Surely acne-prone skin has benefited from the summer season, as sunlight reduces the proliferation of acne-associated bacteria such as P. Acnes. Furthermore, tanning disguises imperfections. This rapid and optical improvement is only temporary, and letting your guard down leads to a possible rebound effect of acne after summer.
The effect of the sun on the skin
Overexposure to sunlight induces several defense mechanisms in the skin, including, in addition to melanin production, skin thickening (known as hyperkeratinization). At the same time, solar radiation destroys key lipids, leading to excessive dryness which sends a signal to the brain to produce more sebum. This response is usually exaggerated, and the extra amount of sebum begins to accumulate in the skin, occluding the pores. This is what is known as the dreaded "rebound effect."
How to avoid the rebound effect?
The rebound effect on acne-prone skin after summer can be avoided or remedied with the use of products specifically formulated for it. Ingredients such as willowherb extract, the star active ingredient in Ideal Rebalancing Level Serum, counteract the pro-inflammatory action of UVB rays and maintain a correct hydrolipidic balance. In addition, willowherb has antibacterial action and helps regulate sebum production.
It is also essential to follow an effective yet skin-friendly cleansing routine. Activated charcoal is of great help in the case of congested or thickened skin. Thanks to its porous structure, it deeply cleanses oily or acne-prone skin. Its purifying virtues and antibacterial properties fight acne, and also promote oxygenation and cell renewal. Where to find this facial cleansing hero? In Charcoal Peace Calming Cleanser.
Niacinamide, present in Ultra Revitalising Elixir, is another active ingredient that should not be missing from our daily routine if we want healthier skin, free of imperfections. It is a versatile cosmetic ingredient that strengthens the skin barrier and, at the same time, calms redness and irritation. As if that weren't enough, it also helps correct hyperpigmentation by blocking the transfer of melanin from melanocytes to keratinocytes, thus preventing melanin accumulation on the surface. Therefore, it has both a reparative and preventive action, slowing down the formation of new dark spots and lightening existing ones.
However, the most important step to avoid the rebound effect in acne after summer is to be consistent with the use of a sunscreen with a very high protection factor 365 days a year. Artemisia Power Protection Moisturiser SPF50+, in addition to containing Artemisia extract (one of the most potent natural antioxidants comparable to pure vitamin C, but without its stability problems), is rich in Buddleja extract. Thanks to its content of active substances, including flavonoids such as luteolin and quercetin, Buddleja helps protect cellular DNA and repairs skin damage caused by UV rays.
