How to tan without burning? 3 tips for a perfect summer beauty routine

Summer has finally arrived, bringing with it the desire to show off golden, tanned skin. It is well known that the number one secret for a tan without sunburn is sunscreen, but what are the other secrets for a burn-free tan? In this article, we will guide you through a series of practical tips and debunk some myths about tanning, to help you. prepare your skin for the sun in a correct and conscious way.

Stop the false myths!

First of all, it is important abandon some false beliefs that often circulate about tanning. Among the most common and passed down are:

• "The more time you spend in the sun, the more tanned you get": wrong! "Prolonged exposure to UV rays only increases the risk of sunburn and long-term skin damage."
• "Massi, today it's cloudy, I'm not putting on sunscreen": this is also a false myth. UV rays penetrate through clouds, making sun protection necessary even on days that are not completely sunny.
• "Eating carrots makes you tan more": partially true, "No food stimulates tanning, as both the speed and intensity of tanning are strictly genetic factors. Certainly, the beta-carotene found in carrots, apricots, and tomatoes, rich in vitamin A, helps to keep the skin healthy and to protect the skin, thus allowing for a quick tan as it is not subject to the unpleasant setbacks of sunburn."
• "I'm going to get a tanning session to prepare my skin for the sun": false! In fact, artificial exposure is considered more harmful than natural exposure; moreover, lamps do not provide any additional protection against sunburn.

3 tips for a summer-appropriate beauty routine

To achieve a perfect and even tan, the golden rule is to prepare the skin for the sun. We reveal 3 tips for sunburn-proof skin:

1st Advice: Exfoliate

To tan quickly and evenly it is important to exfoliate the skin before exposure. Use one exfoliating scrub, like ours Crystal Butter, one or two days before starting to sunbathe, to remove dead cells, helps prepare the skin for tanning and prevents the formation of spots. Also 'Hair removal should be done a few days in advance.' so that at the time of sun exposure the skin is not stressed or irritated. 

2nd Advice: Hydrate 

A hydrated skin it is a healthier skin ready to face sun exposure. In addition to regularly using a moisturizing and nourishing cream, it is helpful to drink plenty of water before, during, and after sun exposure to avoid skin dehydration, thus helping to limit any potential damage caused by solar rays. Our Ultra Moisture Skin Kit "It is a kit designed for the hydration of your body. The products inside work in synergy to give you visibly smooth, hydrated, and silky skin. Inside you can find:" exotic body juice, moisturizing spray for the body, crystal butter, scrub with a super smoothing and moisturizing effect and bio magic bubble, the super moisturizing shower bath with natural ingredients such as grapefruit essential oil and saffron.

3rd Advice: Always protect the skin 

Did you know that your skin is constantly exposed to UV rays? This is true both during short scooter rides and while taking a walk downtown with a friend. For this reason, it is important to ensure you protect it at all times in your daily life. Very often, the need to protect the skin clashes with the desire for a radiant and even complexion. To not give up on anything, the best solution is to opt for a BB cream with a lightweight and hydrating texture. Our BBiome SPF30 "It is a colored cream that, in addition to ensuring an even complexion and always hydrated skin, also contains filters for protection against UVA-UVB rays."

The 3 pillars for a perfect and safe tan

Let's see together what the 3 fundamental pillars are for a perfect and safe tan:

1. Apply sunscreen generously and in advance

• Spread a a generous amount of sunscreen on all sun-exposed areas, it includes face, ears, lips, neck, feet, and back of the hands. An insufficient amount significantly compromises the effectiveness of the product.
• Apply sunscreen at least 20 minutes before sun exposure. This allows the product to be fully absorbed and form a uniform protective barrier on the skin.

2. Reapply sunscreen frequently

• Reapply sunscreen every two hours, even if you don't sweat or take a bath. Sunscreens tend to degrade over time and the protective action decreases.
• Sunscreen is water-soluble., so it is essential to reapply it after every bath, shower, or activity that has caused sweating. Even rubbing the skin with a towel can remove sunscreen. 

3. Avoid the hottest hours of the sun:

• Between 12 and 16, the UV rays from the sun are more intense., increasing the risk of sunburn and skin damage. Prefer sun exposure in the early morning hours or late afternoon. If possible, look for shaded areas during the hottest hours, especially if there are children or people with sensitive skin.