In spas look out for full body exfoliation packages followed by a soothing aromatherapy massageIn salons you can book yourself in for waxing to get rid of unwanted hair on the body which also helps to exfoliateIn clinics you can book in for full body peels or microdermabrasion which are chemical and mechanical ways of exfoliation respectively. You can also look for laser hair removal packages to prepare yourself for smooth hairless legs and arms in the summer.

Please share about skin care and hair care during summer

Exfoliate all the dead built up skin cells with body salt or sugar scrubs. You may use loofahs, sponges or brushes on the body and a foot file/ pumice stone for rougher parts of the skin such as the soles of feet.Moisturise after stepping out of the bath with a good body lotion or cream. Dry patchy flaking skin is not a good look for summer. Use sunscreen with SPF of 30 or more over the sun exposed areas and face3.

Generally people are not much aware about sunscreen- how much spfto be used and quantity to be applied. Now a days capsules have some, should we take oral and topical both for sunscreen care? A broad spectrum sunscreen with UVA and UVB protection and with an SPF of 30 or more that is dermatologist prescribed would be ideal. These sunscreens should also be non-comedogenic which means they will not clog your pores and cause pimples. Mostly people do not apply enough sunscreen. The right amount would be a nickel sized dollop for the face alone. If you are spraying your sunscreen, you should spray enough until you are coated with an even layer of sunscreen for adequate protection.

Sunscreen tablets do give additional protection and are suitable for those who have very sensitive skin that reacts to sunlight easily or skin that is prone to pigmentation and melasma. It is not a substitute for sunscreen lotions though so it should be taken along with the lotion for adequate protection. There are many sunscreen tablets in the market available these days with anti oxidants that contain astaczanthin, polypodium, B carotene etc. Some of these come fortified with vitamin D as well. It is best to consult your dermatologist for a prescription.

Suggest us food and skin and hair care to keep our skin and hairhealthy during summer

Drink 2-3 litres of water a day.

Eat your 5 portion fruit and vegetable a day.

Select your fruit and vegetables from the 5 colours- yellow/orange, green, red, white and blue/purple.

Healthy dose of good fats like nuts, avocado, ghee, butter, coconut oil, protein from lean meats, fish, pulses, tofu.

During summers, hair is already dry and hot so avoid shampooing frequently. If you must try Co-wash or conditioner washing without using a shampoo. Wet your hair and use a conditioner on the hair lengths before washing off. Use a leave-in moisturizer with sunscreen to protect hair from sunlight.

Use a leave in moisturizer or conditioner and use a cap before you go for a swim. Wash the chlorine off the hair following the swim. Hair spa treatments and deep conditioning treatments at home or salon for colour and chemically treated hair are a must.

You might want to keep those split ends under check by going for regular hair trim at the end of every season.

Dos and dont during summer

Do cleanse skin of makeup, debris and sweat.

Do exfoliatedo moisturize.

Don’t get sunburnt. Use a sunscreen.

Don’t get dehydrated. Keep yourself hydrated.

Don’t forget taking care of your hair.

Home remedies for skin care and hair care during summer

You can create your own DIY exfoliating scrub by using 1 part each brown sugar and white sugar with 1 part olive oil and few drops of lavender essential oil. Use this all over the body in gentle circular motion to exfoliate. Oil massage with Olive oil or coconut oil helps to combat dryness and boosts circulation.

Regular scalp massage with olive oil or coconut oil helps dry scaly scalp conditions. Make your own deep conditioning treatment at home by leaving on your favourite conditioner on your hair, use a shower cap and sit in a steam bath and wash the conditioner off with cold water for great shine and softness.