5 natural remedies to protect your skin from UV rays and sun damage

Glowing skin Going out in the sun during summer has its own drawbacks. The tan lines and the sun damage makes you look old and wrinkly and the sun just doesn't show any mercy on us. And then we have to spend your precious time and money to find the right kind of de-tan and skin toning facial. But why undergo a chemical treatment when you can use these easily available natural ingredients? Anju Majeed, senior scientist and director at Sami Labs, tell you which ones you should use.barley Barley Beta Glucans: It is extracted from Barley (Hordeum vulgare) seeds that have more than 25 % beta glucan. It helps in moisturising the skin and also offers UV protection.caffeine Caffeine: Yes the caffeine in your coffee kick-starts your day, but did you know it can protect your skin from sun damage? Caffeine has antioxidant properties that protects the skin against UV radiation and also slows down the process of photageing.[1]galanga extract Galanga extract--Glanaga or Chinese ginger is a herb from the ginger family. The galanga extract is made from the Kaempferia galangal roots and contains a minimum of 98 percent Ethyl p-methoxycinnamic acid. This extracts not only lightens the skin but also protects it from light damage. It also reduces the appearance of scars and fights against ageing.turmeric and honey Turmeric powder and honey: This mixture has been used since ages to treat sunburns and moisturise the skin.Vijaysar Vijaysar is a tree, whose bark has been linked with managing weight and diabetes. Ayurveda suggests that Vijaysar releases resin in their bark, which ensures a healthy digestive system. You can mix Vijaysar in your morning herbal tea to get your desired belly size.