The Sun

[PerpetualImperfexion]

So I just got back from a trip to Washington DC. It goes wothout saying that I was exposed to the sun. I'm curious about some of the positive effects that came of this. First of all my face seems to have cleared significantly, even though I didn't use my acne meds the entire time I was there. Three days later its still looking pretty good (back on the meds now). Secondly my hair seems to be a lot softer. Not just on my head, arms, and other places exposed to the sun but also on my armpits (it feels like petting a cat). I haven't gotten this much sun in a few months, is it possible I have (or had) some kind of vitamin d deficiency?

[SammieRose]

You did help produce more Vitamin D, also the UVB/A rays help clear up your skin a little by upping the temperature on your skin and thus helping your immune system to fight the infections. Yes, zits are actually clogged pores that get a small infection and your body's white cells fight. What you squeeze out is the leftovers of the fight between the foreign bodies (dirt and so) and your immune system.

[MickeyMouse]

Absolutely! Many of my family suffer from vitamin D deficiency and are on suppliments, they have all said similar benefits from taking the Vitamin D as you have (Clearer & softer skin). You could ask for a blood test in the coming weeks to see if you do have vitamin D deficiency.