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SUMMER SKINCARE
WITH DR. KATIE BELEZNAY
Dr. Katie Beleznay currently practices in Vancou- ver, B.C., at the Seymour Health Centre and at Car- ruthers & Humphrey Cosmetic Dermatology and also directs the Vancouver Acne & Rosacea Clinic. She answered our top summer skincare questions.
Real Style: What are your top tips for keeping skin in optimal condition during the summer months?
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Katie Beleznay: 1. Sun protection is a must: Try to avoid the sun, particularly during the peak hours between 10 and 4. However, we all want to enjoy those sunny days as well, so to help protect every morning, make sure to put on a generous amount of sunscreen, SPF 30 or higher. Look for a sunscreen labelled as broad spectrum that protects against both UVA and UVB. Apply it liberally; you should be applying a shot glass full for the exposed are- as and a full teaspoon just for your face. For those with sensitive or acne-prone skin, there are many different formulations available that may be a good fit and your dermatologist may have some recom- mendations. Reapply it every couple of hours that you are in the sun. Broad brimmed hats and cloth- ing are important to help protect as well. You can
PHOTOS, LEFT: KATIE BELEZNAY, RIGHT: ISTOCK