Gradualness and intensive sun protection are the secrets to healthy tanning.

As the first spring rays of sunshine appear and we can finally shed our coats and sweaters, we love spending as much time as possible outdoors. And when the beaches open up, we strive to enjoy the sunshine and pleasant weather.

Sunbathing plays an important role as it allows us to naturally replenish vitamin D, which we receive less of during winter. Vitamin D is essential for maintaining our health as it supports fighting infections and preventing diseases.

However, let's not forget that even spring sun can harm our skin if we don't protect it. Following the principle of gradualness and using effective sunscreen and tanning products, we can achieve a proper and even tan.

The first step is to protect the face, hands, and arms.

If we're not careful, we can easily get sunburned in the spring sun. The weather can be deceiving, and we may not realize how strong the sun's rays are. Our facial skin is the most delicate, and the signs of sunburn can appear later in the form of wrinkles and spots if we don't use sunscreen products.

Choose products for your face and hands that quickly absorb, don't make the skin oily, and help achieve an even tan. Apply a high SPF cream to protect your skin.

To achieve an even color, it's important to cleanse our skin every day, exfoliate it regularly (but not too often), and ensure proper hydration with Vagheggi Rehydra products. It's also a good idea to have a thorough pore cleansing by a beautician before the beach season.

What does gradual tanning mean?

Gradual tanning is one of the most important things before the beach season and bikini vacations during the spring and early summer period.

The essence of gradualness is to prepare and slowly acclimatize our skin to sunlight without exposing it to sudden intense radiation.

During the first few tanning sessions, do it in semi-shady areas, such as under the shade of a tree, and use tanning products. Gradually increase the duration of sun exposure and regularly apply sunscreen.

Tanning step by step: Here's how to do it!

In practice, gradual tanning means:

- A few weeks before the first tanning session, adjust your diet and consume foods rich in beta-carotene, lycopene, and vitamins E and C.
- Avoid the midday hours when the radiation is most intense; sunbathe in the morning or early afternoon.
- During the first few sessions, limit sun exposure to 10-15 minutes.
- Gradually increase the duration of sun exposure by 5-10 minutes.
- Apply sunscreen with at least SPF 30, which protects your skin from UV-A and UV-B rays.
- Choose a product that doesn't contain harmful chemicals and doesn't harm natural water ecosystems.
- Use a special cream, such as Atypical Tattoo Care body lotion, for tattoos.
- Apply sunscreen at least 20 minutes before sun exposure.
- Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours when sunbathing for an extended period.
- Use sunscreen even after swimming or bathing in water.
- Don't forget to protect your face, the palms of your hands, your neck, and the area behind your ears.
- Wear a hat or cap, sunglasses, and lip balm.
- Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids during sunbathing to moisturize your skin and body.
- After sunbathing, use soothing products to hydrate and regenerate your skin.
- Ensure skin hydration with Rehydra products.

How can we further support healthy tanning and sun protection?

Protect your face with an anti-aging cream during sun exposure, available in medium and high SPF. Use an after-sun cream afterward.

You can also apply a tanning gel to prepare your skin for

 sun exposure. If your skin is more sensitive and you spend less time in the sun, Summer Paradise Intensive Tanning Cream can support your tanning process.

For cleansing your hair and skin after sunbathing and swimming in the sea, use special shampoo and shower gel.