What is a sun allergy?
Sun allergy is a skin condition that usually appears as soon as the warm weather arrives. It is characterized by the appearance of red patches, itchy pimples after prolonged exposure of the skin to UV rays. Summer lucite mainly affects the following parts of the body:
- Legs ;
- The cleavage ;
- Arms ;
- The neck ;
- Shoulders.
There are 4 types of sun allergy, namely:
- polymorphic lucite;
- Benign summer lucite or LEB;
- Chemical photosensitization;
- Solar urticaria.
In addition, the people likely to be affected by an allergy to the sun are the following:
- Pregnant women ;
- young children;
- Old people ;
- Fair-skinned people.
To avoid sun allergies, the application of a sunscreen that can protect against UVA and UVB rays is essential. The ideal is to opt for a sunscreen with a high level of protection such as SPF 50+. For best results, apply sunscreen every 2 hours. Do not forget to renew the application after sweating, after swimming or after wiping your skin in case of sweating. Also, avoid going out during hours of strong sunlight. If you must go out, always wear UV protective clothing, a pair of goggles and a hat.
If summer lucite is already there, dermatologists recommend the following treatments:
- Para amino-benzoic acid;
- Antihistamine drugs;
- Synthetic antimalarials;
- Carotenoid drugs.
If the use of antimalarials and beta-carotenes has not yielded any convincing results, opt for phototherapy, then puvatherapy. These two treatments must be administered in a dermatology office.
Our Pick: Garnier Ambre Solaire Dry Touch Mist SPF 50
Do you want to enjoy the sun without fear of getting sun allergies? Why not use the Garnier Ambre Solaire Dry Touch protective mist SPF 50 ? This sunscreen will provide you with high SPF 50 protection against UVA and UVB rays. Its hypoallergenic formula is specially created for fair skin, intolerant and sensitive to ultraviolet rays. Indeed, this spray does not contain alcohol, parabens, dyes and even less perfume. So it won’t dry out your skin.
Unlike conventional sunscreens and sprays, Garnier Ambre Solaire Toucher Sec SPF 50 protective mist is easy to use. For optimal application, the aerosol format works, even on the most difficult to reach parts of the body, such as the back or the back of the legs.
Before applying this sun mist, shake the bottle vigorously to obtain a texture that is both fluid and homogeneous. The application must be done before exposing yourself to UV rays. Also, be sure to reapply after sweating, swimming or toweling off.
Garnier Ambre Solaire – Dry Touch Protection Dry Mist – SPF 50 – 200 mL
€10.96 (€5.48 / 100ml) €11.95 (€5.98 / 100ml)NEW LAYER SPF 30 sunscreen 200ml
The sunscreen NEW LAYER SPF 30 200ml provides you with high performance protection. Its plant-based pro Vitamin D formula promotes healing and protection of your epidermis against ultraviolet rays. Indeed, this sunscreen is able to quickly absorb toxins that can damage your skin. The extracts of exotic fruits and rosemary composing this sunscreen will give you a feeling of freshness worthy of Mediterranean summers.
cutting-edge age that NEW LAYER SPF 30200ml sunscreen embeds protects your skin. She also takes care of the oceans as well as the reefs. In addition, NEW LAYER sunscreen does not contain any substances harmful to health such as:
- PEG;
- Allergens;
- Silicon;
- Mineral oil;
- Liquid plastic;
- The microplastic.
Note that NEW LAYER sunscreen is 100% vegetable. Plus, it comes in a fully recyclable bottle.
After-sun fluid Alga Maris Laboratoires de Biarritz 150 ml
the Alga Maris after-sun fluid Biarritz Laboratories 150 ml is a great ally for moisturizing your skin after exposure to UV rays. Indeed, this gel-cream gives you a feeling of freshness from the first application. As a result, the sensations of heating and tightness disappear. Your epidermis regains softness and comfort.
Formulated with brown seaweed extracts, this after-sun fluid soothes and reduces red spots caused by sun exposure. The nourishing complex of this sun care contains essential fatty acids, organic shea butter and aloe vera. These natural components are essential to protect the epidermis from external aggressions.
On the other hand, the after-sun fluid Alga Maris Laboratoires de Biarritz 150 ml was created to protect man and his environment. It can thus be used by pregnant women and children over 1 year old.
BiotiqueBio face & body sun milk SPF 40 UVA/UVB
Rich in nutrients, the face & body sun milk SPF 40 UVA/UVB from Biotique is blended with pure carrot oil. This sunscreen also contains extracts of quince seeds, aloe vera and iodhra bark. This sunscreen is particularly recommended if you want to have soft and hydrated skin even after exposure to UV rays. We love this sun milk because it has antiseptic qualities that help purify and protect the skin from the harmful effects of the sun. What’s more, it reduces the risk of skin aging.
Biotique Bio Face & Body Sun Lotion SPF 40 UVA/UVB contains no chemicals. It is also free of preservatives. This sunscreen has not been tested on animals. In addition, it is offered in an ecological and recyclable packaging.