It is the hottest summer in Texas history, and this causes a lot of health and skin problems. These are some of the most common problems related to extreme heat in Texas and how to protect your skin, according to Texas Monthly.
One of the most common problems are breakouts. Because of the intense sweating, breakouts on your chest and back may start popping out. To avoid this, you can shower after getting really sweaty and use more lightweight sunscreens – incorporating a cleanser with acne-fighting ingredients will also help.
Another problem is eczema, which causes your skin to become dry and bumpy. This can be caused by extreme sweating or when chlorine from the pool evaporates in your body. The best way to protect yourself from eczema is to use a good body cream to maintain your skin hydrated, but without leaving it greasy.
A problem that affects babies the most but could also affect adults is heat rash. This happens when sweat is trapped in the skin, causing a skin rash. The easiest way to treat this is to apply an ice pack on the affected area.
When it is really hot and there is a lot of UV exposure, you can suffer from hyperpigmentation or brown spots. The best way to prevent this is wearing sunscreen but also a vitamin C serum.
People who struggle with rosacea also find this heat season really difficult. The most important thing is to avoid stimulating skincare ingredients and drying alcohol or high amounts of fragrance. A great way to prevent rosacea is to keep a cooling mist on hand and spray it on the face or neck to keep the skin cool and hydrated.
One last problem of the heat is sunburn. The best way to avoid this is to use sunscreen and, if you have a sunburn, you should use hydrating products and antioxidants.
As you can see, there are a lot of skin problems that the Texas heat can cause, but if you can stay away from the sun and cool yourself, you have a better chance of protecting your skin.
