Can supplements prevent sunburn?
Sun exposure is great for boosting our mood and vitamin D levels, but too much leads to sunburn, increasing premature ageing, and the risk of skin cancer.
Of course, skincare isn’t only about preventing sunburn and supplements do have a role to play in skin health and healing.
But a lesson from someone who still got sunburnt in the shade of a beach umbrella ✋🏼: take your multivitamin for its myriad benefits - including skin health - but pack the coverup and SPF too!!
Let's dive into one of the many benefits of antioxidant supplements; helping protect and heal your skin.
The Antioxidant Heroes in our Multivitamin
Vitamin E
This potent antioxidant helps neutralise free radicals generated by UV exposure, protecting your skin from oxidative stress and supporting skin repair.
Vitamin C
Known for its role in collagen synthesis, Vitamin C also combats free radicals.
CoQ10
CoQ10 levels in the skin decline with age and sun exposure. Supplementing with CoQ10 helps maintain skin elasticity and reduces the appearance of fine lines.
Natural Beta Carotene from Algae
A precursor to Vitamin A, beta carotene is a powerful antioxidant that can bolster your skin’s defence against sun damage and improve overall skin health.
Zinc
Zinc plays a crucial role in maintaining skin integrity and supports repair and wound healing.
Alpha Lipoic Acid
This antioxidant is both fat and water-soluble, allowing it to protect all parts of the cell from oxidative damage. It also regenerates other antioxidants, enhancing their protective effects.
Sun Protection is Essential
While antioxidant nutrients are fantastic for protecting your cells from premature ageing, promoting skin integrity and wound healing, they don’t replace the protective barrier of clothing and sunscreen.
