Beach skincare Tips for sunbathing without problems

Before enjoying a great day at the beach under the sun, it is necessary to take certain precautions for the care of your skin, with the aim of avoiding burns, blemishes, and other types of problems that are easy to prevent with a care and hydration routine.

Spending the day at the beach with your favorite drink in hand while enjoying the sun is a great vacation plan, but direct exposure to the sun without applying protection to the skin can represent a great risk and cause discomfort, whether due to burns or the appearance of blemishes on the skin.

For this reason, we give you some tips to prepare your skin and to keep it in good condition before, during, and after your visit to the beach:

1. Skin care before the beach

Consume vitamin C:
Vitamin C helps you protect yourself from blemishes and will provide you with a little extra protection against the sun, because ultraviolet light helps oxidation, causing significant damage to skin tissue. In this case, vitamin C helps neutralize the effects of oxidation and maintain collagen in the skin.



Avoid exfoliating your skin a few days before:
If you are planning your trip to the beach, avoid exfoliants at least a couple of days before, because they help remove dead skin cells, which causes your dermis to thin a little, making it more susceptible to sun damage.

Tip: Avoid waxing at least 24 hours before sunbathing at the beach, especially on the face, as this practice removes a layer of skin, which can also cause greater sensitivity and sun damage.

2. Skin care at the beach

To enjoy the sand and the sun to the fullest, take into account the following measures for the care of your body, without leaving aside the classic tips of looking for a place with shade or wearing a hat or cap to cover your face while you swim in the sea:

Use sunscreen:
Sunscreen should be applied everywhere, not just on the face, legs, arms, and chest. Therefore, don't forget to apply it to your ears, feet, and hands. Also remember that sunscreen does not last all day, so you should reapply it at least every 2 hours and after getting out of the water or drying off with a towel.

Opt for a zinc oxide-based sunscreen, as it is the only Ultra Violet (UV) filter that provides broad-spectrum protection on its own, acting effectively against UVA and UVB rays.

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Hydrate your skin with aloe vera:
Creams with aloe vera are not only a great ally against sunburn, as applying it before sunbathing also helps you hydrate your skin more and prevent damage.

Tip: If you notice that your skin becomes a little drier under the sun's rays, apply a little aloe vera to the areas of the body with the greatest exposure.

Use swimsuits with UV protection:
There are different types of swimsuits for men and women, which incorporate a fabric called UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) with microparticles of titanium or zinc oxide that absorb radiation, acting as a sunscreen against UVA and UVB radiation.



Tip: The maximum rating for this fabric is UPF 50+, which provides a block of more than 98% of UVA and UVB rays.

Drink plenty of water:
Make sure to drink enough water before, during, and after going to the beach. Hydrated skin starts from within, so staying constantly hydrated will help you show off great skin.

3. How to care for your skin after the beach

After enjoying the beach, you must replenish all the moisture that the sun absorbed. Start by cleaning your skin properly, removing all particles of sand and sunscreen, and be sure to do so using a gentle bath gel. Avoid rubbing your skin with sponges, as they can cause irritation.

Afterward, make sure to follow a moisturizing routine using refreshing and antioxidant ingredients like aloe vera gel or products with vitamin C that help reverse UV ray damage.

Tip: How to take care of your skin after sunbathing? If your skin is very dry after your day at the beach, apply a facial mask overnight to add moisture to your face. Keep the mask in the refrigerator before going to the beach so that when you return, it not only provides its normal benefits but is also very refreshing.

Assemble your skin care kit

It is a good idea to pack the following essential products for your skin care before, during, and after your visit to the beach in your suitcase:

• Sunscreen
• Aloe vera gel
• Moisturizing cream with vitamin C
• Burn relief cream
• Facial cleanser
• Body lotion
• Lip balm

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