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How to Care for Your Skin
Sun, sand, and wind can all work to dry your skin. As you know, your skin is the largest organ of your body and deserves great care. Yet look how people want that tan look and expose their skin to damaging ultra violet rays that cause aging, wrinkling and even skin cancer. Tempting as the summer sun can be, here are some tips from many a wise source including the Mayo Clinic on protecting your first impression:
Try to reduce the amount of time you are out of doors when the sun is at its most intense, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Consider being mysterious. Wear a large sun hat or carry a parasol. You can always add the glow of the sun to your face with a little foundation makeup and blush. It can be far safer than exposing your face to the sun’s rays. On sun drenched days you should be wearing long sleeves and skirts or long pants. The tighter the fabric weave of your clothing, the more protected you will be. You don’t see Bedouins traveling the Sahara in short shorts and a tank top.
Don’t forget your sunscreen. Slather it on 20 minutes before leaving for the great outdoors. Use it often if you are swimming or perspiring. Please put it on the children before they go outside and don’t let their delicate skin get burned. The American Osteopathic College of Dermatology recommends beginning using sunscreen on babies at 6 months of age and allowing sun exposure in moderation.
After a day in the sun, you will want to give your skin special attention. Soothing and moisturizing your skin becomes essential. If your skin feels dry after bathing, you may want to apply a light oil, such as Sweet Almond Oil, before you moisturize with lotion. Lotions should contain natural products such as Aloe Vera, known for moisturizing and soothing sunburned skin. Glycerin and Palm oils are also beneficial in moisturizing your skin.
Essential oils used in aromatherapy are another consideration in helping dry or sun- exposed skin. The queen of essential oils, Lavender, used topically relieves sunburn. It is believed to be effective on eczema when combined with chamomile. Another summer benefit is its effectiveness on minor insect bites and stings like those hungry mosquitoes.
In addition to Lavender, other essential oils beneficial to skin in need are Carrot Seed, Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Orange, Jasmine, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang, and Frankincense. Look for these essential oils along with Aloe Vera and other skin moisturizers in our Moonglo line. The Aurora Romantic Massage Oil is also good for very dry skin and the Velvet Skin Moisturizing Lotion contains essential oils, vitamins and rich, creamy moisturizers.
Stress Can Take Toll on Your Skin, too
While the sun can bake your skin to a crisp, stress can make it boil. Stress increases cortisol, a stress hormone, which increases oil production. Even those with usually flawless skin can have a bout with stress related acne due to the increase in oily skin.
Stress can also exacerbate eczema, psoriasis, and hives. Then think of the psychological stress if too much sun exposure has caused skin cancer to form. It isn’t work it. Try a spray-on tan.
Love Your Skin
Be aware of what is going on with your skin and not just your face. Have your “number one” or doctor check that lovely swath of skin on your back to make sure it is clear and healthy. Keep your skin moisturized and sun blocked. Wear the right kind of clothing so you don’t get burned. Start a trend. Wear big hats.
When it comes to stress, your skin and your health, the first step is to identify the stressors in your life. We’ll be talking more about stressors, flight-or-fight response and how to fit managing stress into our topsy-turvy lifestyles.
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