After sun creams

After-sun creams are intended for skin care after spending time in the sun, at the seaside, pool, mountains or outdoors for a longer period. After UV exposure, the skin may often feel dry, tight, warm to the touch or more sensitive, so products that provide hydration, soothing care and comfort are suitable.

Within the After-sun care category, creams, balms, milks and cream-gels after sun exposure are used as the final step after showering and removing salt, chlorine, sand or sweat from the skin.

After-sun products do not replace SPF protection. They are used after sun exposure, while sun protection products are applied before and during time spent in the sun. For the best routine, it is important to combine proper sun protection, avoiding the strongest UV radiation and caring for the skin after sun exposure.

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Who are after-sun creams for?

• People who have spent time in the sun, at the seaside, pool or outdoors for a longer period
• Skin that feels dry, tight or warm to the touch after sun exposure
• Hydrating and soothing the skin after UV exposure
• Body areas such as shoulders, back, arms, legs and areas exposed to the sun
• Complementing the sun protection routine during holidays and sunny days

How to choose after-sun cream?

If you want a balm for skin care after sun exposure, Uriage Bariesun after-sun balm 150 ml can be a good choice. A balm is practical when the skin needs additional hydration, softness and a pleasant feeling after sun exposure.

For caring for larger body areas after the beach, pool or longer outdoor stay, Carroten After Sun milk can be selected. After-sun milk is easy to apply and suitable for an everyday summer routine.

If you prefer a lighter texture that spreads pleasantly, Avene Sun after-sun cream-gel 200 ml can be a good choice. Cream-gel texture is suitable when you want after-sun care without a heavy feeling on the skin.

How to use after-sun creams properly?

After-sun cream, balm, milk or cream-gel is applied after showering, to clean and dry skin. Before application, lukewarm water is recommended, without aggressive soaps, rough towel rubbing or additional skin irritation.

The product should be applied in a sufficient amount to areas exposed to the sun. With dry or tight skin, application can be repeated during the day as needed. If the skin is very red, painful or has blisters, after-sun care should not be considered a replacement for medical advice.

After-sun creams, dark spots and redness

After-sun creams may help restore a hydrated and comfortable skin feeling, but they do not remove dark spots and hyperpigmentation. For skin prone to dark spots, regular SPF protection before sun exposure and reapplication during the day are most important.

For skin prone to redness, rosacea or stinging, after sun exposure it is important to choose products suitable for sensitive skin and avoid aggressive scrubs, fragranced products and further overheating. If redness is intense, painful or worsening, dermatological advice is recommended.

Pharmacist’s advice

Use after-sun creams after showering and removing salt, chlorine or sweat from the skin. They help hydrate and soothe the skin, but do not replace SPF protection. If blisters, severe pain, swelling, fever, nausea, headache, weakness or redness that spreads and worsens appears, medical advice should be sought.

Ljubica Barbulović, Master of Pharmacy

Tips and useful guides

• After-sun care
• After-sun lotion
• Sun care
• Uriage Bariesun after-sun balm 150 ml
• Carroten After Sun milk
• Avene Sun after-sun cream-gel 200 ml
• Which are the best sunscreens – comparing the best on the market
• How to reduce dark spots and hyperpigmentation
• How to reduce facial redness