found in algae and plankton and known for its protective properties against UV radiation.Would you like to protect your skin both internally and externally in a sustainable and healthy way?Take a look at the products from the Health concept I work with and discover that all these wonderful nutrients are included to support this from within.
