Sunlight is essential for producing vitamin D and ensuring bone health and other bodily functions. However, exposure to the sun should be limited and safe, in order to reap the benefits without putting your skin at risk. Avoid the hours when the sun’s rays are strongest, between 12 noon and 4 pm, to protect yourself from harmful radiation.
Why should you protect yourself from the sun in summer?
Excessive exposure to the sun causes sunburn, redness, premature ageing of the skin, and long-term damage such as skin cancer. To minimise risks, it is important to follow protective measures:
Wear light-coloured clothing that reflects UV rays.
Use sunglasses with UV filters.
Stay in the shade when the sun’s rays are most intense.
Apply sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) suitable for your skin.
Reapply sunscreen every two hours or after swimming or sweating.
Protect your skin and hair after exposure to the sun
The sun, sea salt, chlorine in swimming pools, and perspiration affect your skin and hair. To keep them healthy, remember to:
Wash your skin and hair thoroughly after spending time in the sea or a swimming pool.
Apply moisturising creams to keep your skin soft, supple and healthy.
Protect your hair with hats, scarves or turbans.
Use repair shampoos specifically designed for hair exposed to the sun and harsh elements.
Find the best protection and care products in Andorra
At the illa Carlemany shopping centre in Andorra, you can find several shops specialising in products to protect and care for your skin and hair:
ParafarmĂ cia Galeno (floor 0): sunscreen creams and moisturising products.
Perfumeria JĂşlia (ground floor): sunscreen products and cosmetics.
Perruqueria Franck Provost (second floor): products to remove salt and chlorine residue and keep hair healthy.
Andorra Ideal (second floor): body treatments.
Internal and external hydration for healthy skin
Good internal hydration is essential: drink plenty of water throughout the summer to keep your skin well hydrated, fresh and radiant.
