How to take care of skin during hot weather

Ho Chi Minh City and southern provinces are entering the peak heat wave. This is when the skin is directly affected by UV rays.
According to specialist doctor I Lu Huynh Thanh Thao, Department of Aesthetic Skin, Ho Chi Minh City Dermatology Hospital, the skin can be seriously degraded if we do not maintain the living habits and eating science.

Working pressure, staying up late, eating a lot of fat, sugar, not removing makeup, makes skin appear many problems such as poor vitality, dry and wrinkled skin, dark spots, freckles, acne. In particular, regular sun exposure also makes the skin worse. Ultraviolet rays can harm the skin any time of the year. Hot sunny days have a high UV index, skin protection is very important and cannot be ignored. Dr. Thao shares 3 minimum skin care steps that you should not ignore during hot weather: Remove make-up and clean skin Dr. Thao said skin cleaning is a very important step that cannot be ignored. Cleansing helps the skin to “detox” after a day of suffering from the penetration of dirt, sweat, oil … Makeup remover is the minimum step that cannot be ignored when taking care of your skin. Photo: Insider. You need to wash your face twice a day in the morning and at night with a cleanser. Especially, in the evening before washing your face, you need to remove makeup with suitable products to help clean, dry skin, eliminate the causes of acne, darken skin. “Remember, not removing makeup, or cleaning your skin before going to bed is the most dangerous mistake. Clogging of the pores, easy to cause acne, dry skin, accelerating aging … are common problems if you forget to remove makeup before going to bed ”Dr. Thao recommends. Apply moisturizer If you think “in summer, hot and humid weather without moisturizing” is completely wrong. You may prefer to choose a quick absorbing gel or serum gel moisturizer if you have normal skin and are in a gel form for oily skin. During the dry season, you should prioritize a water-soluble moisturizer with an SPF of ≥ 30 if used during the day. Moisturizing is an indispensable care step, especially for those with dry or sensitive skin. After cleansing, you should apply moisturizer to keep the skin moist, smooth and shiny. In hot weather, skin is subjected to direct impact if not covered. Photo: Quynh Danh. Use sunscreen If the job requires a lot of sun exposure and outdoor activities, including no direct exposure, sun protection is a necessary step to protect the skin from the harmful effects of sunlight. Dr. Thao notes that you should choose a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher, which is resistant to both UVA and UVB rays. In case of contact with water such as bathing or swimming pool, you should choose a cream that says “water resistance”, repeat after drying skin. “You need to apply sunscreen every 2 hours if you get a lot of sun exposure. In addition, you should cover with dark coats, masks, sunglasses, and a wide-brimmed hat to protect your skin from UV rays. “, Dr. Thao recommended. In addition to the above steps, in order for your skin to be beautiful, you need to remember to maintain your living habits, rest moderately, drink enough water, eat plenty of green vegetables, fruits, and limit alcoholic beverages and sweets and fats.