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You know what summer time means: basking in the sun! Unfortunately, too much time in the open air can lead to visible skin damage—dark spots, new wrinkles and lines, scaly patches… and let us not forget it can help develop skin cancer. The good news, though, is that there are strategies that can help you avoid sun damage—even (especially) in the summer!

Sun damage not only affects your physical appearance but threatens your health. However, there are many actions you can take to protect yourself and reduce your chances of developing inconvenient growths. So, this is your chance to protect yourself and take action.

1. Talk to your dermatologist or esthetician. They will answer all of your burning questions and steer you in the right direction before packing your bags to the beach!
2. Follow a protective skincare routine:
   1. Cleanse your skin with a great cleanser. Sun exposure can make your skin look dull and lackluster. Enter: a cleanser that will kickstart your morning and night routine. Gearity MD Pure Lactic cleanser is a gentle , exfoliating cleanser that renews and refreshes the skin so that it is ready to boost your routine.
   2. Apply an antioxidant serum. Vitamin C is a two-fold recipe against sun damage, as it offers both protective and corrective benefits. Serums containing vitamin C boost collagen production (hello elasticity!) and protect the skin barrier all at once.
   3. Hydrate your skin. Yes, drink plenty of water! But also moisturize. Sun exposure decreases the ability that the skin has to retain moisture by breaking down the natural hyaluronic acid in it. Because of this, a rich moisturizer is crucial. Gearity MD Ultra Hydrate Rich is a phenomenal choice because it is designed to lock in moisture and enhance the barrier function.
   4. Protect your skin to avoid sun damage. It should go without saying, but sunscreen is your ABF (absolute best friend). When it comes to your skin health, there should be no slacking at the time of picking your ally. Gearity MD BB Balm is a SPF 40 sunscreen without fragrance or preservatives that will protect your skin and help you fight off damage. Remember to retouch it every couple of hours!
3. Get regular skin checkups. It’s a good idea to schedule a consultation with your skin specialist after you have returned from your time outdoors to conduct a health checkup and see if you need to make any adjustments to your routine.
   Further, according to statistics compiled by the Skin Cancer Foundation, when detected early, the 5-year survival rate for melanoma is 99%.  So, checking in with your doctor regularly will up those chances dramatically.

Admittedly, sunscreen is your best soldier against sun damage and premature skin aging. Indeed, SPF is the skin’s primary defense against harmful UV rays that cause photodamage, sunburn, and skin cancer. As a result, choosing the right one for you will be a way to secure your strategy to avoid sun damage. 

Gearity MD offers two top-of-the-line sunscreens. While we are going to help you understand the differences between both, we recommend you talk to your aesthetician to make the best decision.

Both sunscreens provide effective UV protection, but BB Glow offers added cosmetic benefits, while BB Balm emphasizes gentleness and higher SPF.

When you visit any of our Gearity Wellness Center locations, you will find expert advice and products to help you avoid sun damage and radiate all year round. Contact us to book an appointment at our Hunter’s Creek or Narcoossee locations. Call (407) 418 9122 for Hunter’s Creek or for Narcoossee or send us a message online today.