Healthy tan - how to take care of your skin?

How to take care of your skin so that your body is covered with a healthy tan?

There are a few simple rules to take care of your skin and ensure a healthy tan - without peeling skin or dangerous sunburn. With the right approach, you can make the most of the summer sun to achieve a holiday look. Here are the most important ways to make the most of the beautiful weather during your upcoming holiday!

Using sunscreens

Creams, oils and lotions with an SPF filter are an essential item in the inventory of people who want to take care of their skin and get a healthy tan. The higher the SPF filter value, the better the protection for the skin. However, remember that prolonged exposure to the sun requires regular application of the cosmetic - a new layer should be applied after about 3 hours of continuous sunbathing. And when you get out of the water, you should apply it no later than an hour after swimming. It's also worth mentioning that people with tattoos must make sure they have a high SPF sunscreen, as sunbathing is particularly risky for tattooed skin. Both for the skin and the tattoo.

Proper nutrition

The diet of sunbathers should be rich in ß-carotene, vitamins C and E, selenium, zinc, manganese, lycopene, lutein and astaxanthin - strong antioxidant properties of these components will help to combat dangerous oxygen radicals which result in skin ageing and deterioration of its appearance. In addition, ingredients such as copper (supporting skin pigmentation processes) and hyaluronic acid (known for its valuable effect on skin functions and condition) will play an important role. All the mentioned ingredients, as well as other valuable additives, have been used in the formula of Beta-Solar by Olimp Laboratories, developed for people who want to take care of their skin and maintain a healthy tan while sunbathing or using a tanning bed.

Avoid peak hours of sunshine

When on holiday, especially in exotic countries, it's hard to say no to "lying and frying" from early in the morning. However, sunbathing between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. can cause a lot of damage to your skin. So it's worth choosing other activities during these hours, and spend the late afternoon getting a healthy tan without the unnecessary risk of sunburn.

Don't forget to stay hydrated

Dry skin is extremely susceptible to damage, and a dehydrated body overheats much more quickly. It's important to remember that intensive sweating during sunbathing doesn't just cause water loss. Sweat also contains valuable electrolytes (e.g. magnesium, sodium, potassium), which leads to a high risk of their deficiency. That's why it's worth drinking not only mineral water but also the Iso Plus isotonic drink from Olimp Sport Nutrition, whose convenient form of effervescent tablets will help hydrate the body in any situation!