Just a few days ago, The New York Times reported that toxic pollutants in the air can affect the skin’s aging process. A study done on data from subjects in Germany and China found an association between air pollution and brown spots on the skin.
In response, major beauty companies are now offering a new type of skin care product: “pollution protection.”
Read the article for all the technical details of how pollution is affecting your skin.
But skip all the expensive recommended beauty products listed. I haven’t checked all the labels, but I suspect they contain their own pollutants.
The article clearly states the best defense against air pollution is a regular routine of gentle cleansing and application of vitamin C serum or vitamin E to the skin on your face.
THE NEW YORK TIMES: What’s All the Fuss About Pollution-Fighting Skin Care?
JOURNAL OF INVESTIGATIVE DERMATOLOGY: Expanding Our Understanding of Human Skin Aging
