Why should you use oral sun protection in summer?

Oral sun protection capsules are a food supplement that can be a great help in combating the harmful effects of solar radiation. They can be used all year round, although with particular care in the summer months, when more time is spent outdoors. During this period, the ideal approach is to combine them with cream-based protection.

Advantages of using oral sun protection in summer

Everyone, including children, can useoral sun protection. This is beneficial because, on many occasions, it can be difficult to apply creams with certain types of sun filters properly.

Who are oral sun protectors most suitable for? Firstly, for people who want abeautiful and responsible tan. Likewise, these types of products are suitable for those undergoing aesthetic treatments such as laser hair removal or depigmenting treatments.

They are also very useful forathletes, as sun creams lose effectiveness when sweating, swimming or drying off with a towel.

On the other hand, an oral sun photoprotection factor is suitable for those who suffer fromdermatological conditionssuch as rosacea, vitiligo, psoriasis or dermatitis.

It is also suitable for those with melanomas or a higher risk of developing skin cancer.

Benefits of oral photoprotection

• It is an excellent complement to sun creams, as it completes protection.
• It prevents areas of the body from being left unprotected such as the neck, ears, scalp, eyes, eyelids, the tops of the feet, etc.
• People often forget to reapply the product after swimming, doing outdoor sport or after a couple of hours, which does not happen with oral protection.
• It increases the skin's resistance to damage caused by sun exposure.
• It promotes a more even, natural and beautiful tan.

The best oral sun photoprotection

Below, we show some of the best food supplements to combine with protection against the sun's radiation. At Farmaciasdirect, we are committed to quality products.

In this respect,Heliocare oral sun protectorsnever disappoint, but which one is the best?

Heliocare Ultra D capsules

Theoral sun protectionprovided by these green and orange capsules is maximum. The ingredients inHeliocare Ultra Dare formulated to improve the skin's resistance to sun exposure.

The most important component in its formula is thepatented active ingredient Fernblock®. Over 20 years of research, it has proven to be an effective antioxidant, immunoprotector and repairer of sun damage.

Other ingredients in this supplement are vitamins C and E, lutein and lycopene. In addition, this product helps to slow down and repair the damage the sun may cause. Consequently, it is useful forpreventing photoageing and dark spots, among other imperfections.

It is indicated for skin that is intolerant to the sun or undergoing photosensitising treatments. It can also be used on skin with actinic damage and reactive skin.

Heliocare 360º Sportsun capsules

This food supplement is the bestoral sun protectionfor outdoor sport. From the first dose,Heliocare 360º Sportsunneutralises and repairs, but when combined with topical protection, it provides complete protection.

Its capsules contain a high level of the patented active ingredient Fernblock®, whichincreases the skin's resistance to sun damage. Its complete formula includes minerals such as magnesium, which contributes to normal muscle function and reduces both fatigue and tiredness.

Similarly, its formula contains zinc and vitamin C, which protect cells against oxidative damage.

Vitamin C supports the proper functioning of the immune system before and after intense physical exercise, while vitamin D contributes to the good condition of the musculoskeletal system. It issuitable for vegansand it is recommended to take a couple of capsules daily before sun exposure.

Heliocare 360º D plus capsules

It is a food supplement andoral photoprotectionsuitable for periods of high exposure, as it contains vitamins D and E and niacinamide. These capsules are intended to increase the skin's resistance to the sun and prevent photoageing and dark spots.

Likewise,Heliocare 360º D Plushelps to repair damage caused by free radicals. It can be usedon all skin types, including those with some type of skin condition.

Taking one capsule a day gives the immune system extra support to protect the body from UVA, UVB and IRA radiation, as well as visible light. It is recommended to use it together with a high topical sun protection factor.

Heliocare 360º capsules

Thebest oral sun protectionis the one that works from within the body. Heliocare 360º capsulescontain different antioxidant active ingredients, vitamins, cysteines and prebiotics.

The intelligent combination of its ingredientsprevents dark spots, photoageing and other skin alterations.

Heliocare Advanced capsules

Theoral sun protection fromHeliocare Advancedis the perfect supplement for showing off nourished skin with a healthy tan. It is recommended for preventing skin photoageing, as these capsules have antioxidant and photoprotective properties.

Its formula contains the active ingredient Fernblock®, which is designed to increase the skin's resistance to sun exposure. It iseffective from the first doseand is recommended to be combined with a topical protection factor.

In this way, you achieve uniform and even protection across the entire body surface.

With it, it is possible to reach areas that a cream cannot, such as the ears, eyes or scalp. In turn, they do not contain gluten and their beta-carotene content speeds up tanning.

Heliocare Bronze capsules

Heliocare Bronze capsulesare hard gelatine capsules, chocolate in colour, and an excellent photoimmunoprotector that also speeds up tanning. They combine active ingredients tostimulate the skin and deliver an intense, healthy and even tan naturally.

Thanks to Forskolin®, they stimulate the natural synthesis of melanin without the need for solar radiation. In addition, these capsules include the active ingredient Fernblock®, which increases the skin's resistance to the sun.

One of the main reasons to choose it over others is thatit offers two levels of effectiveness: it protects against photoageing and enhances tanning. Even so, it is not recommended for skin with melasma, as it could increase its intensity.

Theseoral sun protectionproducts are available in Farmaciasdirect's online store to complement topical protection.