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Types of Exfoliators You Can Use to Prepare for a Tan

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Exfoliating is an important part of preparation before you decide to get a spray-on tan. Exfoliating, along with shaving, help ensure that your skin gets even and consistent applications by removing hairs and dead skin cells.

Bathroom accessoriesSo what are the different kinds of exfoliators available in the market, and how do they specifically help out with your spray-on tan?

Chemical Exfoliators

Most of the commercially available exfoliators can be generally classified as Chemical Exfoliators. These exfoliators are chemical in composition, mostly different kinds of enzymes and simple acids. These components in the exfoliator work by breaking down the bonds in skin cells, which make it easier for the dead cells to be washed away.

Physical Exfoliators

Physical Exfoliators on the other hand use a rough agent such as small grains or beads that produce friction, and help loosen dead cells from your skin. Most commercial physical exfoliators use microbeads, while some use ground oats and grains.

While Chemical Exfoliators can be convenient and work really well, many people prefer physical exfoliators because they are more natural.

The best tip is to use physical exfoliators for your face, body, arms and legs, which are more accessible, while you can use chemical exfoliators for those hard-to-reach places such as your back. This ensures that every nook and cranny is covered, and you let the chemicals work since you can’t scrub your back too well.

What’s important is that you ensure that your skin is as moist and fresh as possible when you do get your spray-on tan. Hairs and dry, dead skin can be a drag as these could lead to uneven areas, and dark (or light) spots. You don’t want to end up scrubbing and evening out your tan just because you didn’t exfoliate properly beforehand.

Why Should You Apply Sunblock Before Sunbathing?

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Enjoying the sun and the outdoors are essential to a happy and fulfilled life. You may say this is absurd or exaggerated, but you can never argue that a bright and sunny day will always be better than a cold, damp, gloomy afternoon.

That is why people get excited over the summer, and beaches, and tanlines, and the surf. Every year we look forward to getting out of our office and spending the day lounging on a towel, and sun bathing on the beach.

But nowadays you can never be too careful, especially with overexposure to the sun and its harmful Ultraviolet Rays (UV). That is why we should always be careful about overexposure, and always be mindful about bring protection like sunblock when we do go out.

Sunblock can come in a wide variety of scents, moisturizing properties, and Sun Protection Factor Levels or SPF, but whatever variant you choose, sunblock will provide you basic protection from the sun’s harmful rays.

Woman sunbathing on the beachBut when should you put on sunblock? Do you put it right before you sunbathe? Do you put if afterwards?

Most experts and dermatologists recommend you put it way before you even arrive at the beach. Why?

It gives your skin enough time to absorb it

Putting on sunblock at least thirty minutes before you start sun bathing ensures that the sunblock will have its full effect when you do start. Sunblock needs time to be properly absorbed by your skin.

To make sure you get every spot

The sun gets to you even if you cover yourself from head to toe. By putting it on ahead of time, you give yourself time to apply more when you finally arrive at the beach. When in doubt, put sunblock on every part; your arms, legs, tummy, face, and find help to get some sunblock on your back too!

Sunblock takes time to activate 

Apart from moisturizing content, Sunblock has active ingredients that do the work of blocking out the UV rays, and these active ingredients take time to activate and become FULLY protective. As a rule of thumb, it takes at least 30 minutes for sunblock to work, and at least 45 minutes for lip sunscreen to take effect.

But also a reminder, while sunblock does provide you protection, it is also wise to reapply sunblock every hour and a half to make sure you always have sufficient protection.

How to Exfoliate Your Face At Home

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Exfoliation is the process wherein you remove dead skin cells from the surface of your skin. By doing so, you can prevent small debris from clogging your pores and lead to skin infection like acme. This also helps keep your skin looking young. A reliable measure you can take to achieve this is by using a facial wash that contains particles that can remove dead skin cells on your skin.

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When exfoliating your face, it is vital that you follow these reminders:

  • Keep your hair away from your face. You can use headbands or hairnets to prevent hair strands from falling on your face.
  • Remove your makeup and wash your face using a regular cleanser. It is important that your face is free of chemicals for an effective exfoliation.
  • You can steam your face to open your pores, making it easier for you to remove dirt and other forms of debris clogging the pores of your skin. You can also wet a clean cloth using hot water and then covering your face with it for one to two minutes. Doing so has the same effect as exposing your face to steam.
  • You can try a chemical or physical approach when it comes to exfoliating your face. You can use an over-the-counter scrub or you can make your own exfoliating scrub. You only need to put three tablespoons of regular white sugar into a small bowl. You then add one tablespoon of water and mix it with your finger until it forms a thick paste. Use your finger or put the paste onto a clean and soft washcloth or rag. Afterwards, gently, scrub the paste in a small, upward, and circular motion over your face to remove dead skin cells. Refrain from applying too much pressure on your face. Just let the paste do its job of exfoliating your skin.
  • Rinse the scrub off thoroughly using lukewarm water and then splash cold water on your face. This should close the pores, keeping further debris from clogging your facial pores. Take off the scrub after and enjoy the youthful sensation on your skin. Pat your face gently when you are done.
  • Apply a moisturizer or anti-aging cream on your face. You can also apply sunscreens or sunblock if you plan to go outdoors.
  • You have the choice to apply these methods during the night before you go to sleep.
  • Make sure to exfoliate your face using products meant to be used on your face.

In normal conditions, you can do this at least twice a week. On the other hand, if you have sensitive or delicate skin, do this only at least once a week. Exfoliating your face should not be tough. By applying these tips, you can start keeping your face looking young and healthy.

Is UV Protection Really Important Feature for a Beach Tent?

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Looking for a shade is very much important to protect yourself from the harmful UV radiation of the sun. It is one of the best sun protections you can ever have aside from your clothing and sunscreen with sun protection factor (SPF). If you are an adventure buff who loves camping anywhere, a tent is must for an adventurer like you.

SunshadeIf you plan to purchase a beach tent try to consider the following factors to help you decide what kind of shade are you going to buy because it is not always easy to find what has many beneficial features and can be used in different getaways.

  • Where are you going to use the tent

First thing to consider is the area or location where you will mostly use the tent. If you are fund of camping, hiking, mountaineering, beach camping and many other rain or shine getaways and adventures, you better opt for a tent that is multi-purpose and easy to use because there are tents that are not waterproof and do not have UV protection feature. Non-waterproof tents are ideal on parks, back gardens or picnic areas where you will not stay long in the area.

  • The materials used in the tent

The material used in the tent is one of the most important things to consider when buying a beach tent. The more solid the shade structure is, the better the protection it can give. But if you are planning to buy a foldable beach tent because it is more comfortable to carry, see to it that the fabric has Ultraviolet Protection Factor feature of 30 or more. UPV is similar to the SPF of sunscreens. If the fabric of the tent has 30+ UPF, it means it only allows 1 out of 30 UV radiations to pass through the garment. Thus, the higher the UPF of the fabric, the stronger the protection against UV radiation it provides.

  • The structure of the tent

The structure and the size of the tent is another big factor to consider when buying a tent. First consider how many members are going to stay inside the tent and do you have enough space in your car to put this tent. Can this be put up by girls only just in case it’s an all-girls adventure? There are four major types of beach tents to choose from which include Pop Up Beach Tents, Cabana Beach Tents, Canopy Tents, and Baby Beach Tents.