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We remind you what is important to remember and what manipulations with the skin should be avoided in the summer. All “no” have good reasons. And, of course, with the help of an expert, we make a list of five points: what your skin needs in summer.
Cream with SPF – do not forget
Even if you’re in the city all summer, don’t forget your SPF cream.
Let’s start with the main thing: the skin is our largest organ. And this body, especially if you live in a metropolis, is affected by many negative factors every day. Bend your fingers.
Stress.
Air-conditioned in the office and at home.
The so-called “internal pollutants” in the premises: harmful substances of finishing materials, dust on textiles and carpets.
Pollution on the street: microparticles of dust, soot, asphalt and tires, automobile exhausts, emissions from industrial enterprises.
And finally, one of the main problems in summer is ultraviolet. Of course, UV rays attack the skin in other seasons, but during the period of solar activity, their harmful effects increase. This means that the risk of photoaging increases, the signals of which are:
dry skin;
гиперпигментация;
wrinkles.
Therefore, advice number one for the summer period is to never forget about photoprotection. In urban conditions, a product with SPF 25-30 is useful, on a trip to the sea – SPF 50. The moisturizing option is welcome.
Sunscreen moisturizing dry face spray Ambre Solaire “Expert Protection” hypoallergenic, hypoallergenic, SPF 50, Garnier
Can be applied over make-up. Helps protect against age spots and age spots caused by the sun and moisturizes the skin for 24 hours. Leaves no white marks. Convenient format for daily use in the city.
Waterproof Sun Milk, 24h Moisture, Ambre Solaire, SPF 30, Garnier
Contains nourishing shea butter. Reliably protects from ultraviolet radiation and dryness for the effect of smooth, silky skin. Lightweight formula absorbs quickly.
Laser procedures – with caution
Some laser procedures can also be done in the summer. But not all.
Some cosmetic manipulations lead to increased skin sensitivity. This means that the skin becomes weakened and prone to hyperpigmentation (the appearance of age spots). It is for this reason that most dermatologists advocate a ban on laser treatments during the active sun season.
True, over the past few years, some experts have agreed that laser procedures can be done in the summer, but only after consulting an endocrinologist and studying the patient’s tests. Practice shows that if there are problems at the hormonal level, then a laser procedure performed during the season of low solar activity can also provoke hyperpigmentation.
If for some reason you can’t visit an endocrinologist, take this information into service.
Laser procedures, for example, with CO2, are not recommended in summer.
The doctor may recommend Fraxel. In this case, it is worth discussing in advance all the possible consequences.
Laser hair removal in the summer is not recommended.
As for such medical procedures as the removal of moles, neoplasms and spider veins, it is better to postpone them until autumn.
If you decide to take up tattoo removal during the holidays, then keep in mind: dermatologists do not recommend doing this. Such procedures can lead to the appearance of hyperpigmentation, which will be difficult to fight.
In the summer, and at any other time of the year, a light soothing skin and regenerating agent is useful. For example, Refreshing after-sun spray Ambre Solaire with cactus extract, Garnier.
In addition to a special restorative composition, a big plus is the spray form, which allows you to apply the product without touching the skin, which can be especially important.
Peeling – after consultation with a beautician
“Any peeling is stressful for the skin. Sun exposure to damaged, unprotected skin can lead to increased pigmentation and the appearance of new spots. Therefore, only superficial cosmetic peels can be used in summer,” warns our expert, dermatologist Maria Nevskaya.
If you’re exfoliating in the summer, don’t forget to apply SPF every day.
What your skin needs in summer. Expert opinion
Our expert Anastasia Romashkina names the five most important rules for skin care in the summer. They are easy to remember.
Since there is a lot of dust in the air in summer, cleaning is an essential part of care. In addition to morning and evening skin cleansing, I recommend adding cleansing after being outside or after a working day.
In summer, the skin especially needs to replenish the loss of moisture, therefore, even for cleansing, we select products with a moisturizing effect.
Be sure to include face creams and serums with moisturizing properties in the care, and regularly moisturize the body after a shower.
Two or three times a week we pamper the face with additional hydration with the help of masks.
To protect the skin from the sun and prevent premature aging, we use sunscreens.