Let's Begin!

WHAT IS TANNING?

When our skin is exposed to UV rays, it triggers the production of melanin, a pigment responsible for the colouration of our skin, hair, and eyes.

The increased production of melanin leads to a darkening of the skin, giving it a tan sun-kissed appearance.

t's important to note that tanning is actually a sign of skin damage. The darkening of the skin is the body's natural defense mechanism against further UV radiation, as the increased melanin provides some protection against sunburns.

DANGERS OF TANNING :

SKIN CANCER

SUN BURNS

PREMATURE AGING

SOLUTIONS TO TANNING!

The ONLY right thing to do after tanning is to help your skin heal by providing basic HYDRATION + CALMING routine that will help your skin return to it's normal healthy state!

NEVER EVER think about bleaching your face or using harsh chemicals, this is literally the worst thing you can do!

Once you have successfully restored your skin's health and eliminated any signs of irritation, you can explore more advanced treatments such as chemical peels or professional skincare procedures.

STEPS TO DE-TANNING :

AT HOME PROCEDURES

calming face masks - clay or sheet masks to soothe the skin.

Rose water and aleo vera - helps to calm the skin.

hydrating moisturisers - Helps the skin heal faster.

Now that you have healthy non-irritated skin,

you're ready for procedures that can help accelerate the de-tanning process

PROFESSIONAL PROCEDURES

MILD CHEMICAL PEELS - Vitamin C, Kojic Acid, or combinations.

LASER THERAPY - Q-switched lasers, fractional OR PICO lasers.

MICRODERMABRASION - gently exfoliates top layers to reveal fresh skin.

INTENSE PULSED LIGHT THERAPY - narrowband light therapy to help de-tan.

Hope this series helped! :)

stay tuned to learn all about Sunsceerns in the next series!