How to tan better and extend its good looks until the end of September? 

Here are 10 principles to follow:

1. IF YOU SCRUB, YOU GRADUALLY ERASE YOUR TAN.

FALSE . As long as it is exposed to the sun, it is better not to exfoliate, because, during this period, the skin thickens to protect itself, it should not be counteracted. On the other hand, on your return, for a bright tan, do not hesitate to make a scrub every three days, either with a grain product or with a brush.

2. AFTER-SUN CREAMS ARE EXCELLENT FOR TREATING SUNBURN.

TRUE and FALSE. The soothing properties of these formulas will calm the immediate damage of the sun's erythema, especially the burning sensation, but they do not treat deeply damaged cells, especially those called "sun burn cells", definitely out of 'use.

3. A CLEANSING MILK SHOULD BE USED TO REMOVE THE SUNSCREEN FROM THE FACE.

FALSE . Since sunscreens contain fatty substances, there is nothing better than oils to emulsify and remove them without rubbing. As a bonus, the oil will repair the hydro-lipidic film damaged by the sun and repetitive baths.

4. DURING THE HOLIDAYS, IT IS BETTER TO WASH WITH A MOISTURIZING SHOWER GEL.

TRUE . Soothing your epidermis with a formula that claims nourishing properties from the shower stage is paramount. You can even rush on shower oils, as for the face, they are a champion to trap the sunscreens and bring the first dose of hydration to the skin.



5. IF YOU WANT TO PROLONG YOUR TAN, YOU MUST MOISTURIZE YOUR SKIN MORNING AND EVENING.

TRUE . To make the tan last, it is necessary to avoid desquamation, therefore hydrating galore. By applying a formula rich in water and fat twice a day. The water irrigates the cells and the fat prevents its evaporation. Think about drinking plenty of water!

6. IN THE SUMMER, IT IS BEST TO EXCHANGE YOUR NIGHT CREAM FOR AN AFTER-SUN.

TRUE . After shoots with UVA and UVB, the skin accumulates oxidative stress and inflammation, hence the interest of formulas that prevent aging and protect free radicals. What promises after-sun face. If you can not do without your usual cream, slip underneath a repairing serum like Estée Lauder's Advanced Night Repair or Coherence Serum from Liérac.

7. THE MILK AND CREAMS KNOWN AS TANNING EXTENSIONS ARE NOT JUST MARKETING.

TRUE . Their formulas contain active ingredients that stimulate melanocytes. And as they work at full speed during exhibitions, they are in the starting blocks to continue to synthesize melanin. After the holidays, if you use them morning and evening and you expose yourself twenty minutes to a terrace or walk, you can stay tanned up to six weeks more than normal.

8. NO NEED FOR AN AFTER-SUN, ON THE BODY, A GOOD MOISTURIZING CREAM IS ENOUGH.

FALSE . After exposure to the sun, the skin has lost water and minerals. A classic moisturizer compensates water loss but rarely the minerals. The after-sun contain. It is recommended also to use them during the holidays but also at least three weeks, the time it takes on average to the skin to recover.

9. THE IDEAL IS TO USE A MOISTURIZING OIL, ALWAYS MORE RESTORATIVE THAN A MILK.


TRUE . In addition to the virtually immediate comfort provided by the oil, its finer texture gives it the advantage of going deep into the layers of the skin.

10. BACK FROM VACATION, WE ALWAYS HAVE A BOUNCE BUTTONS ON THE FACE.

TRUE and FALSE. This applies to fragile skin that suffers from acne or tends to have pimples and blackheads. The reason? With tanning, the horny layer of the epidermis thickens, result, the skin breathes less well, pores are clogged and pimples and blackheads point the tip of their noses. Prefer salicylic acid formulas with anti-inflammatory properties, ideal in case of buds budding.