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How to Help Sun Damaged Skin Recover After Summer

September 14, 2016 by Jennifer Scott

Can you truly restore your sun damaged skin? Even though your skin’s cells will not be entirely recovered, there are still ways to heal affected areas. This way, you will reduce wrinkles and sunspots. Some people say there is the possibility to eliminate cells that have the risk of turning into Melanoma. The even better news is that the following fixes are easy-to-do and really accessible.

Ways to Restore Your Sun Damaged Skin

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Aloe Vera

This is one of the most popular natural remedies when it comes to sun damaged skin. It doesn’t matter how you apply this treatment. You can use its gel directly from the plant’s leaves, or you can buy an over-the-counter product. It has a cooling effect on your skin. Furthermore, it reduces pain and inflammation as well as redness. In other words, it stops the damaging effects of sunburns. Having astringent properties, Aloe Vera keeps your skin clean while it heals it.

Water

Hydrating your body is crucial. Your skin can easily get dry, especially during summer, when you expose yourself to high heat and salt water. Drinking water is not enough. You should also apply a moisturizing cream on your body. For your face, you can even use a serum which contains hyaluronic acid. This is a great way to repair dry skin from sensitive areas such as your eyes and mouth. If you repeat this ritual on a daily basis, your skin will gain a better texture and a healthier appearance.

Exfoliation

Even though exfoliation sounds simple, you must do it the right way. You can either do it at home, using a scrub or a loofah, or you can choose chemical exfoliation. The second one works better, having quicker results. Because it removes dead cells, chemical exfoliation will make your skin smoother and brighter. The wisest choice to make is to opt for a product that contains an active ingredient such as glycolic acid. This has an effective way to remove all dead skin cells.

Topical Antioxidants

This is a great way to repair sun damaged skin from the inside. For example, a vitamin C serum, applied directly on your face and neck, can eliminate dead cells and increase your body’s collagen production. You can even prepare your own antioxidant mask at home. Mix some yogurt with raw honey and frozen blueberries, which are rich in antioxidants. After you blend this combination into a paste, apply it on your face and leave it there for about 15 minutes.

Vitamin A

Vitamin A is a powerful antioxidant. It fights against sun damages, and it reduces the aging effects. There are two ways to follow this treatment. You can either swallow a capsule or break in half and pour the liquid directly on your skin. Rub it gently and leave it there until your pores absorb it. On the other hand, you can eat foods that are rich in vitamin A. Among these there are the following ones: avocado, fish, milk, eggs, cheese, etc.

Wrapping It Up

Avoiding sun exposure is not always possible. This is why it is good to follow our guidelines regarding sun damaged skin repair. Also, a wise thing to do is to prevent further negative side-effects by wearing protective clothes and not going out in the middle of the day when the heat is high. Taking care of your skin is vital, for both aesthetic and health reasons.

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