Summer Skin Care
Excessive heat during the summers disturb the desperate oil-water balance in the body. Skin in an area that’s catches radiation therapy should be protected from the sun with a bathing suit or other clothing. Solar damage is the number one convict in causing the skin to age.
Sun exposure breaks down collagen consequenting in remissness of the skin and wrinkles. It impoverishes the skin’s natural capability to moisturize itself. It causes variations at the cellular level which result in enzymes being released that cause “age” spots to appear. It can result to skin cancer. Early exposure to too much sun and childhood sunburns can lead to skin cancer over time.
People having dry sensitive skin can perceive that sun causes more dryness and irritation. In this case try to use herbal infusions in place of tap water when cleansing your skin.
Drink lots of water through the day, not only to nourish moisture lost to the heat and sweat but also to help flush toxins out of the body and keep skin looking clear and radiant. Herb or spice teas, made with skin-aggravating ingredients, provide added therapeutic benefit. Eat Pitta-balancing fruits, vegetables and herbs, which supply the skin with vital nutrients and come with free-radical fighting antioxidant properties while they help keep your skin cool.
The sun can increase sebum production, causing your skin to look oily on occurrence. When the oil combines with dirt and sweat, pores get snagged. Exfoliation, essential in warmer weather when you’re revealing more skin, can easily be overdone, so emanate with caution.
Using scrubs on the face can produce microtears in the skin which may lead to uneven pigmentation if you’re exposed to the sun. Apply topical vitamin C before sunscreen or makeup. Sold in liquid form, it can secure your skin against sunlight damage. Everyone spends more time outdoors during the summer, that means environmental debris and pollutants can have an additional concussion on your skin’s ability to remain elastic.
Toning helps keep your face clear and firm. Astringents and toners having glycolic or alpha hydroxyl acids work good. These acids actually reduce pore size and help with ingrown hairs, which can be very painful in hotter climes. Avoid direct sun exposure during the peak UV radiation hours. Regularly perform self-examinations to acquaint yourself with existing growths and be more aware of changes to the topography of your skin.
Summer Skin Care Tips
- Avoid caffeine and hard drinks.
- Try using an oil-free moisturizer if your skin feels too greasy in the heat.
- When possible, avoid being in the sun.
- Wear a sunhat.
- Use a lip balm with sun protection.
- Drink at least 8 glasses of water each day.
- Take small but frequent meals and avoid protein rich diet.
- Do not use sunscreen after expiry date.
- Recoat the sunscreen after swimming or being in water.