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The mountains, they win us over... 🥶
This year, there's no way for French people to miss out on ski holidays! Many are already on their way, or plan to go after New Year's.
Ski boots, sleds, suits, gloves, and snowshoes... Everything on your list is checked and the car is even already packed, only the passengers are missing.
But are you really sure you haven't forgotten anything?
Have you thought about yourself, and especially, your skin ?
Why protect my skin in the mountains?
At altitude, when roads become real winding paths and the air gets colder, your entire body is exposed to a new environment. ❄
Far from being harmless, the sun is just as powerful in the mountains as it is at the beach. Even if you are 90% covered and you think that's enough, don't neglect your face. Just as the head is protected by a helmet and the eyes by a mask, the face also needs adequate protection.
Whether you're snowboarding, skiing, or walking around the resort, be aware that ultraviolet (UV) rays are very aggressive for the skin. Indeed, they are less filtered by the atmosphere.
"In the mountains, the UV index increases by 10 to 15% depending on the altitude."
Dr. Deshayes (dermatologist at La Roche-Posay)
Furthermore, if the weather is clear and the sun dominates in all its splendor, it reflects off the whiteness of the snow, increasing the impact of UV rays by 85%.
This is how the sun manages, at altitude, to burn your face without you even realizing it! And yes, because the cold acts like an anesthetic!
Besides the sun, also consider other climatic factors that can dry out your skin. The icy wind and temperature variations are also harmful.
Sun protection, before being outdoors
Before hitting the slopes, we therefore advise you to apply a high-protection sunscreen, with an SPF of 50 or 50+.
Before hitting the slopes, we therefore advise you to apply a high-protection sunscreen, with an SPF of 50 or 50+.
In this kit, you will find 3 products based on Aloe Vera and Prebiotics that are essential for your hair during prolonged sun exposure.
And for total effectiveness, remember to reapply cream every 2 hours. 😉
For even more protection, carry a lip balm! Go to a parapharmacy to find this rich product that will prevent your lips from chapping.
After the effort, comforting skin care with True Cosmetics
Thinking about your skin before going out is good, but taking care of it after the effort is even better! To relieve your skin after strong sun exposure, opt for moisturizing facial treatments.
Tested and approved here, on the Créative platform, your complexion will become fresh and radiant thanks to True Cosmetics products!
You now have all the means at your disposal to protect your skin from UV rays. Go on, we won't hold you back any longer, and we hope you have a wonderful holiday if you're heading to the mountains! 🎿
