The summer sun can be one of the most damaging enemies to keeping your skin young and healthy. When the temperatures rise and we spend more time outside, it’s important to take steps to protect our skin from signs of aging caused by sun exposure. Thankfully, there’s a variety of skin care products and protectants available that can keep your skin healthy, even when spending time in the burning summer sun!
Wear Sunscreen
Wearing sunscreen is one of the easiest and most effective ways to protect your skin and keep it looking young and healthy. The UV-A and UV-B rays from the sun can be extremely damaging to all skin types. Other than causing a harsh, red sunburn, excessive sun exposure without properly applying sunscreen can lead to permanent skin damage and aging such as dark spots, fine lines, and wrinkles. Using a good sunscreen with an SPF of 30-50 is a sure fire way to make sure your skin can avoid those harmful sun rays, and leave you with a healthy glow rather than a painful burn!
Stay Hydrated
So much of good skin care starts with good hydration. This includes drinking plenty of water, especially if you’re doing exhausting physical activities outside. But there are other ways to keep your skin hydrated even when you’re not drinking! For extra hydration when you sleep, treat your skin to a hydrating face mask, and wake up refreshed and ready to take on the summer sun!
Avoid Heavy Makeup
While it may seem like a quick fix to cover up any insecurities while out in the bright sunlight, excessive makeup can actually be harmful to your skin in the summer. Between causing sweating and oil buildup and clogged pores, it might be best to opt out on the heavy foundation and eyeshadow in favor of sunscreen and a light waterproof concealer and mascara when you’re out in the summer heat.
Wash Your Face With The Right Products
Staying on top of your skin care routine is vital in the summer to remove any excess oil and take care of any sunburns early. Choosing a water or gel based skin products and moisturizers are a great way to keep your skin healthy in the summer, as well as exfoliating your face and neck at least once a day.
See The Pros at Revive Medical Center
If you’ve seen some damage to your skin from summers past, see the professionals at Revive Medical Center for a consultation on the latest anti-aging treatments available! Call and make your appointment today!
