6 Tips for Summertime Fine Skin!
/Summer is a hard time not just for the body and stress level but also for your skin. Summer during a pandemic is even worse! As the temperature soars, the heat becomes unbearable, and while you've trained your body to fight the heat and keep cool, the same is needed for your delicate skin too.
The following are steps to take to keep your skin ready for the summer. Stay ready so you don’t have to get ready, Sis!
STAY HYDRATED
No matter how much work you put in on the outside, your body will look and feel better if you treat the inside well, too. Aside from maintaining a healthy diet, drinking an average of 8-ounce glasses of water every day can help with ridding your body of toxins and keeping your skin feeling less dry, tight, or flaky.
TAKE SUPPLEMENTS
Sometimes, no matter how well we eat and how well we take care of our skin, our bodies need a little extra boost. Aside from vitamins A, D, C, and E – each of which helps fight acne, minimize dark spots, create collagen, and promotes cell turnover – look into fish oil, which is full of amino-3 fatty acids, or zinc, which reduces inflammation. As with anything to do with nutrition though, do consult with a doctor before you take any supplements.
REMOVE THAT HAIR!
In an age where women are reclaiming their bodies, it’s entirely up to you whether or not you want to leave your legs, underarms, or bikini line au naturel. But if you do choose to get rid of your body hair, know that you have numerous choices.
Shaving is quick and painless, but waxing will give you longer-lasting results. Sugaring, which is similar to waxing but instead uses sugar suspended in a gel or paste, is another option and is reportedly less painful than waxing. Depilatory creams dissolve hair and are available in drugstores and supermarkets. For more permanent, though more costly hair removal, having laser hair removal done is also an option.
EXFOLIATE
Scrub off old, dead skin cells to reveal brighter skin by exfoliating once or twice a week. Exfoliating also prevents ingrown hairs from all the waxing and shaving you might be doing this summer. The key is not to overdo it – you don’t want to end up hurting yourself from too rough an exfoliator or do it so often that you’re stripping away natural oils and not giving your skin enough time to heal.
MOISTURIZE
Moisturizing is a must for all skin types, regardless of whether it’s summertime or winter. Looking for a lightweight moisturizer this summer? Flora’s Angels has you covered. Try any (or all) of our infused body oils for a much-needed moisturizer with amazing skin benefits.
SLATHER ON THE SPF
Regardless of whether or not you want to achieve a summer tan, sunscreen is a must! Not only does it prevent sunburn, but it also prevents sun damage –which results in dry, wrinkled, discolored, and leathery skin – and skin cancer. For my dark skin beauties, wear your SPF too! While your chances of getting skin cancer are low, you can still intensify hyperpigmentation if you’re not protecting your skin.
With the steps above you can have a great summer. Wear your bikinis, sip on a cocktail, catch all the positive summertime vibes, but make sure you’re taking care of your skin in the process Stay well-hydrated, protect your skin from sun exposure, and reduce any conditions that make you vulnerable to infections and you will be comfortable in your skin all summer. Wishing you a lovely summer! 💛😎