Fair foods aren’t generally known for being healthy, but you can make smart choices this year when you’re swimming through the masses looking for something to eat. According to WebMD, certain foods can diminish signs of aging, protect the skin against sun damage, and minimize inflammation. We’ve taken a look at the new 2019 Minnesota State Fair food and pulled out a few recommendations for grub rich in antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins that may promote healthy, youthful skin.

Seafood

Shrimp and crab are a great source of selenium. According to the National Institutes of Health, selenium protects the body against cell and tissue damage from oxidative stress. Oxidative stress is an imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants caused by diet, lifestyle, or environmental factors. Try Funky Grits’ Shrimp & Grits Fritters at the fair to incorporate this essential mineral in your diet for the day.

Freshwater Fish

Tuna and salmon contain CoQ10, a nutrient that helps generate energy in the cells and softens wrinkles and other signs of aging. This compound also protects the body from oxidative damage from UV rays. You can get smoked salmon on a stick or in a wrap from Giggles Campfire Grill.

Veggies

Carrots, peppers, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and kale contain vitamin A and vitamin C that clear brown spots and acne and regulate the production of collagen and elastin. Look for foods that incorporate these vegetables, like Shanghaied Henri’s Carolina Pit-Smoked Brisket Taco, topped with kale, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and carrots. iPierogi will also be serving Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, filled with seasoned ground pork and rice.

Nuts

Nuts contain vitamin E that moisturizes and heals the skin. Check out Brim’s gluten- and dairy-free Grilled Sota Sandwich complete with cinnamon nut butter and blueberry marmalade. Nut butter contains polyunsaturated fats, protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals—all healthy nutrients your body deserves.

In addition, look for vendors selling foods with:

• Citrus fruits, known for promoting a radiant and glowing complexion.
• Berries and sweet potatoes, rich in antioxidants that help minimize wrinkles and dry skin.
• Green tea, which stops inflammation, slows DNA damage, and can even out skin tone.
• Walnuts rich in omega-3s and omega-6s, fatty acids that keep the skin smooth and young-looking. 

Water

Above all, stay hydrated. Your skin contains 64 percent water. Our bodies lose water constantly, particularly on hot days. Drinking adequate water will help your body’s digestive system, improve circulation, prevent wrinkles, and rid your skin of toxins.

The trusted skin care professionals at Belladerm MedSpa are passionate about your skin’s youthfulness and vitality. Supplement your diet with our rejuvenating skin care procedures and medical cosmetics. Contact us for more information or to request an appointment with our beauty experts.

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Don’t be afraid to show a bit of skin this summer, but make sure to protect it from harmful UV rays. That doesn’t mean you have to lather on the heavy foundation. Follow these summer skin care tips so you can show off your bare-faced, beautiful complexion all season long:

BOTOX®

If you’ve been squinting in the sun and are struggling with frown lines, crow’s feet, or deep forehead wrinkles, consider BOTOX®. This treatment only takes a few minutes and is performed by our highly skilled injection specialists. With BOTOX®, you won’t have to worry about those lines getting deeper.

Fillers

In the summer, your levels of hyaluronic acid (HA) may decrease the more you are in the sun. HA is a naturally occurring substance in your body that retains water, giving you plumper, softer, and smoother skin. Skip the highlighting and opt for a non-surgical face lift with our dermal fillers, which replace the HA you have lost over the years.

Facials

Whether you are in search of therapeutic relaxation or a fun date with your partner or friends, facials offer numerous health benefits. Facials detoxify the skin, promote blood circulation, lower stress, and treat acne.

• The Bella Classic Corrective and Gentlemen’s Executive™ defend against environmental aggressors, reduce imperfections, and feel amazing at the same time.
• Our specialized HydraFacial™ exfoliates to clear away imperfections like sun damage, blackheads, whiteheads, enlarged pores, acne, brown spots, uneven skin tone, and wrinkles. This four-in-one treatment uses a variety of revolutionary serums and is great for oily or acne-prone skin.

Microneedling

Microneedling is the perfect treatment for busy summer schedules. It’s quick and versatile, treating a variety of skin issues from hyperpigmentation and scars to sun damage and stretch marks. The more skin is exposed to the sun, the less collagen it produces. Microneedling increases the production of collagen, making your skin look and act younger. Best of all? It’s not just for the face; treatments can be applied to the neck, arms, hands, legs, abdomen, and back.

Medical Cosmetics

Our skin is the most exposed organ to harmful stressors during the summer. You should proactively defend your skin using high-grade medical cosmetics for your daily morning and evening routine.

• The SkinMedica® aesthetic product line includes repairing creams and sunscreen formulated to restore the skin and promote self-healing.
• iS Clinical® serums improve complexion and provide antioxidant protection.
• Colorescience®  offers non-chemical sunscreen to protect your skin from harmful UV rays throughout the day.
• Epionce® toners and cleansers keep your skin clean, refreshed, and clear of acne.

Your skin is your body’s largest organ, and it absorbs up to 60 percent of what you put on it. At Belladerm MedSpa, we believe it deserves the best treatment. Our expert aestheticians can recommend the products and services that will fit your body and goals. Request an appointment or contact us to learn more.

At Belladerm, we LOVE rolling out new products to you and this one is sure to get a lot of buzz.  SkinMedica just launched an amazing new duo called The LUMIVIVE™ System. This powerful two-step system is designed to protect skin from blue light and environmental damage. Everyone knows to avoid sun damage but THIS? Chances are this type of damage isn’t on your radar. But did you know that the average person spends around 10 hours in front of a screen daily?! Are you aware that blue light produced by screens actually causes skin damage by degrading antioxidants in the skin? It also increases free radicals that cause aging, dark spots, wrinkles, and saggy or loose skin.

Benefits of LUMIVIVE™

Since aging is accelerated from many modern environmental factors (pollution, blue light, UV rays, heat, etc..) LUMIVIVE™ is designed to protect skin from these external factors. Simply add this to any skincare routine that you already have in place. It is designed for ALL skin types. Defend from environmental aggressors during the day with LUMIVIVE™ Day Damage Defense Serum and revitalize and detoxify at night while you rest with Night Revitalize Repair Complex. Visible results of truly radiant skin can be revealed in as little as 14 days, users have reported. This innovation is a game changer! Click here for more info and check out the special HA5 freebie offer below.

If you are ready to defend and recharge your skin, we’d love to see you at Belladerm. You will be among the first to take advantage of an awesome promotion available right now: RECEIVE A FULL SIZE HA5 with the purchase of LUMIVIVE™.  ($178 value – available while supplies last)