Using sunscreen daily is the best protection against ultraviolet radiation (UV) damage. However, it’s important to know how to choose the right sunscreen.
Tips for choosing sunscreen:…
Protecting Your Skin from UV Damage
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Do You Know How Your Skin Works?
What your skin does for you:
- Skin is the body’s primary defense system, acting as a physical and chemical barrier and shielding the internal tissues of the body from the outside environment. The skin protects internal tissues from ultraviolet radiation, free radicals, microorganisms, and other environmental hazards.
- Skin is the body’s primary regulator of temperature.
Most important in understanding skin function is understanding the epidermal permeability barrier, which plays a crucial role in your skin’s ability to perform its duties. In the past, much of the medical community believed a compromised permeability barrier was merely a symptom of skin disease. However, recent research suggests that a compromised barrier is actually a primary pathophysiological factor for many skin diseases (such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis). This means a compromised barrier leaves you vulnerable to an array of problems….
All About Tea: Maximizing its many benefits
Tea is pretty much perfect. Here’s why…
There are countless varieties of tea, so it’s guaranteed you’ll find one to delight your unique palate. All tea actually comes from the same plant, called Camellia Sinensis. After harvesting the plant, its leaves begin to wilt and oxidize….
