Repairing Sun Damaged Skin from the Summer
9/7/2023
Katrina Mattek, Physician Assistant at Aspirus Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics
Summer is short here
in Wisconsin. We all try to enjoy it while we can, but the hot summer sun can
take a toll on our skin. The Skin Cancer Foundation estimates that 90 percent
of skin aging is caused by the sun. Some damage we can see right away and some
we can’t see quite yet and causes us to age quicker over time.
According to the
American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), skin damage, or oxidative stress to the
skin cells, caused by the sun can also lead to wrinkles, age
spots/discoloration, and loose skin due to loss of collagen and elasticity.
Over the summer, the build-up of dead skin cells can noticeably change the
appearance of our skin.
“Using sunscreen and
wearing protective clothing is the first line of defense, but it’s not always
enough to prevent sun damage,” says Katrina
Mattek, Physician Assistant at Aspirus Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics.
“Thankfully, there are many ways to help repair and rejuvenate your skin after
the summer months. Aspirus Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics offers many
solutions for sun damaged skin.”
Aspirus and AAD
suggest the following tips to help repair your skin this fall:
- Get started on a basic skin care routine.
Washing your face twice daily, using an exfoliating product and a toner can
significantly improve your skin appearance and health.
- To combat oxidative stress from the sun, an
antioxidant Vitamin C product can help repair damaged skin and prevent
future damage. Vitamin C can help brighten skin, even out discoloration, and
boost collagen.
- Exfoliate and rejuvenate skin with in-office
procedures such as chemical peels and dermal-infusion treatments.
“We offer
skin-repairing procedures as well as medical grade skincare products at Aspirus
and can help you decide on the best treatment for your skin,” says Katrina.
“It’s the perfect way to shed the summer damage and head into the colder months
with a ‘clean slate.’”
For more information
about the in-office procedures or skincare products available at Aspirus
Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics, visit www.aspirus.org/plastic-surgery
or call 715.870.2162.
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