Spring break is the perfect chance to get away from those piles of books and endless term papers in order to enjoy relaxing days in the sunshine with your best friends. While you’ll likely delight in the warmth of the sun, you need to make sure that you are taking care of your skin as well.
These tips will help you keep your skin safe and healthy while you enjoy a fun-filled vacation.
Moisturize as often as possible.
Sunshine, warm air and chemicals from the pool can make your skin excessively dry during your spring break adventures. Be sure to moisturize your skin in the morning and in the evening in order to keep it looking healthy and fresh for your entire trip. Of course, in addition to applying moisturizer, you need to keep your body hydrated as well. Drink plenty of water while you are away, especially if you are traveling to a warm weather location where you may dehydrate quickly.
Always wear sunblock.
Sunblock is perhaps the most important skin care product that you need to pack for your vacation. Harmful UV rays from the sun will not only result in a nasty sunburn on unexposed skin, it can put you at risk for developing skin cancer. Remember that sunscreen will protect the skin for a certain period of time, and should be reapplied on a regular basis. It’s particularly important to apply your sunscreen multiple times throughout the day if you are spending your days by the pool or at the beach. In addition, you should do your best to minimize sun exposure by wearing light, cool layers, hats, and sunglasses.
Try out locally-made skin care products.
Traveling to a new destination is a great way to learn about another culture and provides you with an opportunity to support the local economy. While you are sightseeing, be sure to stop in the shops to see if there are any local skin care products made from natural ingredients that could help you refresh your skin. You never know what you might find, and you’ll be supporting the people who live and work in the area that you are visiting.
If you are an esthetician, you know the importance of caring for your skin. As a professional, you can play an important role in early skin care detection. For more information, sign up for the New York Institute of Beauty’s Early Detection of Skin Care workshop today.
