Dr Lalitha Badul

Use sunscreen
A sunscreen with a sun protection factor of 30 should suffice. Cover your arms, legs, face, and any part of your body that will get exposure to the sun. Most sunscreens will offer protection for several hours, so don’t forget to reapply throughout the day as necessary.

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Hydrate your skin
Warm weather zaps your body of moisture, and that includes your skin. To avoid dullness from dehydration, make sure to keep your skin well hydrated.

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Drink plenty of water
Hydrate your body, as well as your skin. A well-hydrated body keeps skin looking vibrant, and leaves you feeling energised, too.

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Exfoliate everywhere
While it’s important to exfoliate any time of year, your skin will certainly need it over the summer, as it clogs with sunscreen, sweat, and dead skin from dehydration. Exfoliate everywhere – your face, arms, and legs, too.

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