How to Protect Summer Skin

In the summer time people are more active and participate in more outdoor activities. Many people are sensitive to sunlight or risk sun burns which could lead to even more problems. Follow
the tips in this article to prepare your skin for Summer Fun In The Sun.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Sunscreen
• Moisturizer
• Cleansers

1. Keep Skin Hydrated.
   Dermatologist note, when you are exposed to the sun and participate
   in sun activities or sweat you lose water. Water hydrates the skin,
   keeps it moist, supple, elastic, young! Drink at least 8 glasses of
   water per day during the summer. You may need more if you are very
   active or sweat profusely.

2. Cleanse & Moisturize
   Establish a regular cleansing routine for your skin especially
   during the summer months. Important to get rid of nasty grit and
   grime, sweat buildup, pollutants. Use a moisturizing soap to cleanse skin. Avoid harsh soaps. After washing the face slather on your favorite facial lotion appropriate for your skin type to seal in moisture.

3. Use Sun Screen
   Use a sun screen with a SPF 15 or higher. The higher the SPF the more
   protection the sun screen will give against UV-B. The Ultra Violet
   radiation which causes the skin to burn. The SPF estimates the
   amount of time the person who applies the sun screen can be exposed
   to the sun before getting burned. Reapply every 2 to 3 hours if
   you sweat a lot or if you go swimming.

4. Avoid Excess Sun Exposure
   Too much exposure to the sun exposes you not only to UV-B but
   also UV-A which experts believe plays a strong part in photo
   aging the skin and causing certain types of skin cancer. Most sun
   screens do not adequately filter out UV-A enough to protect the skin.

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on 2/17/2009 I can't wait for summer! Super advice. Thanks for sharing. Five stars.