Easy ways to protect the skin

Scars happen to everyone, be it a surgery scar or something else, scars are difficult to get rid of. It leaves behind a mark on our skin and in our hearts as well.

As we age, our skin becomes more prone to damage that may lead to scarring. The sun is one of the culprits, along with cuts and scrapes. But there are ways to reduce the chance of getting scars-both old and new ones:

Keeping your skin moisturized can help keep it protected from the environment (wind and sun). There are many products out there from lip balms to lotion you can use for this purpose.

The skin is an important organ that provides protection against the outside environment. It can be one of the first contact points with various types of toxicity and it's also the largest organ humans have. Proper maintenance and care are necessary to keep it healthy for a long time, otherwise, some problems might arise.

There are different natural remedies that can help in protecting your skin from external factors. These are:

• Drinking enough water
• Avoiding sunburns
• Eating foods rich in vitamin A, C, E, and zinc (like oranges)
• Using sunscreen regularly