How to Get Rid of Post-Summer Sun Damage

Now that summer is over it's time to undo sun damage! Sun damage is accumulative, so spending long, summer days out in the sun takes a hefty toll on your skin. Sunspots, hyperpigmentation broken capillaries, clogged pores, redness, dull skin, enlarged pores and sagging skin are just a fraction of ways the sun affects your skin.

We all know we need to protect our skin, but sometimes life gets in the way. Luckily there are ways to undo some of the damage caused by UV rays. Below you'll find the best treatments to get rid of summer sun damage.

IPL Photo Facials

One of the most obvious signs of sun damage is sunspots. Small pigmented lesions that can occur on the face, chest, hands or anywhere that is exposed to the sun on a regular basis. We become more susceptible to sunspots as we age, and the presence of these dark spots can make your skin look older than it is! That's why an IPL Photo Facial is the perfect treatment to repair the skin after spending hot summer days in the sun.

IPL, or Intense Pulsed Light , IPL, or Intense Pulsed Light, is a light based treatment that gets rid of dark spots and hyperpigmentation and refines the skin, leaving your complexion looking clear and healthy. Through a process called 'photo-rejuvenation' IPL eliminates sun spots, freckles, mild acne blemishes, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, acne scars, and treats redness, mild rosacea, and broken capillaries while refining the overall skin tone and texture. Pulses of low-energy of broadband light are administered into the skin. Pigmented spots absorb the light and heat and within a few days flake off the skin. Broken capillaries and redness are similarly affected, the damaged blood vessels are minimized, or in some cases outright dissolved, after treatment.

Micro-needling

The sun's harmful rays are responsible for collagen damage, which can cause sagging or lax skin. Micro-needling is an all-over rejuvenation treatment that improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, large pores, uneven texture, acne scarring, pockmarks, stretch marks and aging skin. During Micro-needling treatment, a pen with 12 ultra-fine needle glides across the skin to create thousands of tiny micro-channels. These microscopic channels stimulate the skin's healing process and kick-start the production of new collagen and elastin for firmer, plumper skin. The results of Micro-needling treatments are similar to a fractional laser, without the risk of burning the skin.

After several micro-needling treatments, your skin is plumper, firmer and more refreshed. Micro-needling can also be combined with other collagen boosting treatments like Laser Genesis , and Radio Frequency Skin Tightening. Micro-needling provides long-term results, thanks to its collagen building function. Your skin will continue to repair itself and smooth away fine lines and wrinkles.

Facials
Sometimes all you need is a good facial. A deep cleansing facial is the perfect post-summer treatment. Professional facials deeply cleanse the skin, removing toxins caused by pollution, oil, and dirt found in the environment. Hot, sweaty days, layers of sunblock and humid city pollution can clog your skin and make it look dull and tired. A good facial will purify your skin, removing summer congestion and nourish the skin with botanicals, antioxidants, and vitamins.

Chemical Peels

When it comes to sun damage, prevention is the absolute best thing to keep your skin healthy. Sun damage is responsible for over 80% of the visible signs of aging, so remember to take a minute to apply a good sunscreen before you leave the house. Apply SPF 30 or higher on a regular basis and wear protective clothing when you know you'll be out in the sun for long periods of time.

A diet rich in antioxidants will also help protect your skin. Antioxidants help minimize free radical damage and protect against UV damage from the sun which can cause cell mutations, dark spots, fine lines, wrinkles and lax skin.

If your skin shows the ravages of summer, don't fret. Call MaxAesthetics at 267.528.3859 or contact us online for a free consultation, and try one of the best treatments to repair sun damage yourself!