The heat of the summer presents a heightened probability for skin damage. During this time of the year, it is especially crucial to keep your skin protected from the hot sun. Here are few tips to minimize your chances of skin damage:
- Use Protective Beauty Products:
Using moisturizers and makeup with an SPF value of 30 or larger is a great way to keep your skin healthy and young. Incorporating sunscreen into your daily routine is a must for the summer, and your skin will thank you for it in the future.
- Know Your Skin Type:
We’re all at the risk of skin damage, but some of us are more than others. Those with fairer skin are more susceptible to future skin complications. Be mindful if your skin is very sensitive to the sun. Use stronger sunscreen and reapply often. Knowing your skin type and how to properly protect it is the secret to a healthy, even complexion.
- Wear Sunglasses—the Bigger, the Better:
Sun exposure is very dangerous to our eyes. It can cause under-eye wrinkles and early aging, therefore it is crucial we protect them. Sunglasses are a great way to shield our eyes from the sun. The larger they are, the better. Larger frames cover more skin and protect them from the harmful glare of the summer sun.
- Wear a Sun Hat:
You can select a stylish wide-brimmed hat to help block the sun. A hat protects the top of your head, where you can’t apply sunscreen, and it also offers added protection for your face and neck, which are often at the most risk for skin damage.
- Take Cold Showers:
Hot showers after a long day of sun exposure can be especially threatening to your skin. The heat of the water can cause skin to dry up and become flaky, leaving little-to-no moisture. A cold shower refines your skin, allowing it to breathe. It can prevent clogged pores, and reduce the chances of acne breakouts. Next time you want to hop in a steamy shower after a long day in the sun, think twice about the potential damage it can do to your skin.
- Eat More Antioxidants and Drink More Water:
Dehydration results into dry skin, frown-lines, spots, a sluggish complexion and a lack of glow. Eating enough antioxidants gives protection against the sun’s harmful rays. Fill up on fruits and vegetables, drink plenty of water and stay hydrated this summer to protect your skin.
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