Keep Skin Healthy while You Enjoy the Sun
When you’re outside soaking up summer’s fresh air and sunshine, your skin is soaking up harmful ultraviolet rays that can cause everything from premature aging to skin cancer.
Whether your time outdoors is spent gardening, biking, swimming or simply sitting in a comfortable chair reading, you need to pay special attention to your skin to protect it from the sun’s damaging effects.
Your most effective defense is an effective skin care line that contains SPF to protect your skin but is formulated to be gentle on your skin. For example, the Chellá Professional Skin Care line includes Moisture Formula Morning Crema with an SPF of 15.
But don’t stop there. Collagen, the substance that keeps skin firm an elastic, breaks down with prolonged UV exposure, which can cause facial wrinkles. To help counteract this effect, look for skin care that contain peptides, amino acids which stimulate the skin to synthesize its own collagen.
Chellá, also available at Saks Fifth Avenue in Beverly Hills, has a patent pending ingredient called the Chell-X Complex, which contains peptides combined with other key ingredients to stimulate your skin’s natural collagen production. Studies show that the collagen peptides in Chellá’s products increased the synthesis of collagen by 350 percent. It’s proven that peptides twice a day for 30 days will have a substantial impact on your skin.
Here are some other common-sense tip for enjoying the outdoors this summer:
* Your face isn’t the only part of your body that needs sunscreen. Find the right product for your skin type and your activity level. You can choose from lotions, sprays and gels, as well as formulas designed to be waterproof if you’re planning a day at the beach.
* Avoid the sun when it is at its hottest, usually from around 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. When you do go outside, stay in the shade as much as possible. It is also a good idea to wear a wide-brimmed hat to protect your scalp and your face, even when using sunscreen. If you plan to be outside for extended lengths of time, wear lightweight clothing that will protect your arms and legs.
* Drink plenty of water when you’re enjoying outdoor activities. This is important for guarding against dehydration in hot summer temperatures, but sufficient water also plays a role in hydrating your skin.
After a day in the sun, pamper your skin with Chellá’s Micro-Exfoliation Cleanser “Facial Purificazione,” followed by the Skin Firming Serum “Istante Beauty” and the soothing Replenish Formula Evening Crema. The botanicals and vitamins in these products help heal your skin while the anti-oxidants protect skin from harmful free radical cancer causing cells.
To try these products for yourself, take advantage of the free trial offer at www.Chella.com.