Top 5 Skincare Tips For Summer

Top 5 Skincare Tips For Summer

 

How to Beat the Heat and Stay Acne Free all Summer Long!

1. Get a Smart Tan-or none at all! – The sun is not your enemy, as long as you are smart about your sun exposure. While tanning can hide acne blemishes and scars temporarily, tanning stresses your skin cells which can slow down the healing of acne and also clog pores with dead skin cells, leading to more breakouts. It’s best to avoid tanning altogether and wear sunscreen any time you go outside! Even on cloudy days, the sun’s rays can still harm unprotected skin. Get in the routine of applying an SPF each morning when you wake up!

2. Use a Water-Based Moisturiser – Heat, sunlight and humidity can irritate acne-prone skin during the summer. Keep your skin clear with an oil-free water based moisturiser such as SkinB5’s Acne Control Moisturiser. This non-comedogenic face lotion goes on light, dries quickly and helps keep your skin moist, rejuvenated and clear all day.

3. Cleanse, Cleanse, Cleanse – With hot summer days comes dirt, sweat, and unwanted bacteria. Summer heat isn’t always your skin’s friend, but it doesn’t have to stop you from having fun in the sun. Use a gentle cleanser at least twice a day; once in the morning, once at night to remove sweat, dirt and bacteria that can cause acne flare ups.

4. Minimise Peak Day Sun Exposure – The sun’s rays are most intense in the middle of the day-from 11 AM to 3 PM. If possible, avoid spending a lot of time in the sun during those hours. Otherwise, make sure you apply sunscreen regularly (every 1-2 hours) to stay protected.

5. Know Your Acne Products – Did you know your acne medication could be increasing your risk of sunburn and skin cancer? That’s right, many prescription acne medications and topical acne treatments actually make your skin overly sensitive to the sun’s rays. This means you have an increased chance of burning more quickly than you would off the medication. Research the side effects of your acne medication (sun sensitivity is included in many side effect lists), and be sure to check out this article on how to reduce sun sensitivity protect your skin from sun damage.

SkinB5 Launches Partnership with Velocity; Virgin Australia’s Frequent Flyer Rewards Program

 

Buy SkinB5’s proven natural acne fighting system now and get Velocity points!  SkinB5 announces partnership with Velocity, Virgin Australia’s Frequent Flyer Rewards Program to reward all customers who are Velocity members with 10 Velocity points for every $1 they spend on purchasing SkinB5.   Customers can collect and redeem Velocity points when they purchase SkinB5 via the Velocity Global eStore (http://www.shopandearn.com.au/health-beauty/skin-b5) to purchase airline tickets, hotel accommodation, hire a car and much more!

 

SkinB5 is proud to be among many other distinguished online retailers who offer Velocity points for online purchases. Other Velocity partners include Ebay, iTunes, The Iconic, Clinique and ASOS, to name a few.

 

SkinB5 customers wishing to participate in the Velocity program can register at www.shopandearn.com.au.  Once customers login to their account, they can search for “SkinB5” in the shopping search field.  The customer will then be redirected to the SkinB5 website, where they can shop and order as normal.  Once the transaction is complete, Velocity points will automatically be applied to the customer’s account.  To learn how it works, visit www.shopandearn.com.au/how-it-works.html.

 

In addition to offering Velocity rewards, SkinB5 also has its own customer reward system. For every $20 spent, one SkinB5 rewards point will be credited to their account.  Points can be saved up and redeemed for discounts or free products. Each point is worth $1.

 

SkinB5 hopes to finalise negotiations to offer shop and earn Delta Air Miles points, Asia Miles points and the option to donate a percentage of each purchase to reputable charities.

Is Your Acne Medication Harming You?

Acne Medications & Sun Sensitivity; What You NEED to Know to Stay Safe This Summer!

 

There’s nothing better than spending a lazy Summer Saturday basking in the sun. As the days get warmer we all want to be outside having fun, but for people with acne-prone or sensitive skin, summertime isn’t always fun and games. You probably already know about the importance of wearing sunscreen and protecting your skin from sunburn, but what you don’t know is that your acne medication combined with sun exposure can cause irreversible damage to skin leading to premature aging.

 

Almost all prescription acne medications have side effects, some worse than others. Roaccutane can cause severe depression, liver damage and birth defects in pregnant women, chemical face washes can over-dry and even burn the skin making it ultra-sensitive, and antibiotics can promote nausea, intestinal infections, resistance to antibiotics and hormone changes.

 

In addition to this, all of these prescription or over the counter acne medications cause increased sun sensitivity which leads to more sunburns, skin discolouring (such as blotches or freckles) a higher risk rate for skin cancer and premature aging.

 

Here’s the lowdown on different acne treatments and how they increase sun sensitivity:

 

Topical Acne Treatments (Face Cleansers, Skin Peels, spot treatment gel, etc.)-All of these acne treatments work as exfoliants; chemically removing the top layer of the skin. While this can help reduce the appearance of pimples and acne lesions, it can also prematurely expose a new layer of fresh skin which can be extremely sensitive to the sun. Combined with sun exposure this results in shorter burn times, darkening of the skin, spotting, freckling and more severe sunburns.

 

Dermatologist Acne Treatments-Laser acne treatments and microdermabrasion are two of the most common acne treatments performed by dermatologists. Generally these are used in severe cystic acne cases and can be very effective in removing acne, rejuvenating the skin and treating acne scars. The nature of these treatments is based on removing a layer of skin, leaving skin ultra-sensitive and prone to sunburn, discolouration and irritation when exposed to direct sunlight.

 

Prescription Acne Medications-Doxycycline and Roaccutane are two of the leading anti-acne prescription acne treatments. They don’t topically remove a layer of skin like some other treatments, but they are chemically based and proven to highten levels of sun sensitivity in many users. Keep in mind that these drugs affect the entire body; not just the face or acne-affected areas, so remember to wear sunscreen or cover up all exposed skin.

 

How to Avoid Sun Damage

 

Planning before a day in the sun is essential! It is important to remember that your skin on acne medications is much more sensitive and will burn much quicker than without the acne medication. We recommend using a daily moisturiser with at least SPF 15, and applying a higher SPF sunscreen frequently when spending prolonged amounts of time in the sun. Wearing a hat or covering exposed or sensitive areas of skin can also be beneficial in preventing sun damage.

 

However, the only way to completely reduce your risk of sun sensitivity caused by acne medications is to avoid them!

 

The only alternative acne treatments that don’t cause sun sensitivity (and other health problems) are naturally derived vitamin and mineral based acne supplements.

 

Acne treatments such as SkinB5 are gaining popularity among acne-ridden teenagers and adults alike for their gentle yet effective solution to curing acne. Many of these acne products (SkinB5 for example) are 100% naturally formulated with vitamins and minerals proven to reduce acne by regulating skin oil production, reducing stress, boosting the immune system and regulating hormones. Switch to a healthier, all natural acne supplement today and notice the difference for yourself!