Tomatoes For Sunburn?


Updated 10/14/11 11:48 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 14 comments

Tomatoes For Sunburn?

Tomatoes might just be my favorite "veggie that is really a fruit." And now I have yet another reason to love them. It appears that eating tomatoes can improve the skins ability to protect against UV rays, which can cause premature aging of the skin as well as skin cancer. Although the study was quite small, involving only 20 volunteers, the results are promising. Ten volunteers ate 55 grams Read more

Get in Gear: Bolle Sport Sunglasses


Updated 06/28/07 10:00 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 2 comments

Get in Gear:  Bolle Sport Sunglasses

Sunglasses are a must anytime of year, but especially in the summer when we spend so much time outdoors. If you run, hike, bike, or spend time on the water, you need a pair that will stay on your face even if you're sweaty, wearing sunscreen, or it's windy. I found a line from Bolle called Serpent - it's a wrap around style so they fit snug against your face. They also have non-slip thermogrip Read more

How Carrie Underwood Gets Grammy-Ready


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How Carrie Underwood Gets Grammy-Ready

Carrie Underwood, everyone's favorite Grammy-winning country singer and performer, has been using the suite of Olay deep cleansers to give her face a clean beyond what the eye (and cameras) can see. To prep for last night's Grammy Awards, Carrie first used Olay Shine Control Lathering Cleanser to get a deep, down-to-the-pore cleansing to minimize shine. With all those flash bulbs on the red Read more

5 Can't-Fail Winter Skin Care Tips


Updated 12/16/11 5:14 PM · Posted by Real Beauty · 1 comment

How to Treat Dry Skin This Winter

We're happy to present this article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty. Just because you're showing less skin during the colder months doesn't mean you can skimp on a proper skin-care regimen. Dr. Mitchell Chasin, medical director of the Reflections Center for Skin and Body, tells us his top tips for keeping yours hydrated and healthy all season long. Tip #1: Find a body wash that Read more

Skin Saving Protection From Summer's Harsh Rays


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Best Products to Protect Kids From the Sun

Take cover! A significant percentage of our exposure to sun occurs by age 18, and with Summer in full swing, beaches, pools, and other outdoor activities rule the day. While avoiding the sun completely just isn't an option for most families, Mr. Golden Sun's dangerous UV rays can be avoided with the right accessories. Infants' thin skin and underdeveloped melanin can cause their skin to burn Read more

The Lazy Girl's Guide to Fall Skin-Care Prep


Updated 11/05/11 3:55 PM · Posted by Real Beauty · 1 comment

How to Prepare Your Skin For Fall

  We're happy to present this article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty. Transitioning from summer to fall isn't just tough on your wardrobe. Dry air and colder temps can do a number on already-sensitive skin. For some insider tips on how to best pamper your mug to take on seasonal climate changes, read more. Read more

Breakfast Ideas For Healthy Skin and Fewer Wrinkles


Updated 10/17/11 4:15 AM · Posted by Prevention · 0 comments

5 Breakfast Ideas For Healthy Skin and Fewer Wrinkles

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! Reduce wrinkles and look younger with your a.m. meal By Mara Betsch, Prevention There's more to getting healthy, glowing skin than buying the perfect anti-aging skincare products. "You can put on all the makeup and concealer in the world, but unless you're eating a diet full of beauty foods, your skin will not look Read more

Foods That Improve Dry Skin


Updated 09/28/11 11:57 AM · Posted by · 7 comments

Foods That Help Dry Skin

The humid days of Summer leave skin feeling moist and supple, but Fall's cooler temps have just the opposite effect. Since there's less humidity in the air, skin is more likely to become dry, uncomfortable, and itchy — often resulting in a red flaky mess! Besides using a rich moisturizer, turning down the heat, and using a humidifier, eating these foods can also help improve dry Read more

4 Scary Sunburn Myths Revealed


Updated 06/14/11 11:27 AM · Posted by Allure · 6 comments

Sunburn Myths and Facts Revealed

We're excited to share this enlightening article from Allure: The next time you're hanging out at the beach, you might want to watch what you say about sunscreen, or at least speak a little softer—you never know, a beauty editor might be lounging next to you, hanging on your every word. Case in point: I recently got back from vacation in Mexico, and after a week of relaxing at the beach and in Read more

Protect Your Peepers With UV-Rated Shades


Updated 10/14/11 11:49 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Protect Your Peepers With UV-Rated Shades

Sunshine in your eyes can do more than make you cry; UV rays, both A and B, can cause serious damage to your baby blues. Since you can't put sunscreen on your eyelids or cover your cornea with zinc oxide, you need to protect your peepers with quality shades that are UV rated. It is recommended that you wear shades the provide 99 percent UVB protection and 95 percent UVA protection, but Read more