Linda MilesUpdated Aug 19, 2015
Dealing with sun exposure can be tricky. Sun rays are damaging, while too little sunlight can leave us lacking vitamin D. Find out how to balance the good and bad while keeping your skin safe.
Sun exposure is one of the primary causes of skin damage and aging. The free radicals created by sun rays can damage just about all the structures of your skin, accelerating the aging process and causing fine lines, wrinkles, and dark spots. But sunlight is needed for healthy vitamin D and for the production of several “feel good” brain chemicals. So how do you protect your skin from sun damage while still reaping the sun’s benefits?
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