How to prepare the skin for the sun?

With the arrival of warm weather, the desire to expose oneself to the sun and get golden, glowing and healthy skin grows. But how to prepare your skin for the sun to get a better tan, faster and without risking your skin's health?

The key is to start early, following a targeted routine that strengthens the skin, keeps it hydrated and helps it respond with balance to UV rays. It's not just about beauty, but true prevention: well treated skin tans more evenly and durably, avoiding discomfort such as dryness, irritation or discoloration.

Why preparing your skin for the sun is essential

The sun has always been a symbol of energy, well-being and vitality. But when we expose ourselves without proper preparation, it can immediately turn into a stress for the skin.

UV rays, in fact, are unforgiving: they can strike deep even when the skin seems accustomed to the sun, leaving visible and invisible marks.

Sunburn, redness, skin pulling or peeling-these are just the first alarm bells. In the long run, unprotected exposure can cause dehydration, loss of elasticity, the appearance of dark spots and accelerated skin aging, which takes away the radiance and firmness of the face and body.

And that's not all: chronic, unprotected exposure can significantly increase the risk of developing skin cancers, such as carcinomas and melanomas, far more serious and often underestimated harms.

That’s why preparing your skin is so important: it’s not just about getting a nice tan, but about helping your skin defend itself and respond better to sun exposure. Skin that’s cared for in advance is stronger, more even, and naturally radiant.

With the right treatments and a few daily steps, your tan becomes longer-lasting, healthier, and more enjoyable—just as every summer should be.

Keep reading to discover the essential steps to get your skin sun-ready!

Step 1: Targeted exfoliation

Exfoliating the skin is the essential first step to an effective sun routine. But beware: not all exfoliation is the same. When it comes to preparing the skin for a tan, it is essential to choose a product that acts deeply but gently, removing dead skin cells and promoting natural skin turnover.

The ESTĒREL’s MASQUE PEELING + is an exfoliating treatment for face and body that performs a dual action: it deeply renews the skin and makes it more receptive to the actives of subsequent cosmetics, enhancing their effectiveness.

The formula, based on alpha hydroxy acids of plant origin and salicylic acid, promotes gentle but targeted micro-exfoliation, eliminating dead cells and stimulating skin renewal. Its creamy, easy-to-rinse texture leaves skin soft, firm and radiant from the first applications.

Used consistently, 1 or 2 times a week, it helps prevent discolorations and promote a more even and intense tan.

Step 2: Daily cleansing and protection

After exfoliation, the skin needs to be cleansed very gently. In warmer weather, in fact, sweating increases and washing becomes more frequent: therefore, it is essential to rely on a cleanser that respects skin balance, avoiding stress or dryness.

The ESTĒREL’s GEL DOUCHE is formulated to provide effective yet gentle daily cleansing, ideal for all skin types.

Based on coconut oil and lichen extract, with soothing and balancing properties, it removes impurities and residue, leaving skin fresh, soft and protected.

Perfect for frequent washings, it does not irritate or dehydrate, helping to keep skin hydrated, radiant and ready to receive the sun in comfort.

Step 3: Stimulating melanin

The last - but not least - step is to naturally stimulate the tanning process, preparing the skin to respond better to sun exposure. An action that does not replace sunscreen, but boosts melanin production and defends the skin from UV damage.

The ESTĒREL’s HYDRATING TAN ACTIVATING SKIN FLUID is the ultimate ally with hydrating, stimulating, and anti-aging properties, that works to accompany the skin toward the sun with increased responsiveness and protection.

With hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, shea butter and maritime pine extract, it works to intensely hydrate, improve skin elasticity and protect against oxidative and photo-induced damage.

Perfect for all skin types, it is especially good for those who struggle to get a tan or want to prolong the benefits of sun exposure after the summer.

Used daily on the face and body, starting one week before exposure, it progressively stimulates melanin production, giving glowing, even-toned skin that is more resistant to the sun.

The complete treatment

For a complete and ready-to-use routine, ESTĒREL has designed a perfect box set: the “SUMMER SCRUB MATURE SKIN” KIT, which contains Masque Peeling +, Gel Douche and Hydrating Tan Activating skin fluid.

A three-step ritual to start the summer with skin that is smooth, nourished and ready to receive the sun, enhancing your natural beauty to the fullest.

Conclusion

Taking care of your skin before summer is the real secret: it's not just about beauty, but about long-term health, prevention, and well-being.

Preparing your skin for the sun means acting in advance to ensure a more beautiful, long-lasting and even tan, avoiding common damage and discomfort such as dryness, sunburn, and premature aging.

It only takes a few steps, but done methodically, to really make a difference!