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Get a sun block that suits your skin type (Normal, Oily or
Dry).
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A sun tan lotion is better than a cream for oily skin.
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Herbal concoctions are better for sensitive skins as they have
fewer
side effects.
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Use a sunscreen that has a moisturiser and apply on the neck,
behind your ears, arms and exposed neck.
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Apply sunscreen atleast 45 minutes before you go out in the
sun.
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Spray perfume on your clothes and not on your skin.
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Try added protection like a hat, longer sleeves etc.
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Lots of carrots - they have Beta-Carotene, which is a skin
protector.
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Avoid Spinach, if you have a sun allergy.
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Drink atleast 8-10 glasses of water everyday.
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Take in as much of Vitamin E as possible. Wheat germ and
custard apple are good sources of Vitamin E.
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Milk has lactic acid which when applied, acts as a mild peeling
agent.
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Potato juice has a soothing effect and lightens a tan.