How to choose your "parapharmacy" after-sun care product
Here are 3 must-have after-sun moisturizers!
After-sun care for normal skin
After-sun milk from SVR offers a repairing formula ideal for soothing dry skin after a day at the pool or beach. This product is suitable for the body, but should be avoided for the face, due to the presence of coconut oil, reputed to be comedogenic.
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After-sun care: light
The intensive Bioderma Gel Crème is lighter than its predecessor. This creamy gel absorbs quickly, making it ideal for light moisturizing after the beach. Although the brand claims that this is a relipidant product for dry skin, the formula contains mainly humectants and is not very rich in oils or emollients, making it less effective for very dry skin.
After-sun care for dry skin
On the other hand, the Baume Lipikar by La Roche Posay has been specially designed to combat dry skin, this balm contains shea butter, kerosene oil, kerosene wax and rapeseed oil, making it a highly effective product if you have dry skin.
After-sun milk: essential for skin care
Even if you apply sun cream regularly, your skin is still dried out by the sun. So it's important to repair and rehydrate it after exposure. After-sun milk not only prolongs your tan, but also cares for your skin in depth. After taking a shower to cleanse your skin of residues of sun cream, perspiration, salt or sand, apply after-sun lotion generously.
Choosing the right after-sun lotion
To choose the best after-sun milk, consider these criteria:
- Texture: choose a light, non-greasy texture to facilitate application and avoid suffocating the skin.
- The ingredients: choose a milk containing soothing, moisturizing and regenerating natural active ingredients such as aloe vera, chamomile or shea butter.
- The presence of a light, pleasant fragrance, reminiscent of summer scents.
Tan extenders for a tanned complexion all summer long
To make your tan last and care for your skin at the same time, opt for a tan extender. These products are designed to optimize the appearance of your tan while nourishing your skin.
How do I use a tan extender?
Visit tanning extender is used after sun exposure and should be applied daily to clean, dry skin. Thanks to its specific composition, it helps maintain a tanned complexion for longer. To choose the best tan extender, opt for products containing natural moisturizing and soothing ingredients, as well as a UV filter to protect your skin from the sun's rays.
Summer is synonymous with vacations, sun, beach and pool. But it's important to take care of your skin and hair to protect them from external aggressors such as UV rays, seawater, chlorine and sand. In this article, we present the best products and advice for optimal after-sun care.
The benefits of sun shampoo for hair
The sun shampoo is specially designed to protect your hair from summer aggressions. When we're out in the sun, we tend to apply sunscreen to our skin, but our hair is often left unprotected. UV rays, sea salt and chlorine from the pool attack the hair, drying out the hair fiber and making it brittle. Using a sun shampoo helps to nourish and repair hair damaged by these external factors.
How to choose your sun shampoo?
Here are a few criteria to consider when choosing the right sun shampoo for your needs:
- Check for the presence of a UV filter in the composition, which protects hair from the sun's rays.
- Opt for a moisturizing, nourishing shampoo to repair hair and restore suppleness and shine.
- Choose a shampoo free of sulfates and parabens, to avoid further damaging your hair.