GETTING SKIN DEEP

Five ways to keep yourself safe all summer long

Keeping your skin glowing during summer is not that tough as it is believed to be. Here are a few dos and don’ts.

SUNSCREEN It is the first and the most essential skincare product for all age groups. A thick coat of sunscreen used on all exposed areas may not necessarily prevent the tan, but it will protect your skin from harmful ultraviolet rays.

SERUM Due to excessive sun exposure, the skin gets dehydrated and needs its share of moisturising. For people with an oily or a combination skin, consider swapping your oil-free moisturiser for a serum. They are lightweight and deliver a high concentration of nutrients. GRANULATED SCRUBS The sebaceous glands are working overtime leaving an oily film on the skin. There is an increased cell turnover and the dead cells block the pores causing blackheads and acne. A mild exfoliator is needed to slough off the dead cells to thoroughly cleanse the skin and also remove impurities from the pores.

ALOE VERA This multitasking, versatile ingredient is a must for summer. Whether you’ve got a sunburn rash, cut, bug bite or other skin irritation, aloe vera can soothe and cool your skin.

HAIR MASKS Your strands have a lot of potentially damaging culprits to contend with this summer. External factors such as ultraviolet rays, salt water, chlorine and heat can leave you with dry, dull and brittle hair. Masks help in nourishing and hydrating the hair.