How to tan in 2022 without destroying our skin and the planet
How to prepare for UV rays?
Not exfoliating the skin in depth as we hear from many of the ladies and young ladies who go to the beach every summer because this only makes our skin more fragile. What we can do is to "feed" it with water and antioxidants. Well hydrated, the skin works much better, it can protect itself better from UV rays and it tans much better. On vacation, don't hesitate to apply a moisturizing serum before applying sunscreen, especially one with a mineral screen.
Can we speed up the bronze? Some sun creams and creams designed for application after exposure to the sun are enriched with active substances that stimulate melanin. We can choose creams based on carotenoids or eat fruits and vegetables that contain these carotenoids, especially red vegetables and oranges.
Is there an ideal sunscreen? The ideal sunscreen contains a balanced combination of UVA/UVB and infrared filters (this determines the protection index or SPF), but this is not enough. A good sunscreen must help the skin to resist aggression through a line of cell protection - moisturizing, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory agents. In addition, it must have a pleasant texture that spreads easily, does not shine, does not stick, and is pleasant to apply. Read More…