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Beauty

Skin Lovin’

Summer

Time

Prioritise your skin this summer with fi ve simple

tips to prevent premature aging and wrinkles
from overexposure to the sun.

By Krishna Mawani

Hot bikini? Check. Cute shorts? Check. Flip Flops? Check. Sunglasses? Check. Sunscreen? Oops!
As we gear up for the hottest months of the year, we often overlook protection — of the skin! The harsh rays of the sun not only give us
sunburn and sun spots, but also alter the DNA of our skin, causing lines, wrinkles, discolouration and, sometimes, cancer. That summer
tan you’ve been dreaming of actually causes skin damage and accelerates the aging process. In fact, almost 80 percent of skin aging is
caused by the sun. But worry not! Here are some simple tips that can make all the di erence.

Exfoliate Quench your Thirst
Regardless of which month it is, remember to always exfoliate. It is no joke when people tell you to make
This will help remove dead skin cells from the surface of water your best friend. Replenishing
your skin, giving you cleaner and healthier skin. Exfoliation your body with some plain H2O can work
will prevent clogged pores, fend o unsightly breakouts and wonders. The higher temperatures and
minimise the look of hyperpigmentation and sun damage. time you spend outdoors will make you
Exfoliate your face once per week or once every 10 days, and feel dehydrated, which typically leads to
exfoliate your body once to twice per week. Don’t forget your headaches, dizziness and heat cramps.
feet either, as this is sandal season! One of the most e ective Avoid that with eight glasses of water every
ways to exfoliate during the summer is to use a scrub on dry day, which will help to rid your system of
skin before you shower. toxins and maintain that critical moisture
balance of both your body and skin. Triple
Recommended Products: the amount of water intake if you drink
ca einated beverages.
Lush: Ocean Salt Facial
and Body Scrub
Hydrate and Moisturise your Skin
Origins: Never A Dull The hot rays of the sun cause us to perspire more and, in turn,
Moment Skin-Brightening lose moisture, making it very important for us to rehydrate our
Face Polisher with Fruit skin with a lightweight, water-based moisturiser. Moisturise and
Extracts refresh your skin with a revitalising toner every time you wash
your face. Try to wash your face at least three times a day. Load
Bobbi Brown: Bu ng up on water-rich foods, such as berries and melons, that are rich
Grains for face in antioxidants and deliver a unique hydration to the skin. The
oral intake of vitamins C and E together
can also limit the potential for sunburn.
Avoid oily, deep fried and spicy foods
in the summer because they tend to
accumulate oil on your skin.

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