Oh, Boulder! The sun comes out and all of a sudden, every one else is out too- running, hiking, cycling, climbing… It’s no secret that Boulderites are all about being active outdoors, and while it’s great exercise for your body and mind, all that dirt, sun, and wind can push skin to its limit. Because of this, the skin of all outdoorsy folks needs special attention, period. So what’s a fan of the great outdoors supposed to do? Simply focus on three easy steps in your skincare routine: (1) Cleanse; (2) Protect; and (3) Repair.
(1) Cleanse
Since active folks are exercising and most likely sweating, skin could be more prone to irritation from fragrances and other synthetic ingredients. And while sweating may make you want to leave your skin feeling squeaky clean, it is important to use a cleanser that’s effective in removing makeup and oil, but not your skin’s natural sebum. Prevent against dry, irritated skin with a gentle cleanser, like Image’s Ormedic Balancing Facial Cleanser, which is an organic blend of chamomile, green tea, and oat kernel extract for a non-stripping, nourishing cleanse.
Ormedic Balancing Facial Cleanser, $27.90
(2) Protect
Remember all that sun, wind, and dirt you were playing in earlier today? Well, turns out all those elements are not very kind on your skin. So it’s extra important for active people who love the outdoors to protect skin with a moisturizing SPF like Image’s Prevention Plus Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50. Slather that on 15-30 minutes before heading outdoors and guard against sunburns, wrinkles, uneven skin tone, freckling, and skin cancer.
Prevention Plus Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50, $35
(3) Repair
All that time spent outside may leave your skin dry and therefore in danger of signs of premature aging, like sun spots and wrinkles. Prevent such signs, and even reverse early skin damage, by using products with antioxidants. A serum with vitamin C, for example, will work wonders to repair damaged skin. We love Image’s Vital C Hydrating Anti-Aging Serum, which contains an oil-soluble vitamin C with the highest bio-availability to immediately soothe visible signs of environmentally damaged skin.
Vital C Hydrating Anti-Aging Serum, $52.50