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Top 10 Foods for Fairer Skin

Almonds   Almonds are seeds, not nuts, and they're stuffed with vitamin E, a potent sun blocker. Volunteers who consumed 14 milligrams of the vitamin per day (about 20 almonds) and then were exposed to UV light sunburned less than those who took none. "Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant that helps to protect skin cells from UV light and other environmental factors that generate cell-damaging free radicals," explains Jeffrey Dover, M.D., associate clinical professor of dermatology at Yale University. Suitable Switch  2 Tbsp peanut butter; 1/2 cup broccoli  Carrots   Think of them as orange wonder wands-good for eyeballs, good for clearing up breakouts. Credit

Care for the Atopic skin

The following are some of the procedures on how to care for atopic skin; Keep environment temperature constant Wear absorbent and non-irritating clothing (cotton) Use bland soap for laundry and rinse well Keep skin moist and supple Apply emollients or medicated creams immediately after bathing Frequent application of creams to soothe and protect the skin Adequate rest and relaxation are important positive outlook and emotional stability are essential