The fruit is packed with lycopene,
a potent antioxidant that aids in
skin cell repair and renewal
to reverse—and prevent—
sun-related damage, as well as
anti-inflammatory compounds that help reduce
swelling. Plus, the chill from applying a frozen tomato
onto skin helps lower body temperature and ease pain.
QTRY IT! Use a blender to puree a frozen tomato until
smooth. Massage the “paste” onto sunburned skin. Let
sit for 15 minutes, then rinse.Soothe a sunburn with a
frozen tomato salveHalt chafi ng
with a minty
ointment
Petroleum jelly creates a
barrier on sk in that pre-
vents the thigh-rubbing
friction that leads to cha f-
ing. Combining it with vita-
min E (a study-proven skin
healer) and peppermint oil
(its menthol cools) will
calm and repair irrita-
tion you already have.
QTRY IT! Mix 2 Tbs.
of petroleum jelly, the
liquid from 1 vitamin E
capsule and 3 drops of pep-
permint essential oil. Rub a
nickel-size amount of the mix-
ture onto dry skin along the inner
thighs. Store
leftovers in a
resealable
container.