Agree, in the summer you just want to be more outdoors and sunbathe. But it turns out that this is not as useful as it seems. Why is it dangerous?
Premature aging of the skin
Many do not take it seriously, but the fact remains. The sun's rays provoke premature aging (in particular, photoaging). So if you cannot give up chocolate tan, then be prepared for the fact that before the age of 30 you will see the first wrinkles. They usually appear in the eyes, mouth and forehead. In addition, the sun's rays slow down the regeneration of the skin and deprive it of moisture. Imagine how stressful it is? It is not surprising that wrinkles make themselves felt ahead of time.
Dark spots
The result of a long stay in the open sun is age spots, which do not appear immediately, but after 10-15 years. You will see dark spots on the face, palms of hands and feet.
Dry skin and flaking
The sun's rays dry out the skin. And if at a young age the skin looks good thanks to collagen fibers, then the situation worsens with age. Plus, under the sun, these very fibers become thinner and harden over time, losing their ability to absorb moisture. Your skin becomes dry and lifeless. Add peeling to this - the alignment, you must admit, is not very good!
Burns
This is the case when you will immediately see (and feel) the effect of the burning rays. Agree, red spots and blisters will definitely not decorate you. By the way, the consequences of burns can lead to the development of skin cancer.
Expert opinion:
“On the one hand, UV rays are safe and even useful: they strengthen the immune system, reduce stress levels, stimulate the production of vitamin D in the body.), pigmentation and wrinkles appear, the work of the sebaceous glands increases, the elasticity of the capillary walls decreases (which leads to spider veins), says Nadezhda Kozhevnikova, dermatologist at the Britana beauty studio. - By the way, often on a beach vacation it seems that the skin is getting better. This is due to the fact that under the sun's rays the skin dries out, and due to this, inflammation temporarily disappears. But, unfortunately, after returning from vacation, the situation is getting worse. To prevent this from happening, it is important to use sunscreen cosmetics. Moreover, for your peace of mind, it is better to use it all year round. In addition, in cosmetology, there are different methods to combat all the consequences of exposure to the sun: injection (biorevitalization, bioreparation, plasma therapy), peelings, IPL therapy, laser procedures, restorative treatments."
Dry hair
Admit it, if at least sometimes you think about the skin, then more often than not you do not remember about protecting your hair. But in vain. They are no less susceptible to the destructive effects of the sun. Without proper care and protection, over time, they become lifeless, dry and brittle (especially for light hair).
Expert opinion:
“Direct sunlight leads to the breakdown of melanin (this is our natural pigment) and at the same time lowers the amount of lipids in the hair. This is why protection is so important! - emphasizes Anastas Metaksa, stylist, Davines regional master trainer. - Some of the sunscreen products must be applied after washing. They fall on the hair with a thin, lightweight veil and often give a beautiful shine. They protect the color and sometimes have thermal protection for blow-dry!"
“Dyed and bleached hair suffers the most from UV rays. The sun not only dries them out, but also “removes” the color, makes them lose moisture, and with it “strength,” says Danila Mileev, Kerastase ambassador. - To protect hair, it is important to choose special sunscreens with ceramides and provitamin B5. If suddenly there were no such products at hand, then, when going to swim in the pool or in the sea, apply any oil to your hair along the entire length and especially on the ends. Pull your hair into a bun and then go into the water."
Thinning of the nail plate
You've probably heard that UV gel polish lamps are harmful to your nails. However, no one canceled a beautiful manicure. Well, then at least do not forget about their protection when you are under the scorching rays. They dry the nail plate in the same way and lead to the appearance of microcracks.
Expert opinion:
“Due to the sun, nails lose moisture, become brittle and can begin to exfoliate. To avoid this, be sure to take cuticle oil with you on vacation and try to use it more often, - advises Elena Goncharova, manicure master at Ma & Mi beauty salon. - In salons, the best procedures for eliminating such consequences will be Brazilian manicure and paraffin therapy. And at home you can periodically do baths with different oils."
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