Italian and Swiss experts promote sunscreen and foot‑care routines for summer skin health

A guide from Italy outlines a foot‑care routine that combines targeted exfoliation, moisturizing masks and sunscreen. It recommends mechanical or chemical exfoliants such as urea, lactic or glycolic acid, followed by emollient-rich foot masks and a broad‑spectrum SPF 30+ applied to the dorsal foot, toes and interdigital spaces.

Swiss dermatologists issue a ten‑point summer skin‑protection plan. Key points include using SPF 30 or higher, applying sunscreen 20‑30 minutes before exposure, using sufficient product, covering all exposed areas – ears, neck, hands, feet and lips – reapplying after swimming or sweating, avoiding peak sun hours, protecting children and supplementing sunscreen with hats, sunglasses and clothing.