Naturally Beautiful Skin with No Makeup

Whether we like it or not, beautiful, radiant skin is what gets noticed first. I think we all dream of healthy, smooth and even skin that looks great in its natural version without makeup. Especially in the summer, on the beach, while we’re on holiday or weekend trips, as well as during outdoor activities after work. Do you sometimes wish you could just lock all the concealers in a drawer? But how to do it without worrying about the appearance, how to feel free and comfortable?

The key is to take proper and comprehensive care of yourself both from the outside and from the inside. Unfortunately, there are many factors that negatively affect our skin on a daily basis. These include: oxidative stress, UV radiation, polluted air, unhealthy diet, inadequate care, poor sleep quality, dehydration. All of them accelerate the aging process and take away the natural beauty. Today we will focus on the first two.

 

 

Oxidative Stress

Free radicals (oxidants) are reactive oxygen species that are a side effect of reactions that take place in the body. When there are too many of them, the structure of proteins, lipids and even DNA can be damaged. When the cells are unable to neutralize them, the so-called oxidative stress, i.e. a state of homeostasis disorder, may begin to take its toll, which, among other things, can accelerate skin aging. This results in the loss of firmness and elasticity of the skin, weakening of the skin’s ability to protect against UV radiation, and a decrease in the skin’s immune system. Antioxidants play a huge role in the process of neutralizing and fighting free radicals in the body.

 

UV Radiation

On the one hand, ultraviolet radiation emitted by the sun has a beneficial effect on the body, as it stimulates the production of vitamin D3, which, among other things, affects the functioning of the immune system. On the other hand, it is responsible for skin photoaging, damaging collagen and elastin, promotes the proliferation of free radicals and is one of the carcinogenic factors. After prolonged exposure to UVA and UVB radiation, the skin can become dry and dull, with an earthy tint. In addition, inflammation and irritation are more common. There is a decrease in skin firmness and increase in wrinkles, discoloration and problems with pigmentation.

Fortunately, we can protect our skin from free radicals and the harmful effects of radiation, not only through diet and care with sunscreen, but also through appropriate supplementation. A new Levann Supplements No Make Up Skin has just appeared in the Foods by Ann store. It is a supplement in the form of capsules containing ingredients that support the skin from the inside: vitamin C*, bitter orange extract, pearl extract, copper*, Lycopene and Zealutein®, as well as BioPerine® black pepper extract*.

 

 

No Make Up Skin

No Make Up Skin can be helpful for those who care about maintaining a healthy and radiant skin, resistant to the side effects of summer sunbathing. Take care of yourself from the inside out and support yourself in four areas:

• protection against oxidative stress*,
• natural support in the fight against skin photoaging,
• even, uniform skin tone, without discoloration*,
• additional support for minor imperfections.

Makeup perfectly emphasizes our strengths and sometimes it is worth doing it to feel special. However, in the summer, we do not always want and need to put on make-up. A healthy diet rich in antioxidants and supplementation can help us feel good about ourselves just the way we are naturally.

 

*Vitamin C helps in the proper production of collagen to ensure the proper functioning of blood vessels and skin, and helps protect cells from oxidative stress.

*Copper helps maintain proper skin pigmentation. Helps protect cells from oxidative stress.

*Piperine helps cleanse the skin by promoting blood circulation through the tiny blood vessels and capillaries.

 

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