Tips for Summertime Skin Defense

July 8, 2013 Skincare, Sun Protection

In the heat of the summer, the majority of us want to do one thing: have fun in the sun. However, during the summer months, it is important to take preventative steps to protect your skin from the damaging effects of the sun.

In addition to aging your complexion and leaving painful sunburns, sun damage can also lead to an increased risk for skin cancer. Salon Helena helps you protect your skin from the sun this summer with tips from our beauty experts!

The Myth of SPF

When it comes to sun exposure, people have a tendency to reach for the highest SPF. But, the truth is that it’s not about the SPF number, it’s about how you use it!

Sunscreen should be reapplied every 2 hours for maximum protection and you should always use a different sunscreen for your face. Because it is more sensitive and produces more oil, pores may become clogged and skin irritated with the use of broad spectrum sunscreen.

How to Read Sunscreen

If you haven’t already checked out the sunscreen aisle at your local grocery store, you might want to brace yourself. With every number of SPF available, a variety of application methods, and extra chemicals to prevent skin problems, it is easy to choose the wrong sunscreen for your skin.

While most beauty experts agree that any sunscreen is good sunscreen, there are generally two types of sunscreens out there:

  • Chemical Sunscreens
  • Physical Sunscreens

While chemical sunscreens absorb and deactivate UV rays, physical sunscreens that contain titanium oxide or zinc oxides actually reflect UV and UBA rays. Physical sunscreens are also less irritating than chemical sunscreens, an attractive feature for people with oily or sensitive skin.

Rhonda Ellison Protection Cream

For your day to day sun exposure, Salon Helena has the Rhonda Ellison products you need to avoid the harmful effects of UV rays. Rhonda Ellison’s eZinc Protection Cream uses a zinc oxide formula to protect and nourish your skin from the sun.

Using the process of Zinclear, the cream goes on transparent and provides topical protection against the sun’s rays.  Because zinc oxide is also a healing agent, your skin benefits from regenerative support and antioxidants.

Daily Defense

Did you know daily use of sunscreen can significantly slow the signs of aging? Salon Helena also carries Rhonda Ellison’s Daytime Defense Lotion so you can enjoy younger looking skin and protect yourself from the damaging effects of the sun.

Professional Sun Defense for your Skin

With professional quality products from Rhonda Ellison, Salon Helena helps you keep your skin safe and beautiful all summer long! Visit us today and browse our full selection of skincare products.

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