THE COOLING AFTER-EFFECT
This weekend was a party and you probably enjoyed a BBQ in the sun somewhere or hung out on the terrace for hours. And rightly so. Aftercare is also quite important. Just like after three bottles of wine it's best to drink some water (we all do that), applying after sun is also a good idea after sunbathing.
The three major benefits
It must have been really nice that day in the sun and you surely applied sunscreen well. So nothing to worry about. Still, you have asked quite a bit from your skin, even if you didn't get burned. After Sun has three major benefits. It works cooling (so you don't have that burning and stinging feeling in the evening), and it works hydrating (so you don't become a dried-up apple). Perhaps the biggest advantage is that After Sun also extends your tan. You will peel less quickly, or not at all, and you prevent skin aging. The better you care for your skin after sun exposure, the longer the tan lasts.
Apply it!
Apply sunscreen while in the sun, of course, but also afterwards. I hear you thinking, why not body lotion? A body lotion often contains perfume and that's not so handy. After sun exposure, the skin is a bit more sensitive and body lotion can cause irritation. After Sun often contains cooling and soothing ingredients, like Aloe Vera, which react much better on the skin at such a moment.
Smart Tip
It's not only very nice to step under the shower after a day at the beach, it's also smart. Under a lukewarm shower, you rinse away the remnants of sunscreen, beach sand, and other dirt. Then enjoy applying After Sun. Apply generously. Trust me, you'll be happy the next day too.
After Suns in a row
1. A large jar of thicker cream that feels very light on the skin. After applying, the cream leaves a nice pearlescent sheen on the skin.
Creme Nacree, After Sun, 200 ml, € 33, Biotherm
2. An ice-cold cooling effect after a day in the sun. Really cold, but so nice.
After Sun Icy Protection, 200 ml, € 13.49, L’Oréal Paris
3. This aftersun consists of two phases. It is a dry oil that is quickly absorbed and leaves no greasy feeling behind. Bi-Phase After Sun Dry Oil, € 22.95, Collistar
4. Daily caring after sun milk
Capital Soleil, 300 ml, € 26, Vichy
5. Lancome Soleil Bronzer After Sun is a silky soft, rich, and refreshing aftersun milk that cools, soothes, and gives a radiant glow to the skin after sun exposure.
Soleil Bronzer After Sun Milk, € 36, Lancome
6.Suncover SPF 30, 1000 ml, for face and body, € 34.95, Smeerjein.nl
7. A fresh-smelling after sun with mandarin and orange blossom. They also have an after sun for the lips that is recommended.
After Sun Gelee, € 32, Michael Kors
8. Delightfully cool 10-minute mask that immediately brings relief to sun-damaged skin. It prevents peeling and ensures a longer-lasting sun-kissed color.
Soothing after sun mask, 92.30, Sensai
9. Repairs and soothes the skin and helps against emerging skin aging with all its special ingredients.
Sunleÿa Age Minimizing after-Sun Care, Sisley
10. A nice spray that also helps against fine lines. It comes together beautifully.
Soin Après Soleil Réparateur Visage et Décolleté, € 35.95, Clarins
11. A milky mist that has Cell-Protect Complex for antioxidant action and cell protection.
After Sun Brume Apres Soleil, € 28.80, Payot
12. Want to keep the color as long as possible? This is a must-have.
After Sun Tan Maximizer, € 33.15, Lancaster
13. Compensates for moisture loss caused by sun exposure, calming, hydrating, and sublimating the skin. Also not unimportant is that it holds the color much longer.
Bronze Après-Soleil Baume de Monoï, € 36.50, Dior
14. Soft lotion with aloe vera.
After Sun rescue balm, € 27, Clinique
