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Skin Care Tips for Summer By Dr. Sneh Thadani
With Temperatures rising so are the needs of your skin.
Commit to your skin: largest organ of your body.
The heat and humidity of summer can take its toll on your body and it can also be harmful to your skin if you don’t take the proper precautions.
what does sunscreen do?
Excess heat increases sweat production and the humidity hinders its ability to evaporate away from the skin. This means more oil is available to clog pores which can exacerbate acne. Also, extreme heat and humidity can facilitate bacterial infections such as impetigo and fungal infections like athlete’s foot or intertrigo, which are rashes seen in body folds. This is a time of year a lot of patients who battle those conditions become very uncomfortable.
What can people do to keep their skin healthy during this time of year?
Nothing is more important than wearing sunscreen (ideally, SPF 30) every day. I also always recommend a sunscreen with antioxidants to counteract free radicals created by the sun’s rays. In addition to topical antioxidants, oral antioxidants such as Vitamin C, CoQ10, and foods high in antioxidants such as pomegranate and blueberries play a huge role in skin health. We now know that ingested antioxidants reduce inflammation, reduce free radicals and there is emerging data that they may even help stop pigmentation of the skin.
All patients with dry skin should avoid harsh foaming cleansers which remove hydrating lipids from the skin. Hot water should be avoided and humidifiers are often helpful. We also recommend twice daily moisturizer application, preferably ones containing ceramides, or humectants which will pull water into the skin. Propylene glycol, urea, panthenol, lactic acid are all examples of humectants.
For oily patients, our goal is to reduce sebum production with retinoids such as Retin-A to unclog pores with retinoids, alpha, and beta hydroxy acids.
Is there one product that everyone should use, regardless of skin type?
Sunscreens and antioxidants should be a part of everyone’s routine regardless of skin type. Treatments available at SKINSOUL to beat the sun and retain the health in your skin
De tan facial and revive treatment: Our de tan facial uses specific ingredients like kojic acid and course which have anti pigmentation. Helps you get rid of the tan and revives the glow and moisture in your skin.
Fruit acid peels: With a quick and very effective application of specific fruit acid we can get rid of the dead skin layer of your skin giving you a radiant, refreshed and brighter you.
Insta radiance laser therapy: Which this advanced and precise technology you can get rid of your pigmentation, stubborn pigmented marks, freckles and sun and age spots. This is the most advanced technology available for skin rejuvenation with no redness or downtime.
All the above treatments are:
Suitable for men and women.
Lunchtime procedure: meaning you just need 30 minutes to revive the healthy glow, with no downtime or redness. The time needed 30-45 min.
Suitable for men and women.
So what are you waiting for, get set go to fight the sun.
This summer gift yourself a younger brighter and radiant skin.
Dr. Sneh Thadani
( Skin Soul Clinic, Vashi Navi Mumbai. )
www.skinsoul.in
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