When summer days have you basking in the sun and enjoying the warm weather, protecting your skin from sun damage can help you stay healthy and looking your best.  In addition to wearing the right sunscreen, you can prepare your skin for the warmer weather with a skin rejuvenating treatment.

Sun damage is responsible for skin cancer and several skin problems, and can also speed up the aging process. Harmful UV rays can damage skin cells deep within the skin’s surface, making skin cells especially vulnerable to toxins in the environment. The result is damaged skin that is at a higher risk of developing age spots, wrinkles and even skin disorders such as acne.   

If you’re heading out for some fun in the sun this year, prepare your skin with the following skin management tips: 

1. Get a microdermabrasion treatment. Microdermabrasion is very effective in removing the top layer of skin to reveal a fresh and healthy layer underneath.  It can also stimulate collagen production which helps you maintain a youthful appearance year round. Microdermabrasion will minimize the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and even some forms of skin damage such as scars and age spots. A few treatments per year is all it takes to achieve smooth and youthful skin, and a pre-summer treatment is a great way to enhance your skin before the season begins.  

2. Try laser skin resurfacing. Laser skin resurfacing treatments also stimulate collagen production and can be particularly effective at building up skin strength.  If your skin is losing its elasticity, laser skin resurfacing can help build up collagen deep within the skin’s surface so you maintain your youthful looks. Laser skin resurfacing treatments can also be used to minimize acne scars, remove wrinkles and improve the complexion overall.  

3. Remove age spots. Head to the cosmetic dermatologist’s office to zap away those age spots for good. Today’s innovative skin rejuvenation techniques such as the Fraxel laser and even a chemical peel can help reduce or remove age spots so that you can enjoy clear and healthier looking skin this season.  

4. Enjoy a facial. If you don’t need an intensive treatment and want to freshen up your look instead, an age-reversing or exfoliating facial may be a valuable treatment for your skin. Facials can remove dead skin cells from the skin’s surface and a facial massage can help strengthen the skin to boost its resilience.   You can find a professional facial treatment at medispas and some cosmetic surgeon’s offices in your area.    

5. Use the right sunscreen. Make sure you’re using the right sunscreen so that you keep skin well-protected during those days outdoors. Sunscreen is important any time of year, but even moreso when you’ll be spending most of your day outside; your dermatologist can help you select the right sunscreen for your skin type and address any skin conditions as well.  

6. Try a laser hair removal procedure. Laser hair removal for the face can remove unwanted hair from your upper lip, chin and the sides of your cheeks. Laser hair removal for the body may include arms, legs and the back and removing the excess hair can keep your skin looking smooth and buff. Since these treatments reduce the need for shaving and waxing, you can keep skin clear of toxic buildup with ease – and enjoy a healthy glow.  

Maintain that healthy and youthful glow year round with several treatments and procedures available at your local cosmetic surgeon’s office.  From microdermabrasion to skin rejuvenation, you can improve your skin’s resilience and texture with an effective skin management program.   

Talk to your local cosmetic dermatologist or a cosmetic surgeon in your area to find out which type of treatment will work best with your skin type, and look forward to looking your best on those warmer days ahead.