As we creep into June and the summer weather starts kicking off in earnest, now is the time to start thinking seriously about your skincare routine. Hotter weather and spending more time outside will mean that your skin will be exposed to more of the sun’s damaging rays, but it is possible to tan safely by making a few simple tweaks to your daily product mix.
1. Consider taking a supplement
Whether you are planning a lavish beach holiday or you simply intend to catch some rays in your back garden, taking a supplement that contains beta carotene, selenium and vitamin E will help boost your skin’s resilience to the sun and allow you to tan more easily.
Beta carotene, found in vegetables such as carrots, spinach and peas, is a precursor to vitamin A, which has multiple benefits for the skin, the eyes, cell renewal and organ health. It also boosts the production of melanin, which will improve your ability to tan. Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that is stored mainly in the skin. It works to protect you from free radicals and retain moisture.
Selenium actually boosts the antioxidant properties of vitamin E (as well as supporting your immune system, thyroid and promoting healthy sperm production) to further protect your cells from environmental damage and promote glowing skin.
Start taking these as soon as the weather looks to be changing to give your body a chance to build its defences and continue taking them throughout the season. Lashilé's Good Sun gummies have been made specifically to promote and retain your tan. Packed with beta carotene, vitamin E and lycopene (another antioxidant that can help protect against sunburn), these supplements have a “self-tanning” effect while also protecting your skin from within. They are deliciously fruit flavoured, vegan and easily digested. Win.
Supplements by Lashile Beauty, £25. At John Bell & Croyden. johnbellcroyden.co.uk
