Summer is coming and many of us dream of showing off golden, radiant skin under the summer sun. However, getting a flawless tan requires more than just exposure to the sun. The key to even, long-lasting color is to prepare your skin properly before exposing it to the sun's rays. Here are some valuable tips on how to prepare to get a gorgeous tan this summer.
5 tips to prepare your skin for the arrival of summer
- Exfoliation: Before starting any tanning regimen, it's crucial to exfoliate your skin to remove dead surface cells. Exfoliation makes the skin smoother and more even, allowing for a more even and long-lasting tan.
- Hydration (inside and out): Keep your body well hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day. Water helps keep your skin hydrated from the inside out, promoting proper cellular function and a brighter, more even tan. Furthermore, it is essential for a healthy tan to have the skin well hydrated even superficially. Use moisturizers rich in nutrients such as vitamin E and aloe vera to keep your skin soft and supple, thus reducing the risk of cracking.
- Sun protection: Even if you want to tan, never neglect sunscreen. Always use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a high SPF to protect your skin from harmful UV rays. Adequate protection prevents skin damage and reduces the risk of sunburn, allowing you to achieve a safer and longer-lasting tan.
- Gradual : Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun in the first few days. Start with short sessions of sun exposure and gradually increase the time as your skin gets used to it. This will help avoid sunburn and skin damage and allow for progressive and uniform skin pigmentation.
- Specific supplementation: Choosing the right supplements can help achieve a splendid and long-lasting tan. Especially, if you use supplements targeted for skin health and well-being. We at Nätoo, in this period, recommend Beta Carotene which, as a precursor of Vitamin A, contributes to the maintenance of healthy skin. Furthermore, being a natural dye, it predisposes our skin to a more golden and darker color.
