It's hard to believe we've reached the final weeks of summer, but here we are. After soaking up the sun for the past few months, we can now get tans...and, uh, a little sun damage.
Don't worry, we reached out to our friends at Globber, a specialty facial center in the New York tri-state area, for the best post-summer skin care tips. (Psst, if you're near one of their locations, be sure to check out our selection of the best local products.)
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Glory Herrera is a senior esthetician and training specialist at Glober, an accessible facial care destination with locations throughout the New York tri-state area. Glory graduated from Christine Valmi in 2018 and has worked in the beauty and skin care industry for 15 years. In addition to providing more than 2,500 Glowbar treatments, Glori currently trains new estheticians and oversees ongoing education and training across the company.
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What are the most common skin care concerns you have with your customers at the end of summer?
"The most common skin concerns I see in my clients at the end of summer are dry skin, sun damage, and clogged pores," says Herrera. Sun damage, or hyperpigmentation, usually appears on the upper part of the face, such as the forehead and cheekbones, and appears as spots or blemishes that are darker than your skin tone.
He added: "Many people think that one application of sunscreen is enough to protect their skin from the sun. However, regular reapplication (ideally every few hours) is essential to take care of your skin during the summer months.
What is the best way to take care of your skin when you are exposed to a lot of sun?
After a lot of sun exposure, Herrera recommends taking a short break and not applying active ingredients like alpha and beta hydroxy acids (AHA/BHA) and retinol to the skin. "Excess sun exposure can cause sensitivity, so active ingredients should be avoided until the skin heals. The active ingredient can also interfere with the healing process, causing more irritation," he explained.
How to rehydrate sun damaged skin?
Add products containing vitamins C, E and hyaluronic acid to your skin care routine if you haven't already. "Vitamin C can help reduce redness and protect the skin from further damage, while vitamin E can help moisturize and soften dry skin. Best of all, hyaluronic acid is like drinking water for dry, dehydrated skin," says Herrera.
Do you have any tips for dealing with sun damage or dark spots?
The key to treating and preventing further sun damage is to apply sunscreen daily and reapply every two hours during the day. Herrera reiterates the importance of adding vitamin C here, as it's "a great antioxidant that can help brighten skin while providing added protection when applied underneath sunscreen."
She's also a proponent of using aloe vera products to "soothe and reduce inflammation" and green tea "another powerful antioxidant that helps hydrate and repair the skin."
How to prepare your skin for the transition between summer and fall?
Gradually start replacing gel and foam cleansers with lighter, milkier cleansers. (Editor's note: The same goes for your moisturizer. Switch from light gels and creams to emollient lotions and creams depending on how dry your skin is.) "The goal is to add more hydration to your routine to strengthen the skin's barrier and prepare for the face. Cold months are coming," said Herrera.
Was there any professional treatment at this time?
The end of summer is a great time to start thinking about professional facials. During a facial, "your esthetician can offer personalized treatments that typically include gentle exfoliants, extracts and even LED therapy," says Herrera. Combined, these steps can "help remove dead skin buildup, allow your products to better absorb dirt and oil and unclog pores, and the red LED lights can help reduce inflammation, prepping your skin for the new season." ""
As for other in-office treatments like laser treatments and chemical peels, these are done after the transition months are over and we enter fall or winter. According to Herrera, there are two reasons to wait: 1) First, you want to give your skin time to recover from sun damage. 2) You'll want to do this type of treatment if you don't plan on being out in the sun and can generally limit the amount of UV exposure you have, since your skin is more sensitive after a laser treatment or peel.
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Aqua Bomb 11% Hyaluronic Moisturizing Serum.
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