Giveaway-Family Affair-Healthy Skin

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This Summer has been super extra hot.  From beach trips to birthday parties at the parks, we have so much more sun exposure than normal in these months.  I know my skin is feeling very dry, and I am sure my kid's skin is too.

Dr. Maria Patricia Rivas says, "It is common to see kids with uneven skin tone like white spots, especially on their cheeks and arms.  This is due to dry patches of skin that do not tan evenly.  To avoid this, always use a sunscreen to protect your skins from the sun and keep their skin moisturized with Lubriderm Daily Moisture Lotion.  Perfect for the entire family, this lotion will help you and your kids achieve healthy-looking skin."

So it is important to get your kid's started on a daily routine, especially now that it is BACK TO SCHOOL time:

First, start by teaching your kiddos to apply lotion before they head to school and at nighttime before bed.  It is important to moisturize the entire body.  Do not forget all the creases in your body, like your neck, elbows, and knees.

Right before bedtime, apply the lotion while you give your kiddo a massage.  A good ole massage never hurt anyone and will help them relax.  My kids love massages.  Massage will ensure their skin absorbs all the lotion and is not rubbed off on their jammies.

It is ideal to moisturize within 3 minutes after their bath or shower.  Applying lotion when the skin is still damp will help trap in moisture, preventing dry skin.

If you have smaller children, like I do, try making this a routine a little more fun by singing a song or playing a game.  My toddler loves making up songs, and likes when mami makes up songs too.

Start this school year right, by using Lubriderm.  Enter to win the Lubriderm Back to School giveaway:

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Skincare Sunday-Stop the Itch

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How hot is it?  I know our skin is taking a beating this summer.  As hot as it may be, don't forget to take care of your skin.  We not only have to deal with itchy, and dry skin but mosquito bites too.

Here are some tips from Dr. Maria Patricia Rivas:

-Don't pick at your skin:  Scratching or picking a spot will interfere with the skin's healing process.  
This is kinda hard for most of us.  Specially the kiddos.

-Moisturize Daily.  Prevent further irritation by applying a soothing moisturizer daily.

I know the heat.  You don't have to tell me twice.  What I do is, apply after a cool shower.

-Protect Your Skin.  Wear long, loose layers to help shield your skin from the sun's rays.

Too hot for long sleeve, yes I agree.  In the Summers I live in sleeveless shirts but then my arms are not protected from the sun.

Dr. Maria Patricia Rivas says,

"Itchy, dry skin can be a major distraction any time of the year.  Routine application of Lubriderm Soothing Relief Daily Lotion with cooling menthol can help minimize the discomfort from itchy, dry skin, leaving skin with no greasy residue."

About Dr. Maria Patricia Rivas:

Dr. Rivas is a Hispanic Board Certified dermatologist in Miami, FL. She is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, received her Medical Doctor Degree at the Universidad Central de Venezuela and performed her residency at the University of Miami - Jackson Memorial Hospital. 

Giveaway-Spring into Healthy-Looking Skin

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How well are you taking care of your skin?

Dr Maria Patricia Rivas says, "Months of cold winter weather can leave skin feeling parched and red.  Help your skin recover by treating it with a gentle moisturizer, applied directly after the shower.  For additional protection and moisturization, apply Lubriderm Daily Moisture Lotion with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 15 during the daytime and remember to schedule your yearly skin examination with your dermatologist."

April showers bring May flowers...and lots of sun.  As soon as we see the sun, we want to run out with our short sleeves and shorts.  But do we realize what the sun can do?  The harmful effects if we do not moisturize or protect our skin.

Ease your skin's adjustment to summer weather with these tips:

-Moisturize skin immediately after your bath or shower.
-Treat skin gently by avoiding over-exfoliation.
-Avoid the sun between 10 am and 2 pm, when it is the strongest and use protective clothing such as long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses.
-Keep children out of the sun as their skin is vulnerable.

These healthy habits are for the entire family.  Help get your kids started in the right direction by teaching them how important it is to protect our skin.  The younger the better.  These are great habits to teach the little ones for them to follow and continue to follow as they grow older.

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