The Ultimate Guide to Post-Sun Love

Summer at the beach is rejuvenating for the soul but can be taxing on your skin and hair. Saltwater, sun exposure, and sand can lead to dryness, irritation, and damage. Here’s a fun and comprehensive guide to after-beach care to keep you glowing and feeling refreshed.

1. Rinse Off

As soon as you can, rinse off with cool freshwater to remove salt, sand, and chlorine (if you've been in a pool). This helps prevent irritation and dryness. Use a mild, hydrating body wash to cleanse your skin without stripping away natural oils.

 

2. Hydrate Your Skin

Apply a generous amount of moisturizer. Look for products containing aloe vera, shea butter, or coconut oil to soothe and hydrate. Consider using an after-sun gel specifically designed to cool and repair sun-exposed skin.

 

Sun Bum After Sun Cool Down Gel

3. Soothing Baths

Oatmeal Bath: Add a cup of colloidal oatmeal to a lukewarm bath to soothe irritated skin. Milk and Honey Bath: Combine a cup of milk and a few tablespoons of honey in your bath to nourish and hydrate.

 

Baby Bum Green Coconut Bubble Bath

 

4. Hydrate Internally

Drink Water: Replenish fluids lost due to sun exposure by drinking plenty of water. Electrolytes: Consider drinks with electrolytes, like coconut water or sports drinks, to rehydrate effectively.

 

 

5. Hair Care

Rinse and Condition: Rinse your hair thoroughly to remove salt and sand. Follow with a deep conditioner to restore moisture. Hair Mask: Use a nourishing hair mask with ingredients like argan oil or avocado once a week to repair and hydrate sun-damaged hair.

 

Sun Bum Revitalizing Shampoo & Conditioner 

 

Proper after-beach care is essential to maintaining healthy, glowing skin and hair. By following these fun and effective tips, you can ensure that your skin and hair remain hydrated, nourished, and rejuvenated after every beach outing. So, enjoy the sun, sand, and surf, knowing you have the perfect post-beach routine to keep you looking and feeling your best!

XOXO,
Team Parasol Y Mar