Summer is upon us but you’re slathered on the SPF, is there anything else you can do? Researchers suggest that what you eat can help protect your skin from the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays. So grab an apple and a good book and read on.
LED light therapy is a non-invasive way to zap sun spots and brighten skin tone, Wong says. During a 30-minute session, LED red and near-infrared light pass through and “kick start” cells to rejuvenate skin. Overheating increases melanin activity, so cool down skin as soon as possible after sun exposure and exercise. A cold cloth or ice pack will do the trick, or try freezing toner in ice cube trays (one of last week’s tips for beating the heat).