Your skin is more fragile than you may imagine. It can be easily-damaged by the elements, the sun and persistent dryness. Most people don’t realize the damage that’s happening to their skin because the effects aren’t obvious. For example, a suntan may not cause alarm because most people actually strive to have tanned skin. But, if you’re spending time in the sun, exposed to its ultraviolet rays, you should be taking steps to care for your skin once you come inside.
Applying emollients to your skin after sun exposure is an important step in after sun care. And there are a few tips to help protect your skin when you just can’t avoid exposure to UV rays. Plus products are available that will help to repair and preserve skin.
Applying Emollients After UV Exposure
When you’ve been out in the sun, the UV rays that shower your skin have a number of effects. UVA rays are penetrating deep into the lower layers, causing tissue and cellular damage. UVB rays, which are shorter, may lead to sunburns. Both can potentially lead to skin cancer. Your exposure to the sun can also dry your skin, causing the top layer of your epidermis to lose water.
By using an emollient like the La Roche Posay Posthelios, you can help moisturize your skin. Posthelios contains lipid replenishing agents shea butter, dimethicone and lanolin to boost your skin’s ability to retain moisture, making it look more supple. It can also provide a layer over your skin to help trap moisture inside.
Sun that is dry from prolonged exposure to the sun may crack and become sore. La Roche Posay Posthelios can help to replenish the lost moisture and repair some of the damage caused by the UV rays.
Tips For After Sun Care
First, apply the emollient immediately after coming in from the sun. Quick application is essential in replacing the moisture that was lost. Second, massage it into your skin right after taking a warm bath or shower; this helps to trap moisture that is on your skin. Third, if you’ve been out in the sun for a long period of time, reapply the moisturizer if it wears off.
If you’re someone who enjoys life, it’s impossible to avoid exposure to the sun. A well formulated UVA and UVB blocking sunscreen like Anthelios is a must. You may also want to consider a good emollient that can help to protect skin after UV exposure.�
