September winds us down from summer and enters us into fall with temperatures slowly dropping. During this time, we can be reminded of National Skin Care Awareness Month, the ideal time to reflect on your skin health and refine your skincare routine as we transition into a new season. One of the steps many people tend to forget or disregard in their skincare routine is the application of sunscreen. Once summer comes to an end many people think the sunscreen days are over, but the truth is they never end. While sunscreen is crucial to apply in the summer, it remains essential for year-round use to protect your skin. Let’s discuss the major importance of applying SPF in the fall so we can assist you in keeping your skin healthy as we head into autumn.
Why SPF is Crucial for Fall
People tend to forget about applying sunscreen once the sun intensity decreases. However, it’s important to be aware that ultraviolet (UV) rays are still present year-round, which means sunburns and sun damage are still a result of ditching sunscreen during cooler seasons.
UV Rays Don’t Die Down
On cloudy or cooler days, UVA and UVB rays can penetrate through the clouds, damaging your skin. These rays contribute to premature aging, wrinkles, sunspots, and, in the worst cases, skin cancer.
UVA vs UVB Rays
Most signs of aging are caused by UVA rays because these rays penetrate deeper into your skin, which causes damage to collagen and elastin in your skin. For instance, UVA rays can go through your clothes and your car window so it’s super important to have sunscreen on for protection. UVA exposure can create wrinkles and a decrease in skin elasticity regardless of the time of year. While UVB rays are responsible for the fresh sunburn on your face from a day spent outdoors. Any areas of your body you have exposed like the face and hands are likely sunburned from UVB rays. Both UVA and UVB rays are powerful and can potentially lead to skin cancer, so at Live Young Wellness Spa we like to emphasize the importance of taking precautions with a daily sunscreen to ensure skin safety and to prolong your youthful appearance.
Post-Summer Skin Repair
Fall is the best time to focus on repairing summer skin damage, and SPF will be essential to maintain and protect your progress. When you receive treatments like chemical peels, lasers, or even using retinol, sun protection is critical to avoid future damage.
Restock on Your SPF today!!
In honor of National Skin Care Awareness Month, take a moment to recognize the areas where you can improve your skin’s health. Remember, SPF is crucial to apply year-round regardless of the weather! Start incorporating sunscreen into your routine daily with nourishing products to protect your skin and keep it consistently glowing. Visit Live Young Wellness Spa for medical-grade product recommendations and treatments that will assist you in accomplishing your best skin this fall and beyond. We have locations in Flower Mound, Castle Hills, Allen, Prosper, Argyle, and coming soon Clearfork, TX!
