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.

Platelet-rich plasma therapy, or PRP treatment, has become one of the most popular and effective skin rejuvenation methods in recent years. Often referred to as the vampire facial, PRP treatment uses your body’s own growth factors to achieve younger, smoother, and healthier skin. Read on for the benefits of PRP treatment.

What is Platelet-rich Plasma Therapy?

PRP treatment is the process of inserting small amounts of concentrated plasma from your own blood into your skin via multiple small injections around your face. This stimulates rapid skin repair and induces collagen replacement. PRP treatment is widely known in the medical field, for healing injuries such as arthritis, tendinitis, ACL injuries, tennis elbow, and more.

The Platelet-rich Plasma Process

The first step of PRP therapy is to draw the patient’s blood. The next step is to isolate the platelets from the blood and then inject the platelet-rich material back into the area that is being treated to encourage new cell growth. Belladerm MedSpa combines this PRP therapy with micro-needling to achieve even greater, quicker, and more visible results. The addition of micro-needling triggers your body to heal itself without any foreign substances. The skin will safely repair itself by producing more collagen.

The Benefits of PRP Treatment

Au Natural

Platelet-rich plasma therapy is completely natural. You’re using your body’s own growth factors to stimulate an already natural process of skin restoration. No foreign substances or chemicals are injected into your face, side effects are limited, and there is little to no downtime after the treatment.

Revitalization

PRP treatment repairs damaged skin and imperfections including acne scars, sun spots, melasma, stretch marks, and wrinkles. Therefore, also improving skin texture. If that’s not premier revitalization, we don’t know what is.

Little to No Pain

Since we use a topical numbing cream and the process of micro-needling only affects the top layer of your skin, there is little to no pain during and after the treatment. Many customers even say the experience is comfortable and relaxing.

Platelet-rich plasma therapy is a highly effective treatment with nearly no negative side effects. Why not try something that will benefit your skin’s health and therefore help rid it of imperfections at the same time? For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Belladerm MedSpa today.