Friday, August 31, 2007

Winter Dry Skin Care Still Requires UV Ray Protection

You may think the sun less dangerous now that summer is over, but winter UV rays can be just as harmful. In fact, winter protection may be even more important than summer - indoor heating and harsh weather strip the skin of its natural oils and moisture, leaving it more susceptible to UV damage. In addition to using a shielding lotion, now recommended by hundreds of dermatologists for topical dry skin care, here are a few natural UV fighters you can add to your diet. Several foods contain nutrients that help prevent sun damage by absorbing UV rays. Generally, these foods are high in Omega 3 essential fatty acids, Vitamins C and A, carotenoids and tocopherols. Fortunately, these nutrients are also essential for dry skin care. · Red or orange foods like tomato and wat View the rest of this article


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