It’s bank holiday weekend over here in the UK and, much to no-one’s dismay, it’s absolutely 100% chance of rain and gloom *sigh*.
But that is not going to stop us from day dreaming about post-lockdown holiday plans with the girls, or even just being able to catch some rays in the back-garden. Summer is upon us and as much as we are so here for it, how can we make sure our skin isn’t prone to suffering the adverse effects of the gorgeous soon-to-be sun?
Let’s first gather a general understanding of how the sun can actually cause harm to our skin.
UV rays come from the sun and there are two different types, UV A and UV B. Whilst UV B is a known factor of sunburn and skin cancer, UV A is what penetrates deeper layers of the skin, resulting in skin ageing. One major advice we’d give to all of our readers, is ‘the earlier you start, the better’. Using products with broad spectrum SPF at an earlier stage means being able to create a stronger skin barrier so your skin can easily fight off these every-day aggressors, especially UV damage.
Some personal favourite SPF products we recommend are:
- La Roche-Posay Anthelios Shaka Fluid SPF50
The fluid formula is resistant to sweat, water and sand which is perfect for those long beach days, lounging around the pool and having fun in the sun!
2. Obagi Sun Shield Matte SPF50 in
The formula of this heavenly sunscreen is completely matte, which leaves no greasy lines after use so you can stay looking radiant as ever, rather than oily.
SPF is for Summer… Autumn, Winter and Spring.
Yes, you heard us right. We’re here to kill the long-standing myth that SPF is only effective in the Summer. Sorry not sorry!
For most of us, summer days means a fresh new skincare routine with a lot more SPF than usual but why do we do this? SPF is not only giving us protection from the sun but also works to keep pigmentation and ageing skin at bay- surely we want this all the time, no?!
No matter the climate, these harmful UV rays still transmit through the clouds and reflect off surfaces even when the sun isn’t beaming down on us, which is why it’s so important that we utilise products with SPF regardless of how bright it is outside our bedroom window.
Lifestyle factors and Everyday Routine
Of course it’s still important to take lifestyle factors into consideration. If you’re spending the majority of the day outside, whether that’s playing sports, working outdoors or lunching with friends, SPF is a must-have in that bag of yours.
Also have a quick look at your everyday skincare routine. Are your products containing retinol or any chemical exfoliators? If so, your skin can be more sensitive to UV light and therefore more prone to sun damage. Wear a minimum of factor 30 every day is siginificant in building a stronger skin barrier to save yourself from adverse effects in the future.
How can Hydrafacials help reverse signs of UV damage?
Here at L’Amour, our Signature Hydrafacial treatment works to not only improve the overall texture and tone of the skin, but also treats skin that has physical signs of UV light damage. Many people are under the common impression that these signs can be resolved only through types of laser therapies, however through applying hydrating serums and antioxidants, the Hydrafacial works to erase skin impurities in a much more gentle and effective way.
As mentioned previously, a common sign of UV light damage is pigmentation and fine lines which is something our signature Hydrafacial works to combat. By resurfacing the skin and promoting the growth of healthier cells, the treatment reduces the appearance of both of these signs without harsh peeling and with minimal downtime.
The L’Amour team is hopeful that you are just as excited with the key benefits and steps of the L’Amour Signature HydraFacial. Let’s get you booked in!