After Sunburn Skincare Tips

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Forgetting to apply sunscreen when outdoors in the hot summer sun, will give you red painful skin that feels hot to the touch. Follow the after-sun skincare tips to help you avoid sunburns and annoying tan lines.

 

How to tell if you are sunburned?

Our life is surrounded by ultraviolet rays, among which too much exposure to UVA and UVB light are the main causes of sunburns. Therefore applying sunscreen is a skin-care step that should be done every day. Without adequate protection and long sun exposure, the skin will be reddened and sunburned.

Once the skin starts to become red and hot to touch, it is a sign of sunburn and needs to be treated according to the different stages of sunburn. Sunburn can be divided into 3 stages: redness, peeling and blisters. Most sunburned skin can be soothed and healed by following a daily skincare routine. However, if you get blisters from a sunburn, it means that the dermis is damaged, which is similar to a second-degree burn. It is recommended to receive immediate medical attention.

 

How to get rid of sunburn redness? 4 must know after-sun skin care steps

The skin will be more sensitive and fragile after exposure to the sun, making the skin dry and rough. The following 4 steps can help restore your skin’s moisture and health.

Step 1: Soothe

After exposure to the sun, you must first help the skin cool down. An ice pack will help soothe and cool down the skin. Avoid placing ice directly onto the skin, which can lead to a frost bit, instead use an ice pack or cold compress for a short intervals  If you have sensitive skin, it is recommended that you rinse with cold water directly. You can use a mild toner to help cool down and moisten the skin.

Step 2: Repair

The skin will become hypersensitive after a sunburn, so it is recommended to use a mild, low-irritant facial cleanser.  Avoid using chemical sunscreens, sheet masks, exfoliators, cosmetics products etc. Choosing the skin care products with pure and simple ingredients will accelerate the healing process for a sunburn.

*If the sunburn is serious, peeling may occur afterwards. Do not remove the peeling skin, and avoid exfoliation, to prevent further damage to the skin.

Step 3: Apply moisturizer

After your skin has healed from a sunburn and the redness disappeared and swelling has gone down, you will need to maintain your skin hydrated. If the skin is suffering dryness, you can apply a moisturizing lotion to help the skin lock in moisture. It is important to note to avoid using moisturizing products with whitening ingredients, so as not to irritate sensitive skin and refrain using makeup until your skin has had sufficient time to repair.

Step 4: Protect

When taking care of your skin after sun exposure use skin care products with no alcohol or additives to support your body’s natural healing process and maintain moisturize. After the sunburned skin has returned to normal, you can begin your whitening skin care routine. However, since your skin has just experienced sun damage and it is recommended you use whitening and skin care products with milder and less irritating ingredients. It is also necessary to focus on moisturizing to ensure that the skin can achieve its oil-water balance.

 

Recommended after-sun skin care products|High-efficiency T4 enzyme

Do you want to strengthen your skin’s defense after sun exposure? Using a moisturizing product with simple and effective ingredients is important. The T4 enzyme, which has become a sensation in the market after its release, has simple ingredients and can repair the skin, prevent tan lines, and provide professional medical-grade treatment (it is recommended to use it after the skin has returned to its normal status after sun exposure). If the skin around the eyes becomes dark after sun exposure, you can also use the hyaluronic acid microneedle eye patches to lighten pigment spots and the fine lines caused by UVA/UVB. High-efficiency T4 enzyme can moisturize, whiten, and nourish the skin around the eyes; leaving you with a glowing complexion.

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