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How does sunlight damage your skin?

  Many people like to soak in the sunlight to get a glorious tan. But many times, excessive exposure to harmful UV rays can cause skin damage. Sun damage is one of the leading causes of a range of skin issues. You may develop skin conditions such as dark spots, premature aging, and even skin cancer due to harmful UV rays from the sun. The skin damage caused by solar radiation is also known as photodamage. It can happen when the skin is directly under prolonged sun exposure without any sun protection, such as sunscreen. It may affect different skin types in many different ways. Some people may experience sun damage in the upper layer, such as the dermis. However, photodamage happens when the sun damage reaches the skin’s deeper layer called the epidermis.  What are the adverse effects of sun damage? The damage from the sun may cause many adverse effects on the skin, which are as follows: Premature wrinkles loss of skin elasticity  Dark spots/patches Hyperpigmentation Skin darkening Rou

How to take care of your oily skin in summer?

Oily skin attracts much more dust and pollution during the hot summers than any other skin type. Only washing your face with soap or face wash is not enough to maintain your skin’s integrity in summers. Rather, washing your face with harsh soap or facewash can disrupt your skin balance, strip the protective layer and lead to acne. So, if your skin is oily, make sure to update your skincare routine and use specifically made skincare products, makeup, and lotion for oily skin . Summer Skincare Routine for oily skin Here are a few tips for oily skin that you must follow to maintain healthy skin in summers: Step -1: Oily skin attracts too much dirt and accumulates skin impurities. So, make sure to start your skincare by thoroughly cleansing your face using a gentle cleanser. Step -2: Exfoliating your skin is essential to unclog your skin pores but avoid excessive exfoliation. Use a gentle exfoliant to exfoliate your skin 2-3 times a week. Step -3: As oily skin tends to shine and produce