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Written by Amanda Beaty

Wednesday, 14 May 2008

by AmandaBeaty

The human body's largest organ is, in fact, its skin. This marvelous flesh keeps us cool, warms us and protects from everything from bacteria to dehydration. The first life of defense, this durable and self repairing cover protects us, but what are we doing to protect it? Here are a few simple ways you can help your skin, help you.

Daily care is a must. Don't allow yourself to get into the habit of using products like deodorant soap on your face. This can cause drying, cracking and flaking. Instead, use products made for your type of skin. Make sure that the product you are using is for daily use because many scrubs and care products contain Salicylic Acid and used in combinations with other products it can cause drying and irritation.

If you are using a care product for that contains alpha hydroxyl acid (AHA) keep in mind that this product can in fact make your skin more sensitive. There are studies that link this product to a greater sunburn risk. Some products that contain AHA now carry a warning on the label. It doesn't hurt to check though.

Block that sun! You have been hearing it for years now, but it's important enough to say again. "Use your sunblock!" While the brand is up to you, most dermatologists recommend a broad spectrum SPF30, one which blocks both UVA and UVB rays. It also doesn't hurt to reapply after swimming or exertion. Remember you can get a sunburn skiing the slopes too.

Don't forget to protect your lips either. Women using shiny glosses for that summer shimmer can be endangering their skin more. You needn't give up that summer favorite, just put a layer of lip balm or gloss which has sunscreen in it.

Covering up before you go out can also help you protect your skin. A light weight shirt can cover shoulders and arms and help prevent sun burn and damage. A hat can be worn to help protect the nose, forehead, scalp and ears. These areas get the most exposure so a little additional care can't hurt.

Hydrate! Hydrate! Hydrate! Serious skin care works from the inside out, our bodies skin, will show dehydration first. Hydrating lotions on the skin are important. Hydrating on the inside is just as important.

Taking care of our skin that takes care of us should be our number one rule. Serious skin care procedures and good practices, will keep our skin healthy and us looking better. This skin is ours for life, and a few minutes a day will go a long way.

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