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During summer months, your skin goes through a lot. During afternoons poolside, long hours in the sun, and high temperatures, your skin is vulnerable to sun damage and could be prone to developing spider veins without proper skin care. To learn how to adjust your skin routine for summer, check out the guide below. 

Prevent Sun Damage

Sun damage brings on premature wrinkling and skin discoloration from age spots. In addition to wearing sun-protective clothing such as sunglasses and wide-brim hats, spend time in the shade to avoid the midday sun—this is when UV rays are strongest, and incurring sun damage is most likely.

Always apply plenty of sunscreen at regular intervals to prevent sunburn. Consult your brand’s application instructions for the best results. If you do get burned, apply aloe vera gel to reduce pain, redness, and inflammation. This will help your skin start to heal and prevent peeling. 

Restore Moisture

spider veinsSunny weather and high temperatures make dry skin a recurring issue in summer months, so it’s beneficial to introduce skin-hydrating measures to your skin care routine.

Apply a hydrating mask twice a week to ensure your skin is nourished and hydrated from within. A lightweight moisturizer with sunscreen in it—ideally an SPF 30 or higher—will also protect your skin from UV damage while providing necessary hydration. 

Promote Youthful Skin 

Two surefire ways to promote youthful skin are to get plenty of sleep and to drink enough water. While basic, these measures are the building blocks of healthy skin. Staying hydrated, especially in the summer, helps skin stay healthy and elastic. While everyone is different, aiming to drink eight glasses of water a day is commonly noted as an ideal amount of water to stay properly hydrated. 

Getting enough sleep is another essential building block to youthful skin. Restful sleep is when our bodies repair damaged cells, which includes skin cells that have taken on pollution and sun damage during the day. For clear, healthy skin, and to prevent premature aging like spider veins, getting eight hours of sleep is key. 

 

 

To restore your skin to a youthful glow, reach out to the dermatologists at the office of Lauren A. Daman, M.D., P.C. of Hartford, CT. They specialize in treatments for a wide variety of skin conditions, and offer services that address wrinkles, scars, age spots, and spider veins. Whether you’re seeking an anti-aging treatment like Botox®, or need help with healing an old scar, Dr. Daman and her team of expert dermatologists will ensure you receive personalized care with satisfactory results. To schedule an appointment, call (860) 346-3533 or visit their website to learn more about their services. 

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