OK, So It's Beyond Hot Outside – Here Are Some Expert Tips to Keep Your Skin Protected This Summer

Be sure to look for a spot with adequate shade, especially during the hours of 10 am and 4 pm. If there is no natural shade available (those provided by trees or shadows or nearby structures), make use of umbrellas. Dr. Kotb also stresses the importance of avoids surfaces that reflect the sun's rays; these include sand, water, and concrete.

Sunglasses and brim hats should be two of your go-to accessories in Summer. Sunglasses, more specifically those that offer protection from UVA and UVB rays, not only protect your eyes from harmful UV rays, they also reduce your chances of developing eye-related problems such as cataracts. Dr. Kotb also suggests wearing loose and breathable long-sleeved shirts and pants for added protection.

Many beauty products, such as lip balms, concealer, and face cream, contain some level of sun protection. If the SPF level is less than 15, be sure to use other forms of protection, such as sunscreen. Dr. Kotb reveals that it is also important to keep your makeup use to a minimum in terms of application. "Doing so will allow your skin to breathe better, as the heat and humidity experienced in Summer, make it very hard for your skin to breathe and cause it to stress and break it."

"While many people use them, tanning beds and sunlamps can cause severe long-term skin conditions, damage, and, in extreme cases, skin cancer development," explains Dr. Kotb.

Antioxidants found in vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin A, C, E, and green tea, have been scientifically proven to protect your skin by reducing and counteracting free radical production, which is responsible for damaging healthy skin and causing oxidative stress. Antioxidants not only protect your skin from this occurrence, but they also help to reduce the chance of pigmentation as well as the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Aside from applying antioxidant serums and face creams, it's important to include them in your diet. Citrus fruits, green and leafy vegetables, as well as green tea, nuts, and whole grains, are just ingredients that contain antioxidants, leaving your skin protected and contributing to the appearance of healthy, youthful skin.

Remember that Summer is when your skin requires moisture as well as hydration – more than ever. In a previous interview with POPSUGAR Middle East, Dr. Rutsnei Schmitz, the specialist dermatologist at Medcare Women and Children Hospital, explains why this is. "Hydration is incredibly important for your skin for many different, the most important being protection. Having a well-hydrated skin acts as a defense against viruses, fungus, and bacteria," reveals Dr. Schmitz. Click here to find out how you can keep your skin moisturized as well as the additional benefits of well-hydrated skin. Hydrating products aside, Dr. Kotb stresses that drinking more water overall, especially in Summer, is vital for maintaining healthy skin tissue.

"Exfoliation is the key to brighter and smoother skin," Dr. Kotb explains. It removes dulling skin debris and piled up dead cells, leaving your skin looking brighter and healthier. When exfoliating, it is important to be gentle and not to over-exfoliate, as it can cause skin damage and irritation. If you have sensitive skin, Dr. Eman recommends using gentle, mild exfoliators.

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