As we transition in to the warmer months, we need to take some additional precautions to keep our skin safe. The sun’s ultraviolet (UV) radiation can ruin our skin from the inside out. And we're not just talking about a gnarly sunburn!
Regardless if you are exposed to UVA or UVB radiation, your complexion is extremely vulnerable to the sun. In as few as 15 minutes, UV rays can severely damage the skin. Overexposure can lead to health issues like sunspots, premature wrinkling, redness, inflammation, heat rash, and even skin cancer. Obviously, it's time to take preventative measures now before time runs out!
To keep your skin protected, follow these four tips:
1. Apply And Reapply Broad Spectrum Sunscreen
Obviously, sunscreen is essential, but many of us still skip this step within our daily regimen. Actually, a recent study says only 14% of American men and 30% of yankee women regularly apply sunscreen for their face and other areas of exposed skin before heading outside for more than an hour or so. Yikes! Therefore, if you haven't already, get some broad spectrum sunscreen and apply it during your morning skincare routine. For optimal protection, try to find a water-resistant broad spectrum sunscreen that fights against both UVA and UVB radiation. Also, make sure to reapply several times during the day!
2. Use Anti-Aging Cream At Night
Incorporating anti-aging skin care to your routine is an effective method to combat premature wrinkling along with other tell-tale signs of aging. Bear in mind, however, that many anti-aging creams contain active ingredients that may heighten your chance of sun damage you apply it throughout the day. Therefore, if you are using an anti-aging cream with ingredients like retin-A or niacinamide, it should be best to utilize it during the night. This can allow you to adequately maintain your youthful complexion whilst protecting your skin from the sun.
3. Use Spray Tan Instead Of Sunbathing
Although the majority of us desire to achieve a sun-kissed glow through the spring and summertime, there's such a thing as soaking up burning from the sun. Instead of spending your time laying out underneath the beaming, hot sun for hours on end, consider giving an expert spray tan or purchasing your own self-tanning serum. Using this route will not only help you save time, but additionally keep the skin safe from the harmful results of excess sun-exposure.
4. Accessorize Accordingly
Accessorizing your outfits to preserve the state of the skin is a great method to protect yourself in style! Whether that's with a stylish beach umbrella, a cute pair of sunglasses, or even a large, trendy sun hat, there are plenty of ways to accessorize accordingly and help elevate both your outfit and overall outdoor experience! The best of this? Your accessories assists like a barrier between you and the sun, so change your spring and summer sun accessories today!
Exposing your skin towards the sun could be more hazardous than you realize. With one of these sun safety tips, though, there's no doubt you'll keep the skin in tip-top shape throughout the spring and summer.
