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There’s nothing quite like skiing on a crisp winter’s day. The combination of the bright white snow under a cloudless sky lifts our spirits like nothing else. After some invigorating exercise and a long lunch, it’s a pleasure to come back to the chalet and relax. But we’ve all seen it, either on our friends or ourselves – the infamous goggle-tan.
While it may make us look more like a seasoned skier, there’s no mistaking it for anything other than sun damage and providers of Obagi skin care in London are all too familiar with the after-effects. Luckily, there are things you can do to combat sun damage while skiing and to treat the damage afterwards. We’ve got four top tips to help your skin survive the ski season.
1. Protect Your Skin While Skiing
It goes without saying that a good sports-proof factor 50+ facial sunblock is essential for a day of skiing. Apply it well before leaving the chalet, and reapply it when you stop for lunch. Don’t forget to cover your neck and throat and anywhere else that might be exposed.
2. Cover Up in Style
The days of hatless skiing in sunglasses are coming to an end. Take a look at the young free-style skiers in the resorts and you’ll see they’ve taken on the big hat and goggles trend of the snowboarders. This is because today’s skiers are far more aware of the dangers of skin damage and premature ageing. They’re even wearing tubular scarves to protect their nose and cheeks, and there’s no reason why you can’t do it too.
3. Talk to a Specialist Cosmetic Surgeon
Everyone’s skin is different. If you already have some form of sun damage, it is vital that you take steps to correct the damage. Speak to your specialist cosmetic surgeon about options for Obagi skin care in London; you can find out more about Obagi at londoncosmeticskinclinic.co.uk.
4. Clean and Protect Every Night
Your evening skincare routine is almost as important as your daytime one. Make sure when you return to the chalet that you remove the sunblock with a mild cleanser and allow your skin to breathe. If there is any redness, apply a cool flannel.
And don’t forget – just because it’s cold on the mountain it doesn’t mean you won’t burn.
