“Sun Damage – What You Can Do If You Have It And How To Avoid It.”
Summer. A word that brings a smile to everyone. It reminds us of carefree times, friends, and family. I don’t know about you but being in the sun always makes me feel happier and yes, healthier, but not in that suntan kind of way most of us used to work very hard to achieve. We have all experienced the wrath of too many summer days lathering our bodies in baby oil…some of us even laying on a “tar” roof to get that extra suntan glow. Looking back only one word comes to mind and that is CRAZY! However, the old saying goes, “ignorance is bliss”. The reality is we do know better now that we are all grown up, right? If you’re not quite sure, all you have to do is look at a few age spots, hyper pigmentation, and yes, some extra lines and wrinkles.
Here Are Some Truths: We do need the sun. The sun assists in us being healthier both physically and mentally. However, over the years there has been some damage to the ozone layer. So the protection from the ultraviolet rays it once provided for us has been compromised. Due to this compromise, we are now required to pay closer attention to our skin because it has been discovered that 80% of sun damage occurs before the age of 18 and 90% of skin problems are due to overexposure to the sun. Does that mean wearing sunscreen 24 hours a day is necessary? I would say NO! If you have noticed, there are more Vitamin D deficiencies now. I’m quite certain it is because the cosmetic industry caught hold of the “premature aging due to the sun” phenomena and began marketing anti-aging and sunscreen in almost every skincare/cosmetic product they could put it in. A little exaggeration on my end when I say “everything” but I think it is safe to say that many products now have sunscreen added to the ingredient list. Sunscreen definitely has value and should be worn, but in order for it to be effective you have to reapply regularly to protect the skin properly. I don’t know about you but I feel pretty confident women are not going to reapply their foundation or moisturizer throughout the day.
Rule #1 Apply sunscreen when you need it, as you need it and reapply regularly to ensure your skin is protected! Wear an SPF of 15 or above. Keep your skincare and your sunscreen separate. This will help to eliminate adding occlusive ingredients to the skin when it’s not necessary, avoiding clogged pores.
Solutions For Sun Damaged Skin: Home care is the most important step to reversing sun damage. Yes, you read that correctly – reversing sun damage. You can reverse sun damage and it’s not that complicated, costly, or time consuming. Where to start? Proper skincare! What you do daily is going to aid in the healing of your skin. Each product in the GINAMARIE line is formulated to assist in the healing of skin.
Liquid Loofah Cleanser – Removes dead cell build-up, balances the pH of skin, moisturizes with the added Vitamin E, and stimulates circulation within the skin.
Herbal Hydrating Mist – Calms and hydrates skin throughout the day.
Herbal E Oil – Keeps skin moisturized and aids in healing.
Rejuvenation Creme – Increases blood flow daily, nourishes, and strengthens skin.
Nutrient Serum – Increase blood flow, nourishes with the rich antioxidant ingredients, vitamins and minerals.
Hyaluronic Acid – Intensified Hydration – Holds moisture in the skin and plumps the skin.
Vitamin E Stick – Keeps the lips moisturized and protected.
Treatment Masks: Weekly / monthly treatment masks work! They help to increase circulation within the skin, providing nourishment and keeping the skin clean. Alternating between the Clarifying Mint Mask, Facial Toning Treatment, and our new Hydrating Charcoal Mask will give your skin everything it needs to be healthy, radiant and beautiful. You have two options: Let GINAMARIE pamper you at our skin center or treat yourself to a little well deserved “me time” at home.
LED Light Therapy: This noninvasive treatment is without a doubt incredibly beneficial in reversing sun damage and so much more. Six Light Therapy treatments are recommended, approximately two weeks apart. There is no down time and the best part you will instantly see a difference in your skin. When used with the GINAMARIE product line the results are amazing.
The Benefits of Light Therapy:
* Helps Sun Damaged Skin
* Minimizes Fine Lines & Wrinkles
* Improves Skin Tone
* Heals Blemishes
* Reduces Crows Feet
* Improves Circulation
* Regeneration/Stimulation of Collagen
* Reduces Melanin Production
* Lessens Pore Size
The Bottom Line:
You can reverse sun damage and improve the overall health of your skin. You may not be able to turn back time but you don’t have to look older than your actual age. The answer to fun in the sun is be smart. Protect your skin from overexposure to UV rays and maintain a healthy skincare regimen – both daily and weekly. GINAMARIE Skin Center is here to help you with your skin wellness goals whether it be coming to our skin center and benefitting from the many holistic skin therapy services we offer or strictly caring for your skin in the privacy of your home. We are a click, a phone call or a short distance away to helping you achieve healthy skin!
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