Amid the 4th of July beers, barbecues, and celebrations, don’t forget to take special care of your skin! Whether you’re relaxing with your family on the beach or bringing out the barbecue stand in your own backyard, there are plenty of ways your skin will be affected this Independence Day so make sure your skin is as geared up as you are!
Fight harmful sun rays
With the summer sun bearing down on us all, it is obvious the first and last layer of skin protection must be from the sun. Harmful UVA and UVB rays can affect your skin and also cause various skin-related issues including premature aging.
Avoid outdoor visits when the sun is directly overhead, since that is when its rays are strongest. Try to restrict your outdoor activity between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. and if you just can’t resist the bright and inviting outdoors, then lather on some sunscreen and restrict your sun exposure to a minimum.
Stay moisturized
The stark summer heat can easily leave you feeling exhausted in no time. The blazing heat can further dry up your skin and increase your discomfort. Drinking water to avoid dehydration can only get you so far, so adding a moisturizer to your skin care routine will be of great help. Since showering can dry out your skin, apply your moisturizer soon after popping out of the shower to lock the water molecules in your body. Not all moisturizers are effective, so look for one with a fair quantity of vitamins and antioxidants in its formulation.
Keep excess oil at bay
Summers have always been cruel to oily skin and the heat can easily rain on your 4th of July skin care parade. Now, however, it’s time to fight back. Restrict the formation of oil using acne treatments since more often than not, its oily skin that leads to acne. Most acne treatments work wonders on oily skin as they mainly target the skin’s oil-producing sebaceous glands. Always opt for natural products to avoid harmful toxins and ensure long-term benefits for your skin.
Take down those wrinkles
While aging may be inevitable, you sure do have the freedom to age gracefully. If you are slowly beginning to develop fine lines, wrinkles, and other signs of aging, keep this anti-aging serum with you at all times. Packed with vitamin C, It’s the perfect product to help you achieve that radiant summer glow as it stimulates the production in of collagen in your skin, encouraging cell rapid renewal and repair.
