What to eat (and use) to prepare your skin for the sun.

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A beautiful tan starts with what you eat… and with your beauty routine.

Sun exposure can dehydrate, blemish, and age the skin. But with the right foods and proper care, it's possible to prepare your skin for the sun safely, naturally, and effectively—from the inside out.

1. Betting on beta-carotene

Carrots, pumpkin, mango, and sweet potato stimulate melanin production, protecting and evening out the tan.
MPL Suggestion : The Pure Beauty Protein is rich in antioxidant superfruits like açaí, blueberries, and beetroot — it strengthens the skin from within.

2. Antioxidants in your diet and daily care.

Tomatoes, watermelon, guava, and red berries are rich in lycopene and polyphenols, which protect cells from sun damage.
Bonus tip : Fresh ginger is a natural anti-inflammatory.
MPL Suggestion : Beleza Drops already include anti-inflammatory ingredients that complement the skin's natural sun protection.

3. Hydrate to prevent damage.

Drinking water with lemon, light infusions, and consuming cucumber helps maintain skin elasticity and prevents peeling.
MPL Suggestion : Beauty Drops with silica are ideal for maintaining hydration and giving your skin a visible glow, even on the hottest days.

4. Good fats to strengthen the skin barrier

Consuming avocados, seeds, and nuts helps nourish and protect the skin.
MPL Suggestion : The SPF 30 Sunscreen Oil nourishes and protects simultaneously, with a dry touch and natural scent.

5. Prevent stains before summer

Preparation begins before sun exposure. Hydrating, regenerating, and evening out skin tone is essential.
MPL Suggestion : The Radiant Collection — with Aloe Vera Essence and Bakuchiol Serum — helps to brighten, soften blemishes, and regenerate the skin.

6. Protect every day

Even in the shade, skin needs antioxidant protection.
MPL Suggestion : The Pure Sun Serum SPF 30 , with mineral filters and nourishing oils, is the ideal shield for sensitive skin.

7. Daily ritual for a beautiful and long-lasting tan.

In the morning : Pure Beauty Protein Shake + water with Beauty Drops.
During the day : Hydrate, avoid sugary foods, and apply the Pure Sun Serum SPF30.
At night : Gentle cleansing and application of Radiant Essence to regenerate.

What should I eat to prepare my skin for the sun?

Foods rich in beta-carotene, such as carrots, mangoes, and pumpkins, help stimulate melanin and even out a tan. Antioxidants like tomatoes and red berries protect the skin from sun damage.

What's the best way to hydrate your skin in the summer?

In addition to drinking water, including light infusions and foods like cucumber and lemon helps with hydration. Silica supplements, such as MPL Beauty's Beauty Drops , are also effective.

How to prevent sunspots on the skin?

Prevention begins before sun exposure. Natural products with depigmenting action, such as the Bakuchiol Serum from the MPL Beauty Radiant Collection , help to even out skin tone.

What precautions should I take with my skin before and after sun exposure?

Before sun exposure: a diet rich in antioxidants, hydration, and protection with mineral sunscreens.
After sun exposure: gentle cleansing and regeneration with botanical essences. MPL Beauty offers complete solutions for both phases.

What makes MPL Beauty different from other natural skincare brands in Portugal?

MPL Beauty combines natural ingredients, proven effectiveness, and a unique inside-out approach to beauty. Each product is formulated with powerful active ingredients and adapted to the real needs of the skin, making the brand a benchmark in Portuguese holistic skincare.