The beautiful days are coming and so is the desire to take sunbaths. However, skin being fragile, it deserves your full attention to prepare for its exposure to the rays of a sun festival. In the next few lines, 5 preventive and natural tips to be able to bronze safely this summer.
The skin, also called integument, is the most extensive organ of the human body, representing an area of 2m ² and weighing in the 3kg, it is the envelope that protects the internal organs from external aggression while allowing exchanges between the outside and inside. One of the assaults that interests us in this article is that of ultraviolet (UV) radiation emitted by lhe sun's radiation and which passes the barrier of the ozone layer. These rays are essential for synthesizing vitamin D and for treating skin conditions such as psoriasis, but these same rays can be responsible for more or less severe burns including the famous sunburns.
To guard against this, sun creams are effective filters. However, their dubious compositions have been known to be responsible for ecological disasters such as the destruction of coral reefs not to mention the health issue when we know the effects of endocrine disruptors contained in cosmetics and consequently, in sun creams. It is all the more recommended for an application in the children to choose sun creams with labels of confidence certifying a natural composition without products derived from the petrochemistry, without aluminium, etc...
Applying cream is an instant and effective short-term solution. You can take preventive action now to prepare your skin naturally.
Put it on your plate to protect your skin from the sun
Foods rich in vitamin A and pro-vitamin A including beta-carotene are preferred.
Vitamin A is found in animal products: liver, meat, fish, whole milk, cheese, butter.
As for beta-carotene, it is found mainly in fruits and vegetables for the most part orange-red as well as in dark green vegetables: carrots, tomatoes, red fruits, apricots, spinach, parsley will be consumed every day. In order to properly assimilate the beta-carotene, it is recommended to add a little fat (oilseeds, olive oil) and to eat them raw or lightly cooked.
Exposure to the sun gradually and regularly from the first days
Walking, biking, sitting on the terrace as soon as the first light appears sun rays allow to prepare the skin gradually by stimulating the production of melanin which is responsible for cell darkening thus acting as a natural protector.
Move is the key word. Avoid remaining static in order to stimulate your metabolism, including sweating, which is necessary to regulate your internal body temperature, especially in hot weather.
Scrubbing with black soap for a harmonious tan
As mentioned in our article on the black soap scrub, this technique exfoliates dead skin cells while stimulating regeneration of tissue through activation of blood, lymphatic and energy circulation. By exfoliating your body, you allow it to get rid of dead skin and thus offer a new base for a harmonious tan.
Proper hydration to care for your skin
Remember to drink plenty of waterpreferably between meals. Moisturizing prevents the skin from drying out. Drinking water remains and will remain the best hydration to care for your skin.
Essential oil of carrot against UV
Add 2 to 3 drops of carrot essential oil to your body lotion or 1 drop to your daily facial. This essential oil regenerates and revitalizes the epidermis while giving a healthy complexion. In addition, its high pro-vitamin A content gives it protective properties against the famous UV rays of the first beautiful days and anti-oxidant.
Beware: it will never replace a suitable and quality sunscreen!
To conclude, it is important to keep in mind that some skin types catch the sun more easily than others. While some will tan, others will blush. Respect the nature of your skin and protect it accordingly to avoid unfortunate situations that can be serious in the long run. Wishing you safe sunshine this summer!