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Serious Skin Care

By: Amanda Beaty The largest organ of the body is it's skin. This is what protects us from the elements, dehydration and even bacteria. The skin is the body's first line of defense. It is durable and repairs itself from damage. So, what do we do to protect it? There are a few ideas for some serious skin care so you can help your skin while it is protecting 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 have sensitive skin, you should be aware that products that contain alpha hydroxyl acid can make your skin even more sensitive and at greater risk for sunburn. Many products containing this ingredient will have a warning label, so remember to check when shopping for serious skin care.

We all know that we should limit our time in the sun. Whatever brand of sunblock you choose to buy for serious skin care, it is recommended it be at least SPF30 and that is blocks both UVA and UVB rays and remember to reapply after sweating or swimming. You can even get a sunburn while skiing the snowy slopes.

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.

Areas that get the most exposure, your head and arms and shoulders, should be protected too. Your serious skin care regime can and should include what you wear. Before you go out into the sun, try wearing a light weight shirt that will cover and protect your arms and shoulders. Even wearing a hat is a good idea. This will protect not only your head, but, your face and ears.

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.