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7 Ways to Prep Your Skin for Summer From Head to Toe

Thou shalt heed thy derm's advice
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Load Up on Antioxidant-Rich Products

"Antioxidants can be used all year, but they may be particularly helpful during the spring and summer to avoid sun damage and hyperpigmentation," says Dr. King. "When the skin is exposed to UV rays from the sun, free radicals are generated that can damage DNA and accelerate the breakdown of collagen and elastin. Topical antioxidants, like vitamin C, can donate electrons to stabilize the free radicals and decrease sun damage."

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Keep an SPF Lip Balm Within Reach

Your lips are an easy place to forget sunscreen, but the skin here is very delicate and therefore susceptible to damage. "SPF lip balms come in different shades and tints to give you a little color and protection at the same time. Make sure to reapply all day," says Del Balzo. "If you are prone to cold sores on your mouth, this is even more important because the sun will cause flare ups. Also, exfoliating your lips a few times a week will help them from feeling pruned from the sun."

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BY WENDY ROSE GOULD | MAY 1, 2019 | SHARES
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