Skincare after summer is necessary to keep it hydrated since with exposure to the sun the elasticity of the skin is reduced. What should we do?
The skincare is needed at any time of the year, but especially in summer because it is more common that our skin is more exposed to solar radiation.
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Sun Exposure
Exposure to the sun is necessary to maintain an adequate state of health: always in a moderate way and taking the appropriate precautions, establishing the right balance between the benefits and the possible damages, derived from radiation. Among the positive effects that have been attributed to solar radiation are:
- Antirachitic action intake of vitamin D .
- Antidepressant action.
- Stimulation of circulation by dilation of blood vessels and thermoregulatory effect.
Let’s review the three types of solar rays that exist:
- The UVB has more energy but slightly penetrates the skin. They are responsible in excess of the redness of the skin.
- The UVA is responsible for the direct pigmentation of the skin, the emergence of them produced an immediate tan, and causing photo-oxidation of melanin precursors.
- The UVC is responsible for tanning without erythema, produced by artificial lights.
Skincare In Children
Children’s skin is especially sensitive and needs dermatological products specifically formulated for it, which have high water resistance and staying power. After exposure, the baby/child’s skin should be generously hydrated. Solar radiation, as well as the environment where it occurs, is a direct attack on children’s skin, so measures must be provided to achieve adequate protection, maintenance, and repair of structures.
Specific pediatric moisturizers should be used, not adult ones, to allow your skin cell renewal, especially if sunburn has occurred. In addition, it is important to constantly rehydrate the child with water, to allow better functioning of the skin.
In the months after the summer, when there is no longer such abundant sun exposure, skincare should be done with special children’s creams, which will also remove dead cells. If activities are carried out outdoors, such as in the snow, a high sun protection factor should be applied, avoiding the appearance of redness.
Skincare in Young People, Adults, And The Elderly
Excessive sun exposure in young adults without adopting protective measures suitable to your skin type and environmental conditions of the environment can produce short – term, burns, heatstroke, and long – term degenerative changes in the dermis, as photoaging premature, or be the cause of the development of some skin and hair diseases.
In the elderly, exposure to the skin to the sun promotes irritation and dehydration. Therefore, in this population group, skincare is important and sun protection and excessive post-sun care should be increased, in addition to good oral hydration and a good nutritional state, since burns caused by the incidence of solar rays increase the greater probability of developing cancer and associated lesions.
After sun exposure, we must not forget the convenience of using moisturizing products (post-sun and after-sun), even if photo protectors have previously been used.
- For the face, rehydrating and repairing post-sun cosmetics that perform DNA repair can be used. Ideally, a cosmetic that has collagen and hyaluronic acid, for wrinkle prevention.
- For the body, specific moisturizers should be used after each sun exposure, which nourishes and soothe the skin. They allow lengthening the tan, giving elasticity and firmness to the exposed skin. It can be placed in the refrigerator to give a greater chilling effect by alleviating the increase in body heat caused by exposure.
For the months after the summer, exfoliation of the skin of the face and body should be carried out, with a good skin cleansing. A facial peel can be performed in authorized centers, which stimulates cell regeneration. The use of moisturizing creams, oils, and masks is important. Mesotherapy can also be used, along with a balanced diet and good hydration, as it will allow the skin to heal. Vitamins A, B, C, and E give the skin a healthier and more natural appearance, and it is an option to stimulate cell regeneration. Do not forget to use sunscreen daily throughout the year, even in the winter months, to avoid future skin complications.
What You Should Know…
- For the months after the summer, exfoliation of the skin of the face and body should be carried out, with a good skin cleansing.
- You can also perform a facial peel in authorized centers, which will stimulate cell regeneration.
- Do not forget to use sunscreen daily throughout the year, even in the winter months, to avoid future skin complications.
- Before any problem with the skin, it is best to go to a specialist. MAPFRE Salud insurances have a large medical team of dermatology specialists.
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