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This summer, which was exceptionally humid and hot, is still living in a pandemic era where you can’t avoid masks. Our skin is tired. Skin exposed to hot ultraviolet rays not only develops pigment diseases such as melasma and freckles, but also becomes rough and wrinkles deepen. It’s important to keep in mind that tired skin like this can accelerate aging if not properly cared for during the current peak season. From now on, Sungjae Young , the Chairman of the Board of Dermatology Representative of Dermatology Advisor Sungjae Young, will advise on good skin care practices to know this fall.

Advice 1. Inflammation Treatment Fights Time In people who have been outdoors frequently during the summer months, the skin trapped in the mask is oversecreted with sweat and sebum, while the skin seemingly overuses air conditioning and the skin becomes greasy and dry. This deepens the inflammation. In addition, when the skin immunity and resistance are weakened due to ultraviolet rays, and the skin itself reacts sensitively, resulting in a sudden severe keratinization, tingling or itching of the skin, and even swelling. Neglecting these skin reactions leads to skin aging, so the sooner you treat them, the more effective they are.

Advice 2. Find the Right Treatment for You As different as a person’s appearance is, treatments are also diverse. You need to find a treatment that works for you, like a ‘Bispock suit’ tailored to your individual. Sungjae Young Dermatology recommends a new treatment method , medical skincare, and “dumio care,” which help the epidermis recover with microultrasound vibrations. Dummio Care generates and supplies high concentrations of anions into the body through a transparent helmet reminiscent of a spacecraft pilot, and induces skin regeneration by reducing free radicals that cause skin aging. A combination of ‘intravenous therapy’ is designed to speed up treatment. Based on the ‘Myers cocktail’ regimen designed to treat a variety of diseases such as allergic rhinitis, cardiovascular disease and a combination of magnesium, calcium, vitamins B and C, it is prescribed precisely according to the individual’s body and skin condition.

Advice 3. Don’t take the holiday hair loss lightly Through the hot summers, contaminants such as sweat, sebum and dust penetrate the scalp and block the hair follicles. Because of this, when the season comes, you may feel an unusually bad head fall out. In the fall, when the weather is good, there is a temporary increase in the secretion of male hormones that affect hair loss, which causes hair loss. Don’t leave this unattended, but seek out a dermatologist to develop a treatment plan with plenty of counseling.

Advice 4. Don’t neglect skin care in your daily life If you experience skin inflammation, swelling, or itching, try a hypoallergenic product that has a low oil content or is oil-free. It is also recommended to avoid the use of exfoliators that irritate the skin , and to use a slightly acidic soap with a pH of 5.5 or higher. The most important thing here is to stick to the ‘inner beauty’ that you cultivate from the inside out. Drink plenty of water and pack some nutrient-rich seasonal fruits and vegetables. Apples, in particular, are rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties, which help strengthen the skin. In addition, broccoli, which is rich in vitamin C, and tomatoes that contain a high amount of lycopene, which removes free radicals from the body due to its powerful antioxidant action, are also essential foods for the skin.

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