Preparing your skin for the sun with D-LAB: Complete guide

Summer is here, and with it the return of the sun! It's the time when we want to lounge in the sun and get a bit of color! A radiant complexion, a golden tan, and a healthy glow, we all dream of it! It's possible, but you must be careful because the skin is a particularly fragile organ, and it is essential to prepare your skin for the sun.

While the sun provides physical and moral well-being, it can also be dangerous.

By exposing yourself to UV rays, you face certain risks. Indeed, each sunburn reduces your sun capital and causes your skin to age. Not to mention the risk of allergies and cancers... To avoid these issues, it is therefore essential to properly prepare your skin a few weeks before and during sun exposure.

In this article, follow our advice to properly prepare your skin for the sun  and have a radiant tan!

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The sun capital is comparable to an energy reserve from which the body draws with each new sun exposure. It determines the skin's ability to maintain and protect its internal structures and its proper functioning against UV damage.

Variable depending on the individual, our sun capital is defined from birth and deteriorates over time, until exhaustion, more or less quickly depending on experience and behavior towards the sun. Hence the importance of properly preparing your skin for the sun.

Sunburns quickly consume this credit. According to recent studies, 80% of the sun capital can be depleted before the age of 16, so it is essential to protect it from childhood and adopt responsible behavior towards the sun.

The quality and quantity of melanin vary according to skin type. Those who produce a lot ensure better protection against the harmful effects of the sun's rays: they tan more easily and are less sensitive to the sun's effects. Conversely, those who produce little tend to be more sensitive to UV rays and more likely to get sunburned easily.

How to tan well

To tan well, it is essential to gradually expose yourself to the sun, avoiding the hottest hours of the day. Using sun protection suitable for your skin type and reapplying every two hours is also crucial. Finally, moisturizing your skin after each exposure helps to prolong the tan and maintain healthy skin.

The sun regulates our biological cycles and affects our psychological balance, sleep, mood, it would strengthen our immune system, and it acts on the skin synthesis of vitamin D. 

However, while beauty is associated with tanning and the healthy glow provides physical and moral well-being, the sun can be dangerous.

1 - Sunburn

In case of excessive exposure, UVA and UVB rays will damage our skin and create a sunburn, commonly called a “sunburn.” It reaches its maximum intensity after about 24 hours. It is not a true burn but an inflammatory reaction of the cells. Indeed, UVB rays destroy our cells, which results in redness. Then the cells detach and peel.

2 - Actinic aging

Sun-induced aging, called “actinic” aging, is a type of aging that differs from chronological aging. The first difference is that it causes premature aging. UVA and UVB rays are responsible for the production of free radicals. These molecules initiate chain reactions that damage DNA, proteins, and lipids.

Moreover, sun-induced aging is completely disorganized: wrinkles appear in a totally chaotic manner. The wrinkles are deeper and much more numerous, and the skin quickly loses its elasticity. Pigmentation spots also appear.

3 - Pigmentation spots

Melanin is the body's defense against potential sun damage: it filters and absorbs UV rays.

However, it is not sufficient to protect against the harmful effects of the sun such as the appearance of pigmentation spots which are due to localized hyperpigmentation of the skin. Pigmentation spots result from an irregular distribution of melanin that accumulates to form brown and colored spots.

4 - Sun allergy

Sun allergy, also known as benign summer lucite, manifests as red skin rashes and itching after sun exposure. It is often due to a skin reaction to UV rays. To prevent this allergy, it is recommended to avoid prolonged exposure and use appropriate sunscreens.

5 - The impact of UV on the skin

UV rays have a direct impact on the skin, causing cellular damage and accelerating skin aging. UVB rays are responsible for sunburns, while UVA rays penetrate deeper and contribute to premature skin aging. Adequate sun protection is essential to minimize these harmful effects.

1 - Best practices

Before sun exposure, here are some simple tips to prepare your skin to protect it and optimize tanning.

2 - The ideal sun treatment

An ideal sun treatment starts about a month before exposure. It includes dietary supplements rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals to strengthen the skin from within. This preparation helps reduce the risk of sunburn and achieve an even and lasting tan.

3 - Capsules for optimal preparation

Sun capsules are an excellent option to prepare the skin for the sun. They contain active ingredients that help protect the skin from UV rays and stimulate melanin production.

Which capsule to choose?

It is recommended to choose capsules containing carotenoids, vitamin E, selenium, and plant extracts like green tea or pomegranate. These ingredients are known for their antioxidant and protective properties.

4 - The best dietary supplement for ideal preparation

The best dietary supplement to prepare the skin for the sun is one that combines powerful antioxidants, essential vitamins, and minerals. It should also contain plant extracts known for their skin benefits.

Which dietary supplements are the most effective?

The most effective dietary supplements to prepare the skin for the sun include those based on beta-carotene, lycopene, vitamin C, vitamin E, and selenium. These ingredients help protect the skin from UV damage and promote an even tan.

5 - Tanning preparation for fair skin

Fair skin requires special care before sun exposure. It is advised to start with short and gradual exposures, use high sun protection, and take specific dietary supplements to strengthen the skin.

6 - How to prepare when you have fair skin?

For fair skin, it is crucial to follow a strict preparation routine. This includes using high SPF sunscreens, daily skin hydration, and taking dietary supplements rich in antioxidants.

7 - How to prepare your body?

Preparing your body for the sun involves a balanced diet rich in colorful fruits and vegetables, and optimal hydration. It is also recommended to regularly exfoliate to remove dead skin cells and promote an even tan.

8 - Steps to follow before leaving

Before going on vacation, it is important to follow a few key steps: exfoliate the skin, deeply hydrate it, start a course of dietary supplements, and choose appropriate sun protection. These steps help prepare the skin and minimize the risks of sun damage.

9 - Which vitamin promotes preparation?

Vitamin A is particularly beneficial for preparing the skin for the sun. It promotes melanin production and helps maintain healthy skin. Vitamins C and E are also important for their antioxidant properties.

Why is it important to exfoliate before sun exposure?

Exfoliating the skin before sun exposure helps remove dead cells and prepares the skin to receive the sun's rays evenly. This promotes an even and long-lasting tan.

How to maintain optimal hydration during exposure?

To maintain optimal hydration during sun exposure, it is recommended to drink plenty of water, use moisturizing creams after each swim, and favor after-sun products enriched with moisturizing agents.

To preserve your sun capital, make it a habit to use sunscreen or sun oil to protect your skin and avoid sunburn. The sun is aggressive everywhere, not just at the beach. It is absolutely essential to protect your epidermis from UV rays and free radicals with sunscreens of SPF 30 minimum up to 50. 

Finally, don’t forget to take care of your skin after sun exposure with an after-sun care product, which will help hydrate, soothe your skin, and prolong your tan.

One of the simplest things to do to prepare your skin for the sun is to eat a balanced diet and have colorful plates. From May onwards, favor seasonal fruits and vegetables full of color. The more colorful the fruits and vegetables, the richer they are in antioxidants. This allows you to stock up:

• Ofantioxidants, to create a protective barrier and repair dead skin cells. In this way, it is not only the skin that is protected from oxidative stress, but the entire body as well.
• From vitamins to deeply hydrate the skin and fight against skin aging by reducing oxidative stress.
• Ofessential fatty acids which promote healing, skin suppleness, and firmness. They reduce allergic and inflammatory reactions, prevent skin aging, and improve skin hydration.
• De la beta-carotene to activate tanning, found in carrots, tomatoes, oranges, apricots, and green vegetables.

Rich in vitamins, minerals, and plant extracts, dietary supplements help provide our body with what it lacks to fight more effectively against sun damage.

They are particularly recommended for fair and sensitive skin to reduce the risk of sunburn. You can start your treatment as early as May or 1 month before going on vacation.

This unique and complete duo combines tanning, protective, and soothing action, to enjoy the benefits of the sun while protecting against harmful UV rays. Formulated for sensitive skin, L’Éclat-Total activates and enhances tanning thanks to plant extracts rich in carotenoids. It also preserves the skin from photo-agingaging thanks to powerful antioxidants whose effectiveness is clinically proven.

The Active Sun Complex allows you to have a beautiful golden complexion while avoiding overexposure to the sun. This innovative 100% natural formula works in three stages: it naturally pigments the skin thanks to carotenoids, it activates and prolongs the tan, and protects the skin from damage caused by sun rays.

• Plant extracts of apricot and carrot are naturally rich in carotenoids and thus promote a natural tan.
• Astaxanthin and beta-carotene, precursors of vitamin A. Vitamin A is essential for healthy skin, it participates in the renewal of skin cells and promotes skin coloration during tanning.
• Copper contributes to the production of melanin and promotes optimal skin pigmentation.

The Soothing Skin Complex is designed to calm and soothe sensitive and reactive skin. It contains powerful natural active ingredients to fight skin damage caused by the sun's UV rays.

This formula contains SOD (SuperOxydeDismutase) derived from the pulp of Provence Melon. This active ingredient has patented antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Its antioxidant power is 37 times more concentrated than pure melon. It reduces cytotoxicity induced by UV rays and protects the skin from sun-related damage. Its effectiveness is proven by clinical study.

The Active Sun Complex contains a powerful pomegranate extract patented and scientifically tested for its anti-aging effects on the skin. This extract is very rich in punicalagin polyphenols (standardized to 30%), it helps regenerate skin cells, tighten skin texture, and prevent wrinkle formation. Pomegranate also significantly reduces hyperpigmentation and brown spots related to sun overexposure.

In vitro tests have proven the effectiveness of our ingredient for skin protection against UV. Our pomegranate extract has demonstrated:

• The protection of tissues against oxidative damage caused by UVB
• The increase in the production of pro-collagen and hyaluronic acid
• The regeneration of oxidized cells after UVB exposure

The natural active ingredients present in D-LAB NUTRICOSMETICS dietary supplements, such as carotenoids, polyphenols, and antioxidants, offer many benefits for preparing the skin for sun exposure. They help protect the skin from UV damage, promote an even and lasting tan, and contribute to the regeneration of skin cells.