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What is inflammaging - and why should women care?
Inflammaging sounds less like a scientific term and more like the next big TikTok craze. Maybe it involves posting artsy photos of beach bonfires or eating lots of chilli peppers in the quest for glowing skin? In reality, it’s neither of those things - and please don’t try the latter. Inflammaging is a blend of ‘inflammation’ and ‘ageing’, referring to the low-grade, chronic inflammation that gradually develops in your body as you get older. Unlike many social media buzzwords, this is one worth paying attention to because, if left unchecked, it can seriously damage your health, particularly for women.
What does aftersun do and do you really need it?
Visit any British beach in summertime and you'll likely see a landscape of pink and red sunburned bodies. Spending time in the sun can catch out even the most devoted sun cream wearers from time to time. Aftersun can't reverse sun damage, but its soothing and hydrating ingredients can ease short-term sunburn symptoms.
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