Homemade lemonade, sun parasols and swimming cossies remind us of the joys of summer. And with so much more time spent outdoors, we're more exposed to the sun's UV rays. After-sun care becomes an essential part of an everyday skincare routine. Here's how to get started with your after-sun care routine to nourish and protect your skin this summer, and beyond. 

What is after-sun?

Rehydrating the skin and maintaining skin barrier function is a vital part of your after-sun care to neutralise free radicals generated by UV exposure, promote skin healing and regeneration, and repair UV-induced damage. Naturally moisturising and anti-inflammatory ingredients, like aloe vera, soothe the skin and replenish lost moisture, while bringing instant calm and relief to itchy and sensitive skin.

Can I use it to treat sun-burn?

Prevention is always better than cure and barrier-repairing formulas, such as Maven Daily Moisturiser - rich in ceramides and fatty acids, are essential in helping to provide nourishment and promote turnover of damaged skin cells.
 

How can Saviour Moisture Mask act as a natural after-sun?

Re-hydration is so important when you’ve spent time in the sun, especially for those with sensitive skin and weakened skin barrier function, which can make skin more susceptible to damage from UV radiation. So even if you don’t think you’ve been burnt or the sky is more grey than golden, applying a natural soothing treatment is key for skin sun safety.

Most commercially available after-sun products contain holy-grail ingredients such as aloe vera and cucumber. However, these tend to be in incredibly low doses and are often counteracted by the number of alcohols and fragrances also added in the formula. Alcohol is a big no-no when it comes to after-sun as it dries out the skin further, making any skin discomfort even worse. The same goes for added fragrances as these also tend to irritate the skin. That’s why it’s so important to use skincare designed specifically for sensitive skin and formulated without skin disruptors. 

The By Sarah Saviour Moisture Mask is formulated with naturally-derived hyaluronic acid and soothing aloe leaf extract to instantly quench your skin after being in the sun. Aloe vera has been shown to stop inflammatory reactions within the body and is considered a traditional therapy for severe burns, whilst hyaluronic acid provides aid for ultimate rehydration and acts as a postbiotic to support your skin’s precious microbiome. Apply 2-3 times per week to enjoy it's cooling and reparative properties.

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