Of course, it would not be wrong to say that skin cleansing and care always makes us feel better. However, one of the most important rules in skin care is the right time… There are anti-wrinkle, anti-acne and anti-blemish products that we use or plan to use with great content. The biggest responsibility of these active ingredients used is to fulfill the responsibilities promised by the product, but with the right time rule.
There are products, or rather ingredients, that we should be careful about using, especially during the summer months, as they can cause serious sun sensitivity.
Retinol:
Retinol , known as vitamin A, is an important active ingredient that supports skin renewal. Although it is popular for its anti-aging effects, it can also target skin tone inequalities, pore problems and skin texture issues. Since the working principle of retinol is skin renewal, it constantly stimulates the skin to produce new skin cells. Since the new skin that develops with this stimulation will be in a more sensitive and thin form, many skin problems, especially sun sensitivity, can be seen in the skin when exposed to direct sun. If possible, it is useful to take a break during the summer season, if not, it is useful to use it only at night.
AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acids)
They are acids that chemically exfoliate the skin, that is, have a peeling effect. Alpha hydroxy acids, which are widely used in skin problems, aim to remove the dead cell layer on the skin surface. For this reason, your skin can become sensitive to the sun even on days when you do not use the product. It should not be forgotten that the most important rule is to renew the sunscreen every 2 hours and not to be exposed to direct sunlight in the summer.
In addition to the above, hydroquinone, isotretinoin and some antibiotic spot and acne medications in the drug category can also cause sun sensitivity. Do not forget to consult your pharmacist and dermatologist on the subject.