These mistakes happen most often when sunbathing

Kissed by the sun - a seductive tan looks attractive, but it also brings a number of risks with it. What you should watch out for can be found in our article.

Skin that looks fresh from a holiday is an ideal of beauty for many people, and from the first sunny days onwards it is worked towards with hours of sunbathing. But be careful: although the temperatures are still pleasant, the sun's rays should not be underestimated. Here we have the most common mistakes that happen when sunbathing.

Neglecting sun protection

Tanning takes somewhat longer with sun protection, but in return it is healthier, the skin ages more slowly and skin cancer is prevented. At the beginning you should use an SPF of 50 (UVA & UVB protection); later it can also be reduced somewhat. Do not forget to reapply: swimming, turning over on the towel and other friction reduce the protection, so a new layer of sun cream should be applied again and again, ideally every 2-3 hours.

 

Having unrealistic goals

As already mentioned above, the depth and speed depend on our genetics and can therefore not be influenced. So do not try to spend longer in the sun than your skin can tolerate. Sunburn is not only painful, but also dangerous. Anyone who is naturally fairer will tend to tan slowly. Be patient, your skin will thank you for it!

 

Underestimating the sun

The sky is overcast, you are lying in the shade anyway, or it is already evening. Please do not go without protection even so: even in the shade about 65% of the sun rays still reach you. In windy conditions too we readily underestimate the power of the sun. Better to apply a little more cream than to risk sunburn. A tan that is built up slowly also lasts longer and is healthier.

 

Giving the skin no break

Off to the swimming pool at 9 o’clock and not back until the evening? Give your skin a bit of a break; around midday it is better to avoid the sun. Take some time out in a café. Reapply cream more often and move into the shade from time to time. With sunburn you should not go into the sun at all, so take a rest day at home when your skin feels red or stressed.

 

Forgetting after-sun care

The sun dries out our skin. After extensive sunbathing, good after-sun care is called for: cooling gel creams with aloe vera are ideal for providing the skin with moisture.

There are also a few good tips for keeping the tan for a long time. Here too, though, the darker skin types are ahead. Their tan usually lasts longer. Good care preserves the summer tan. Light peels are allowed; strong peels regenerate the layers of skin and should therefore rather be left out.

 

Stay healthy!