Acne, oily skin, bites, and sunburns are the common health issues you face during summers. High exposure to UV radiations, humidity and chlorine presence are the reasons why our skin suffers during summer. Some tips mentioned below will help you take care of your skin.
Skincare at the beach
Beach activities can be tiring to the skin in summer. However, if it is an unavoidable trip to the beach, then you can always take an ibuprofen to decrease the swelling caused due to the heat. You can also use a washcloth soaked in a bowl full of ice cubes and skim milk; apply the washcloth to the affected area for ten minutes. The milk protein works as an anti-inflammatory agent, causing the inflammation of the skin to reduce.
Using oil free sunscreen
In order to keep skin breakouts away, you need to clean your skin daily in the morning and night with 1% salicylic acid solution. Also do spot treatment regularly on the red or inflamed areas of the skin. Using oil free sunscreen can suit all skin types.
Reduce excess oil formation on face
Removing excess oil from the face can take away several of the problems, and stop those that may be a risk. Exfoliate the face using a plant based enzyme mask. This will help you remove the flakes. However, care should be taken that you do not rub it aggressively. If it is too harsh on the skin, then it might lead to rashes or red marks. Follow the exfoliation with face oil and pat moisturizers that suit you.
Avoid excessive use of retinol
Overusing retinol causes the outer skin to exfoliate because it accelerates the collagen, causing the skin to exfoliate more than usual, and causing the inner sensitive skin to be exposed. This sensitive skin is vulnerable to burns if exposed to harsh UV radiations.
Removing tan
If you have a skin tan, you can always use foundations to cover it up. A foundation that is one or two shades darker than your skin tone should be preferred. Foundation should be applied in natural sun light.
Wax before heading to the beach or pool
It is important to get your body waxed before you go to the beach or pool. However, if you do not have time to do so, you can use a razor.
Soften your skin by taking a steamy shower for a few minutes. Apply shaving oil to the part that needs to be waxed. Using a razor remove the excess hair. Do it slowly and delicately as harsh movements of the razor can cause skin irritation.
Summary
All the above mentioned activities can help you get a perfectly radiant skin even during summers. With some extra care you still can keep your skin safe from summer skin problems.