El Nino is making the world a little warmer every year, meaning that staying cool is no longer as easy as it used to be. When we get hot, we sweat, and our skin takes a beating. Add to this the damage the sun does and the extra oil our skin produces when we are hot and you have a recipe for disaster, or at least increased outbreaks and further wrinkles!

The world is only going to get hotter (http://www.climatecentral.org/gallery/graphics/the-new-normal-earth-is-getting-hotter), so looking after your skin is essential. These top tips will keep your skin healthy, even as the mercury rises!

 

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Stay out of the sun

We all like getting a tan, but doing so can also damage your skin irreparably. If you want to go for a golden glow, opt for an airbrush tan; alternatively, if you must sunbathe, only spend time in the sun before 10am or after 3pm. If you do go out in the sun, or even go outdoors, make it a habit to slather on some sunscreen, as this can protect you from harmful UV rays and stop sunburn.

Deep cleanse

Sweat and oil are not a great combination; in addition, if you are out and about, you are also exposed to dirt and grime. When you wash your face, make sure you use the correct products and deep cleanse without damaging or over-exfoliating. Deep cleansing can remove all excess oil and dirt and you can use a product such as Eucerin Aquaphor Soothing Skin Balm afterwards to keep your skin in tip-top condition.

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Keep cool

Getting hot directly results in losing moisture through your skin; therefore, protecting your skin for this is a good idea.  You can buy serums and creams that provide moisture protection without making your skin oily. At the end of the day, keeping cool will benefit your skin; therefore, whenever you can, avoid getting too hot or dehydrated, as your skin will show the effects. To help keep your home or work place cool you could try solar shading or architectural screening with Brise Soleil at such sites as https://alusystems.uk/brise-soleil-solar-shading/.

Hydrate

Keeping cool, staying out of the sun and using protective products are all essential; in addition, it is vital that you drink enough water to keep hydrated. Hydrated skin is softer, firmer, has more elasticity, and looks fresher and more youthful.