Your skin was so calm and calm during the summer—it was wonderful! Unfortunately, summer is officially over, and fall has truly begun. You may notice that your acne-prone skin is suddenly acting up again. This has little to do with you or how you cared for your skin over the summer, but is mainly due to the change in weather—and specifically, the reduced sunlight. We’ll explain why this happens in this blog post.
The effects of the sun and UV radiation
In the summer, the sun shines more often and the sunlight is stronger. The skin therapists at De Laserkliniek recommend that you always apply a sufficient amount of sunscreen regularly, preferably with an SPF of 50. This provides your skin with optimal protection against harmful UV rays. However, it is precisely these UV rays that also help calm your skin. UV radiation comes in different types and wavelengths. The acne-causing C. acnes bacterium is not very resistant to certain types of UV radiation. As a result, it becomes less active, and the number of inflammations in your skin decreases.
UV radiation also dries out our skin. As a result, our sebaceous glands become more active and our outer skin layer thickens. This makes it harder for dirt and sebum to escape from your skin. That’s why you might notice more clogged pores and blackheads in the summer. Redness and brown spots, on the other hand, are less noticeable against your sun-tanned skin, making your skin appear more even and calmer.
After the summer
But what happens when summer is over and the sun isn’t shining as much? Your sun-tanned skin slowly fades back to its original color, making red and brown spots more noticeable. In addition, the C. acnes bacteria becomes more active again, which in turn causes more inflammation in the skin. The thickened outer layer of skin has become less permeable, making it harder for skincare products to penetrate your skin and reducing their effectiveness.
What can you do about this?
Don't worry! With a combination of a good skincare routine, skin treatments, and guidance from a skin therapist, you can restore your skin's balance. For personalized advice, schedule a no-obligation consultation with a skin scan at our skin clinic in Groningen or Heerenveen.
