While relaxing poolside or next to the ocean breeze, it’s easy to forget about skin safety. As beach lovers, we know how hard it is to avoid the occasional burn; as skin care professionals, we also know it’s pretty easy to protect our skin while still making the most of the Summertime.
If you’re like us and want to enjoy your days at the beach and avoid damaging spots, and serious risks like skin cancer, here are some helpful recommendations to achieve that beautifully bronzed skin while still keeping your skin safe this Summer.
1. Soak Up the Sun Gradually
Since serious burns go hand-in-hand with every sun-related health risk, the easiest way to build up your skin’s natural defenses begins with gradual exposure. A safe goal to aim for is around 20 minutes of time in the sun each day. Anything more than that, without sunscreen or coverage, causes damage.
As your skin develops more pigment (and darkens) as a result of gradual sun exposure, your skin can naturally withstand more UV exposure before being irreversibly damaged. Of course, anyone with any type of skin still burns, so no matter the skin tone, no one should avoid sunscreen or other healthy skin care habits.
2. Upgrade Your Moisturization Routine
When you regularly nourish your skin cells with quality moisturizers, you support your skin’s natural protective functions and recovery processes. By adopting a better moisturization plan, the powers of the sun can be slightly offset. Focus on moisturizing areas that are regularly exposed like your arms, and legs, or call a reputable spa for health-boosting facials in York, PA for skin that’s always ready for the sunshine.
3. Drink More Water Before, During, & After Sun Exposure
Like moisturization, staying hydrated supports normal cellular function and healing processes. When your skin cells are properly hydrated, damaged cells receive nutrients faster, expel toxins with greater efficiency, and resist factors like dryness caused by the sun.
4. Buy a Safe Sunscreen & SPF Clothing
While planning ahead for the Summer trip, why not update your wardrobe and sunscreen collection at the same time? A cute sun hat, a moisturizing SPF cream, and a lightweight SPF kimono all work. Looking good and protecting your skin is simple to do, and your skin will thank you long after the tan has faded.
5. Invest in Professional Skin Care
Before heading out this Summer, schedule a quick trip to the Allyson Brittany Aesthetics spa for a professional skin evaluation, some deep moisturization, and get a fresh Brazilian wax in York, PA while you’re here! We’re all about long-term skin health, and work with every client on a personal basis to establish healthier skin goals, skin-specific care plans, and will gladly teach you some proactive tips to keep your skin protected and healthy for years to come.