Many of us don't think twice about enjoying a cocktail or two outside when the weather is great. However, if you spill that drink it just might be very harmful for your skin!
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What Can Happen To Your Skin When It Mixes With Lime Juice And The Sun Is:
Buzzfeed brought our attention phytophotodermatitis; a chemical reaction that can occur when lime juice mixes with UV rays.
If it gets on skin, lime juice in the sun can cause burns, although, “The severity obviously depends on the amount of juice from the lime that is on your skin and amount of time that is there. It is best to avoid this at all costs,” says Elisabeth Thieriot, a skincare expert.“Most people don’t notice the burns right away. You don’t see the burns until a couple of days have gone by. “
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This news about the damage lime juice and the sun can do to your skin may make you want to enjoy those cocktails indoors from now on. Have you developed this skin condition after drinking a margarita outside?
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Article Source: Food And Wine
Cindy Race-Trevino