Dietary supplements cannot protect the skin from the sun’s rays, only external factors are effective, and chemical filters protect them better than physical ones. Vera Voronina, a dermatologist at the Rassvet clinic, told socialbites.ca about this.
“It is by no means possible to replace photoprotection with the use of dietary supplements. Only limited data are available on the use of beta-carotene in patients with photodermatosis,” Voronina explained.
The dermatologist also said that substances that protect the skin from ultraviolet radiation are divided into two main groups: chemical and physical filters. Second, it forms a white film on the surface. It’s not always comfortable, but it’s less irritating to the skin and safer.
“Chemical filters neutralize radiation energy by using it in photochemical reactions. Such tools are more comfortable and allow you to create higher protection. But most allergic reactions to sunscreens are due to chemical filters. In addition, the mechanisms of action on the skin and body when they penetrate, as well as their possible effects on the environment and aquatic ecosystems have not been fully studied, ”said Voronina.
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