Blue light, mainly emitted by LED lighting and electronic devices such as computers and phones, accelerates skin aging by oxidizing cells. By affecting the production of collagen and elastin, it prevents the skin from regenerating properly. This prematurely causes sagging skin, wrinkles, a duller complexion and even hyperpigmentation. Unlike UV rays, the harmful effects of blue light do not appear immediately. We therefore wanted to share with you 3 tips to prevent its harmful effects.
TAKE CARE OF YOUR SKIN NATURALLY
Start by using antioxidant products, like vitamin C, which help reduce the breakdown of skin cells by fighting free radicals (harmful substances). Vitamin C needs can be met by consuming fruits and vegetables. Here is an exhaustive list of foods that contain a lot of vitamin C: acerola, guava, black currant, fresh parsley, fresh thyme, chili pepper, horseradish, kale, bell pepper, broccoli, cabbage Brussels, kiwi, fresh dill, collard greens, papaya, strawberry, orange, pineapple and lemon. It is also crucial to hydrate and nourish your skin daily to protect it from external aggressions (pollution, UV, blue light, infrared radiation). By strengthening your hydrolipidic film (skin defense barrier), you improve the regeneration capacity of your skin.
REDUCE EXPOSURE TIME TO BLUE LIGHT
You can have control over a few things that allow you to significantly reduce your exposure to blue light. First, it is important to maintain a good distance from your electronic devices. You can also follow the 20-20-20 rule, which means taking a 20-second screen break every 20 minutes while looking at something more than 6 meters (20 feet) away. In the evening, you can use the filter function integrated into your devices (night shift) in addition to closing all your devices 1 hour before going to bed. For children, you can follow the recommendations of the Canadian Pediatric Society (CPS) .
CPS Recommendations Recommended Screen Time for Children | Children 2 years and under | Children 2 to 5 years old | Children aged 6 and over |
Recommended Screen Time | Should not be placed in front of a screen. If you decide to present a screen to your little one on certain occasions, we suggest that you refer to the recommendations issued for children aged 2 to 5 years. | They can be exposed to screens for a maximum of 1 hour per day, on all screens (television, cell phone, tablet). Prioritize lit rooms in the house. | Monitor screen time, constructive use, signs of problematic use, and model healthy use so as not to fuel feelings of injustice. |
USE EFFECTIVE SUN PROTECTION
A good sunscreen will be your best ally. Opt for a broad-spectrum sunscreen (protecting against UVA/UVB) with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30. These products block virtually 97% of harmful rays.
We strongly believe that these 3 tips can make a huge difference in the routine care of your health. We want to take the time to thank everyone who shares this blog article in order to help as many people as possible obtain this valuable advice.
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