SortAnd the golden tan is often a dream, it is still fundamental protect the skin from risks related to sun exposure. In addition to sun creams, for the preparation of the skin in the sun also take place sunscreen: rich in antioxidants, vitamins and natural substances, these products help a strengthen the skin defenses from the inside, making the epidermis More resistant to UV rays and promoting more uniform and lasting tan.
Solar supplements for the skin in summer: how do they really act?
“Nutricosmetics, i.e. food supplements designed to generate benefit on a skin level, can be a valid one ally to prepare the skin for sun exposurepreventing potential damage related to it. These products are in fact often enriched with ingredients, such as tyrosine, selenium and vitamins capable of stimulate the production of melanin by promoting uniform tan and at the same time protecting from oxidative stress caused by photo exposure »begins to explain Chiara Ponzio, Product Education Manager for Relastil.
When to start taking them
But when is it advisable to start taking them to get visible benefits? “Usually it is advisable to start taking them At least a month before the sun exposure. However, the way of use can vary depending on the chosen tedker, which is why it is always appropriate to refer to the illustrative leaflet and, in case of doubt, consult your doctor “continues Chiara Ponzio.
Can they replace the cream?
“Absolutely not, gSupplements do not replace sun protection. Their function is to enhance The defenses towards oxidative damage but do not create any “protective barrier” towards UV rays “continues the expert.
«Despite the intake of supplements, In fact, it is essential to choose the most suitable SPF for your type of skin and use it daily by reappinging it about every two hours during the day. Solar cream is in fact the only tool we have available to filter UV radiation responsible for the main skin damage such as wrinkles, hyper-pigmentations, scalds and skin tumors “continues the expert.
The most effective ingredients
«When it comes to solar supplements to prepare the skin for sun exposure, it is fundamental focus on assets that act in synergy to stimulate melanogenesis and protect skin cells from oxidative stress induced by UV rays “ Instead, Ilaria Frosi specifies.
Beta-carotene, zinc and vitamins
«Among the most effective ingredients we find L-Tyrosine, A amino acid precursor of melanin that acts as a cofactor in the biosynthesis of this pigment, fundamental for endogenous photoprotection. The contribution of Beta-carotene that not only It stimulates the production of melanin, but also exerts an antioxidant and photoprotective actionminimizing the risk of erythema and burns ».
«The trace elements are also useful like it zinc, involved in enzymatic processes and in the maintenance of the integrity of the cell membranes, and copper, which contributes to the pigmentation of the skinactively supporting the synthesis of Melanin. Also fundamental the B vitaminsin particular B2 and B3, which strengthen the skin barrier e They carry out a soothing and anti-e-ethical action.
Finally it is The role of antioxidant molecules is also increasingly recognizedlike Lutheine, Licopene and Polyphenols. Able to neutralize the reactive species of oxygen (ROS), the main responsible for photo -aging and the damage to cellular DNA »concludes Ilaria Frosi.
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