Nutritionist Ekaterina Novikova told how to sunbathe correctly and without risks. Summer is coming, and these tips are very relevant.
One of the important rules is to go out into the sun at the right time. The ideal time for sunbathing is the first two hours after sunrise and before sunset. During these hours, the level of ultraviolet radiation is the least aggressive.
“Daytime, namely from 11 am to 4 pm, when the sun is most active, is best spent in the shade,” says the expert.
If you like to scrub your skin , do it before sunbathing, not after. Preliminary scrubbing will improve the quality of tanning due to exfoliation of obsolete cells, but scrubbing after, on the contrary, can only damage the skin. She is very sensitive after sunbathing.
After sunbathing, be sure to apply moisturizing lotions or other products to the whole body that will help restore and nourish the skin.
Products with a soufflé consistency are ideal – they are not too dense and are well distributed over the skin. Choose products with a natural composition.
If exposure to bright sun during the daytime is unavoidable, apply products with a high UV protection factor to the skin about half an hour before going out.
In the evening after sunbathing, always take a shower, but do not use a washcloth – the skin is too sensitive during this period. Dry your skin gently, gently blotting with a towel.
If you love a bright chocolate tan, you can use not only special creams to enhance the effect.
“Include foods with antioxidants and substances that accumulate under skin and under the sun tend to produce melanin, ”the expert notes.
Such products include orange and red vegetables and fruits.
Taking care of a beautiful tan on the body, do not forget about the delicate and thin skin of the lips. She also needs protection in the summer. Use special balms for this.
Start gradually preparing your skin for sun exposure about two weeks before your active vacation, spending 5 to 10 minutes in the sun every day.
Ekaterina Novikova Beauty Nutritionist, nutritionist