Exposure to the sun, in addition to burns and irritations, also causes photoaging and increases the risk of skin cancer.
Therefore, choosing the cosmetics we use during the summer and holidays is not a simple task.
Except for the necessary sun protection, it is good to choose cosmetics with specific ingredients, in order to increase the protection of the skin from the negative effects of the sun.
The role of vitamin C cosmetics
The first choice is cosmetic products with vitamin C. Vitamin C, except photoprotection, also contributes to whitening (a useful property especially in freckles and spots), while reducing the free radicals caused by the sun and responsible for photoaging as well as precancerous and cancerous skin lesions. Products containing vitamin C should be stored in a cool place and tightly sealed, because they oxidize.
For greater effectiveness, ask your pharmacist for products with more than 2% and in a form that ensures slow release to minimize the possibility of oxidation.
Cosmetic products with coenzyme Q10
A worthy choice for the summer season are cosmetics with coenzyme Q10, which is known for its anti-aging and antioxidant properties. Coenzyme Q10 is naturally present in the skin, helping to reduce free radicals, but is reduced in photo-exposed areas.
Choose products in the form of nanoparticles, so that it is better absorbed by the cells.
Ceramides, urea and oats for hydration and shine
The skin at this time, especially during holidays near the sea, needs good hydration, since the sun, wind and sea water dry it out, resulting in wrinkles.
Ingredients such as ceramides that reduce transdermal water loss as well as Hyaluronic Acid of low molecular weight, which holds it, achieve excellent hydration on the face.
For the body, a good suggestion is urea, a strong substance moisturizing and emollient action, as well as oats, which are used in products for atopic dermatitis (abnormally dry skin) and have an additional anti-inflammatory effect, thus treating any minor irritations caused by the sun.
Article from www.onmed.gr by Katerina Lambrinopoulou, dermatologist-aphrodisologist, from Pharmaceutical World
