Don’t just rely on cream! Recommend drinking 5 vegetable-fruit juices to “fight the sun” and help replenish collagen, restore clear skin from within.
No matter how sunny it is, don’t be afraid. Just have 5 vegetable-fruit juices for beautiful skin for summer. Easy to drink, you can make it yourself at home!
Summer in Thailand is notorious for its intense sunlight, which can make your skin feel irritated and dark just by walking out of the house for a few minutes. Many people turn to sunscreen, long-sleeved shirts, or face masks. But did you know that there is a gentle and sustainable way to protect your skin from the sun from the inside? Fruit and vegetable juices can effectively protect your skin from the sun and restore it.
Nutrition and skin experts confirm that certain fruits and vegetables contain antioxidants and nutrients that help strengthen the skin’s defenses against UV rays and stimulate collagen production to keep the skin strong, smooth, and healthy even when exposed to the sun every day. Let’s see what the top 5 sun-protective fruit and vegetable juices are that are easy to find in our local markets.
Tomato Juice – Natural Sunscreen from Lycopene
Tomatoes contain lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that helps protect the skin from UV rays. A study from the British Journal of Dermatology (2008) found that continuous consumption of lycopene can reduce sun damage by up to 30% . The vitamin C in tomatoes also helps soothe the skin, reduce inflammation and stimulate collagen production to keep the เล่น UFABET ผ่านมือถือ สะดวกทุกที่ ทุกเวลา skin moist and elastic.
Tip : Add a little lemon juice and honey to the tomato juice to enhance the flavor and boost your skin after sun exposure.
Carrot Juice – Skin doesn’t darken even when exposed to sunlight with beta-carotene
Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which is converted to vitamin A in the body. It helps restore skin structure, stimulates collagen production, and reduces the risk of sunburn. A study in the Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that consuming beta-carotene for 10 weeks can increase the skin’s ability to protect itself from the sun and reduce redness and inflammation after sun exposure.
Tip : Mix carrot juice with orange or apple to add natural sweetness, make it easy to drink and still retain all the benefits.
Watermelon Juice – Moisturizes and cools skin after sun exposure
Watermelon is a super cooling fruit and also contains lycopene as high as 4.5 mg. per 100 grams, more than tomatoes. It also contains 92% water, helping to moisturize and quickly repair sunburned skin. A study from Food & Function (2014) indicated that lycopene from watermelon can absorb UV rays, reduce damage to skin cells and help restore skin to be bright again faster.
Tip : Drink chilled watermelon juice immediately after sun exposure to help reduce skin heat and prevent skin from darkening.
Pomegranate Juice – Builds skin barrier, reduces freckles, dark spots, and blemishes.
Pomegranates contain antioxidants called Punicalagin and Ellagic acid , which help reduce the production of melanin, which is the cause of dark skin, freckles and melasma, and protect skin cells from UV rays. Research from Queen Margaret University, Scotland found that pomegranate extract can increase the skin’s ability to protect itself from the sun by up to 25%.
Tip : Mix pomegranate juice with strawberries or blueberries to get a complete anti-aging drink.
Aloe Vera Juice – Cools the skin from within, reduces inflammation
Aloe vera is not only good for your skin, but drinking aloe vera juice can also help reduce body heat, fight inflammation, and heal sunburned skin from within. A study from the Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology (2009) found that aloe vera extract can reduce DNA damage caused by UVB rays and stimulate collagen production.
Tip : Drink chilled aloe vera juice in the morning to give your skin a fresh, sun-kissed glow.
Here are some things you should know before drinking vegetable and fruit juice to protect yourself from the sun:
- Drink regularly every day, especially before 9 am or after sun exposure.
- Use with sunscreen, sun protection clothing and hats because fruit juice is just an additional aid.
- Choose fresh, clean fruits that are free from chemicals and sugar.
- If you are pregnant or have a chronic disease, you should consult your doctor before drinking regularly.
Sunscreen fruit and vegetable juices not only help your skin stay beautiful and sun-resistant, but they are also good for your overall health. Drink them every day… sustainable good skin!