This is the time when you skin needs extra pampering due to exposure from everywhere be it the sun, wind, water, dust, and anything else which affects your skin. The tan causing damage to your skin as well as the UV rays which can be cancerous and can lead to skin cancer. Even though skin tan and sunlight is food for your skin, but over exposure causes problems too.

Light Trap

Today some Americans are still lost in a tan warp, but most are aware of the sun's dangers, including burning, premature aging, and skin cancer. Sunscreen sales are at an all-time high, but so too are rates of UV-related illnesses. According to the American Cancer Society, more than 1 million new cases of skin cancer are diagnosed in the United States each year.

Continue to drink lots of water, even though you may not be as thirsty. It is natural to drink the right amount of water during the summer season to rehydrate. However, it is essential to rehydrate all year long and drinking six to eight glasses of water a day helps to keep your skin properly hydrated and looking its best. Of course, a healthy diet and avoiding cigarette smoking also shows on your skin.

A great, easy exfoliating treatment is to use a little organic honey and a little sugar mixed together. The honey will moisturize your face while the sugars natural acids gently exfoliate without creating microscopic tears in your delicate skin.

Moisturize your feet with a rich body or foot lotion every night before bed. Because the soles of your feet have no oil glands, it is particularly important to remember to moisturize your feet daily. To maximize the effects of the moisturizer, slather plenty of lotion on your feet and put on socks right away. Wear the socks to bed and the next morning your feet will be noticeably soft and supple.

Summer Beauty Tips

1. Skin tends to get oilier in summer.

2. Use lighter facial skin care products to avoid clogging your pores.

3. Rehydrate your skin after exposure to the sun, sand and salt at the beach.

4. Protect your skin from the sun. The sun's UV rays can cause skin cancer, so be wise and use sunblocks.

5. It is a good idea, especially in the summer, to wear a moisturizer that contains sunscreen.

6. Keep lips protected and moisturized with a lip balm or lip gloss.

7. In addition to sunscreen, cover up to reduce the amount of exposure to the sun with a wide-brimmed hat, long and loose fitting clothing.

8. Wear sunglasses to protect the eyes and to keep from squinting, which cause those creases around the eyes and forehead.

Prep Your Skin

During the hot summer months, your skin is more prone to dryness, irritation and sunburn. As early as now, you need to start applying moisturizer to make your skin feel smooth and soft to the touch. No matter how sexy you look in your bikinis, guys will not go gaga over you if you have acne and other skin blemishes.

Many of my patients have found success by supplementing these strategies with alternative therapies. There is evidence that acupuncture is effective at treating allergies. Biofeedback can help reduce stress, decreasing your chance of an eczema flare-up.