After such a long time in lockdown, it\u2019s time to revive your skincare routine as we head towards the summer. Efamol\u00ae has teamed up with celebrity skincare expert Louise Thomas-Minns who introduces her top summer skin tips and advice on how to give yourself a facial massage.<\/p>\n
Louise says, \u2018As we transition into another season, we should always think about how our skins needs will differ. Summer is when we should calm down the exfoliation and ramp up the SPF to nurture our skin\u2019s natural ability to self-protect from within. My top five summer healthy eating tips are:<\/p>\n
Plan to eat a diet rich in colourful fruit and vegetables. Did you know that certain vegetables are particularly rich in beta carotene, the plant-sourced type of Vitamin A? This plays an important role in keeping skin healthy and include: carrots, sweet potatoes, butternut squash, apricots, spinach and spring greens.
\nGetting enough essential fatty acids through your diet is key. Try oily fish for lunch, walnuts as a snack or adding Omega 3 rich oils to salads. Also consider food supplements rich in Omega 3 fats, Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) and Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) rich fish oil are a great way to start.
\nWe know the importance of staying well hydrated throughout the summer months and your skin will thank you if you eat foods with a high-water content such as cucumbers, melons, celery, spinach, broccoli and even brussel sprouts! These will be packing your skin full of nutrients too.
\nChoose gentler forms of exfoliation at this time of the year. Yes, we want to slough away dead cells, but we also want to maintain our skin\u2019s delicate protective lipid barrier. Enzymatic cleansers and masks are a great alternative for post-sun skin.
\nSunscreen, Sunscreen, Sunscreen! Apply liberally and regularly! Better still seek the shade at peak times of the day and wear hats and sunglasses.<\/p>\n
\u2018Adopting a regular facial massage routine during the Summer months can be beneficial.
\nUsing a light, finger-tip pressure massage on a cleansed skin you can perform some lymphatic drainage movements to help alleviate congestion, puffiness and toxins.\u2019<\/p>\n