While you head out to catch a few rays on the beach, keep in mind that the sun can damage your skin, so proper protection is the key. Though summmer’s warm days just left us, it’s always important to remember these quick tips on how to keep your skin protected!

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Protect yourself while out during the day. Even if it is cloudy or overcast, UV rays can still penetrate light clouds, mist or fog. Use a water-resistant sunscreen rated SPF 15 or higher, and make sure it provides broad-spectrum protection, which guards you from both UVA and UVB rays.

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Keep in mind that skin damage can still happen without sunburn, and that SPF numbers are not necessarily proportionate to the amount of protection offered. For example, a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 deflects 93% of rays, while SPF 30 deflects 97%, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).

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A great way to multitask your skin management is to use a moisturizer that contains an SPF of at least 15, and apply all over to any exposed skin. Do not forget some often overlooked areas like the ears, the tops of your feet, the back of the neck and the scalp. Be sure to re-apply frequently.

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Wearing tightly woven clothing helps deflect UV rays more effectively than cotton T-shirts. The shirt’s label should also indicate whether it protects from UVs. Wear a hat to protect yourself from the sun’s harmful rays, and choose one preferably with a wide brim to shade your face.

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Too much exposure to the sun can also take its toll on your eyes. UV radiation could lead to cataracts, so don’t forget to break out the shades.

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While minimizing exposure to the sun helps keep your skin looking good, eating right can add to and boost your already healthy regimen.

Try adding these foods to your shopping list this summer:

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Sweet potatoes these are packed with beta-carotene, a type of vitamin-A that prevents and reduces sunburn damage. This is ideal for those who are sensitive to the sun.

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Teastudies show that a daily dose of green or black tea (one to two cups) helps protect you from sunburn, prevents wrinkles and reduces your chances of skin cancer by up to 30 percent.

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Spinachthis leafy green is also good for reducing the risk of skin cancer, according to an Australian study. Spinach, along with kale and other dark greens, contains folic acid, vitamins A, C and E, as well as many other ingredients that protect the skin from UV rays.

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Beeryes, you read that correctly. Melatonin, a hormone found in beer, helps control sleep cycles. Beer also acts an antioxidant, and serves as a protector against UV damage.

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Dark chocolatein addition to being good for the heart, the flavonols found in dark chocolate help guard against sunburn or other effects of UV damage.

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Don’t forgetWater – it is last on this list, but certainly not the least. When skin doesn’t get a sufficient amount of water, it will tend to be dry, tight and flaky. Dry skin has less resilience and is more prone to wrinkling. Hydration is the key to just about every healthy aspect of your life and keeping your skin healthy is no exception.

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Sourceshttp://www.webmd.com/beauty/sun/how-your-skin-can-survive-summer

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-3752/Top-10-tips-protect-skin-sun.html

http://www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-05-2013/foods-to-protect-summer-skin-photos.html

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