SUMMER 2024: HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR SKIN THESE SUMMERS
Has the scorching summer sun got you worried about your skin? To shield yourself and your skin from the blazing heat, make sure to double-check your bag for essentials before venturing out! Here is a quick checklist of must-haves to carry with you this summer:
Wet Wipes
When you step out for work or travel and use any form of transport it can get messy and sweaty. While on the go, its not easy to find restrooms to touch up or take a quick fresh check. Carrying a pack of wet wipes always comes in Handy. Savlon Germ Protection Wipes are a simple solution, as they provide 99.99% germ protection^ and can be used on a multitude of occasions and surfaces**. Spilt coffee on your car seat? Have smudges on your phone screen*? These wipes are thick, soft, and moist. They are safe and gentle on skin with a fragrance which gives a fresh and clean feeling post use. During summer months, sweating can cause dirt and bacteria to accumulate on your skin, leading to breakouts and other skin issues. Wet wipes are perfect for quickly refreshing and cleansing your skin, keeping you feeling fresh and clean.
Sunscreen
Protecting your skin from the sun’s harmful rays is crucial but it’s also important to note that not all sunscreens have equal efficacy or similar ingredients. Dr Aparna Santhanam, Dermatologist and Skin Care Expert at ITC Dermafique, stresses that “During summers especially, it is essential to choose a sunscreen that contains Full Light Technology, which protects from not just UVA and UVB rays but also from harmful infrared rays and visible light. This technology prevents tanning, persistent pigmentation, and premature aging caused due to sun exposure. Additionally, it is advisable to choose a super-light formula with a feather-light texture that gets absorbed easily. Since summer often sees increased sunscreen use, it’s crucial to maintain consistent reapplication habits.”Dr. Santhanam advises reapplying sunscreen every two hours, or more frequently if engaging in physical activities, swimming, sweating, or drying off with a towel. She underscores that although sunscreen provides excellent protection, its stability is finite, emphasizing the need for consistent and repetitive application to ensure optimal defense against harmful UV rays and during intense exposure, augmenting the application with physical screening methods like umbrellas, hats and parasols!
Sun Umbrellas
If you tend to spend a lot of time walking outdoors or using public transport, a sun umbrella is a handy partner to help you though the day. It will aid you with some shade along your way, making the heat much more bearable!
Water
A saviour for hot summers and all seasons, this is one essential no one can forget. A bottle of water is a must to keep you hydrated and your thirst quenched during the day.Don’t let the summer heat stop you from getting the best from your day. Follow a few simple tips and tricks to ensure that this season is a smooth ride for your skin.