Exfoliate
| To "sunbathe" properly, you must start exposure with perfectly hydrated skin , maintained by regular peels and scrubs , because a thick horny layer protects against UV rays. |  |
Opt for cleaning with mild soap
No shower gel, even organic, because these products are drying and sensitize the skin. The same goes for cleansing oils; they are a mixture of oil and detergents that leave residue on the skin, which will then cause rashes and/or dry patches, especially on the arms or cheeks.
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Hydrate, repair
The priority will therefore be to drink enough and to hydrate your skin as much as possible with a combination of oils and waxes, as in our Summer Garden Radiance Balm . It will limit insensible water loss, restore the skin's functionality by constituting the hydrolipidic film.
Protect
It is important to protect yourself from a young age because children's skin is very fragile. and even more sensitive to UV rays. Heavy exposure in childhood is paid for throughout life. I recommend strict protection with SPF 50+ on the face and décolleté where the skin is thin. I often say that sunscreen is the best anti-aging product . Compare your facial and chest skin (if you don't expose it). You will see that it is much smoother and has no spots.
In addition to the anti-UV filters of an SPF50 sunscreen , you will need to provide anti-free radicals (substances that capture free radicals) , anti-inflammatory and soothing substances, and apply a moisturizer every evening to reform the stratum corneum, the protective film naturally present on the surface of the epidermis damaged by these attacks.
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Adopt a diet rich in beta-carotenes, vitamins and antioxidants
Consume foods rich in vitamin A at each meal to obtain a slightly more tanned complexion : cod liver oil, micro-algae (spirulina and chlorella), colorful fruits and vegetables to eat raw (lettuce, spinach, kale, carrots, squash, tomatoes, eggplant, beetroot, blueberry, watermelon, papaya, guava and melon).
Tyosine, the amino acid precursor to melanin, is also of interest. It is found in the following foods: almonds, avocados, bananas, lima beans, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, and certain hard cheeses such as Parmesan and Comté.
Cysteine is also involved in the synthesis of melanin: brewer's yeast, wheat germ, garlic, onion, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, nuts, seeds, seafood, fish, eggs, meat.
Antioxidants effectively trap free radicals generated by ultraviolet rays. Sources of vitamin C and antioxidants are fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables. It is important to look for short circuits (direct from producer) and organic, guaranteeing good value for money, without pesticides and richer in antioxidants.
It is also important to follow the seasons, this allows you to change your diet and detoxify the liver for a spring kitchen, we think of herbs such as thyme, basil, parsley, coriander, wild garlic, ginger and turmeric, but also delicious seaweed in salads!
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin, so it's found in fat-rich foods like wheat germ oil, sunflower oil, grape seed oil, walnuts, almonds, avocado, and oily fish. Eat 5 servings of fruits and vegetables (tomatoes, melons, strawberries, carrots, etc.) every day. For snacks, consider fresh tomato or carrot juice, for example.
Omegas: Those that boost hydration, the right cocktail of omega 3, 6, and 9. Each vegetable oil has a unique composition that combines varying levels of fatty acids with other so-called minor components, but whose role is not negligible! Choose organic and cold-pressed oils to preserve their benefits. Combine them according to the desired goals (anti-inflammatory, hydration, etc.).
I insist on the fact that you need very little sun for a pretty color!
Try it, you will see the skin will be golden, less dry and the tan will last longer. I'm not talking about phototype; we know that the more blond or red-haired you are with light eyes, the more fragile you are, but ultimately I also see a lot of cancer in brunettes who think they're safe and don't protect themselves.
Does the sun have beneficial effects?
Yes, vitamin D synthesis, but 20 minutes is enough, so no justification for “baking on the beach.” We shouldn’t ban the sun, because it regulates immunity and is said to have protective effects. against certain cancers. It's a whole package, it's also important to do outdoor sports, benefit from the benefits of sea air, so like everything else, in moderation!