It's easy to get lost in the fun when you're enjoying the best (and probably the hottest) summer of your life. But, like a tale as old as time, sunburn happens. No matter how many careful precautions we take or how many sun protection VANA blog posts we read, sometimes we end up with burnt or dried-out skin. Like always, we've always got you covered! Keep scrolling to learn some useful tips for caring for your sun-kissed skin and pamper yourself with the best after sun care routine.

Tip #1: Skin Cooling for Anti-inflammation

Perfect for a hot summer day, the Axis-Y Vita Frost Chilling Essence will have your skin chillin' (literally) like a villain. This skin-cooling elixir is an essence that comes out as a translucent, unscented gel, with small scattered white capsules which resemble frost or slush. These little capsules are formed during the formulation process through “self encapsulation technology” and are formed from Beta-Sitosterol, which is a phytosterol derived from plants that promotes the regeneration of skin cells and improves skin barrier function.

AXIS-Y - Vita Frost Chilling Essence

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Once you begin to spread the snow-like gel over your skin, the capsules inside the Axis-Y Vita Frost Chilling Essence will burst into the gel and the texture of the gel transforms into a cooling, watery solution, with an “airy water texture”. You can immediately feel the relaxing cooling sensation as the essence melts into your skin. It helps not only to cool down the skin but also to soothe red, irritated skin and provide antioxidants to nourish the skin. This refreshing essence sets your skin up perfectly for a warm summer's day!

Tip #2: Soothe the Skin with Aloe Vera Gel

Aloe vera gel is the most common form of skin treatments derived from natural ingredient aloe vera—a water-rich succulent that features thick, juicy pulps. Aloe vera gel skincare products mostly consist of slimy aloe vera goop packed with vitamins A and C, antioxidants and enzymes, to soothe sunburnt skin.

aromatica - Organic Aloe Vera Gel

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Apply the aromatica Organic Aloe Vera Gel to your sunburnt skin for the perfect after-sun relief. Formulated with Ecocert certified organic aloe vera gel, this gentle summer staple calms your skin immediately with no sticky residue, leaving skin moisturized and soft. You can also use this multi-tasking aloe vera gel as a sleeping mask by mixing it with one or two drops of your facial oil and apply all over your face as a sleeping mask before bed.

Tip #3: Hydration is the key!

In addition to your favorite aloe vera gel, dermatologists recommend the best after-sun treatment is to hydrate your skin from sun damage, which is often an overlooked part of sun care. After-sun moisturizers, gels, or lotions are the best to hydrate and soothe the skin after sun exposure, just look at the Abib - Hydration Gel

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Lightweight and highly moisturizing, this moisture-boosting gel gives your sun-kissed skin its much-needed hydration without leaving a sticky feeling. It traps in moisture for long-lastingly dewy skin, reviving the skin's natural glow after a fun day out in the sun!

Tip #4: Modelling Mask to Speed Up Skin-Repair

ICYMI: Modeling mask, also known as a alginate mask or rubber mask, is a type of facial mask that is widely used in spas and beauty clinics, especially in Korea. It is applied in a thick layer after facial treatments and then peeled off after it has solidified. Modeling masks are designed to help improve the texture and appearance of the skin by delivering active ingredients deep into the pores, which is perfect for after sun treatment. They can also help to soothe and hydrate the skin, as well as reduce inflammation and redness.

Mediheal - Derma Modeling Pack (Madecassoside)

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Level up your after-sun care routine with the Mediheal Derma Modeling Pack (Madecassoside). Consider this modeling mask pack your own personalized solution for calming, pigmentation care, and hydration, as it offers easy at-home esthetics for a glowing, moisturized skin. Starring Liposome Cica and Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract as the two hero ingredients, this modeling mask calms irritated skin from prolonged sun exposure and reduces blemishes for a clear, moisturized skin.

Tip #5: Calming Treatment to Curb Sun Irritation

Calming treatment featuring healing ingredients can aid the skin's recovery process after a day of sunshine. From after sun lotions to gel creams, we are eyeing the mighty Purito SEOUL Oat-In Calming Gel Cream which has an antioxidant-boosted formula to calm your irritated, red skin.

Purito SEOUL - Oat-In Calming Gel Cream

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This refreshing gel cream is enriched with a nourishing concoction of Oat Seed Water + panthenol, the perfect powerhouse combination to calm dry, irritated skin and enhance the skin's protective barrier. Coupled with its ultra-lightweight clear texture, this soothing gel cream softly melts on the skin while improving the skin's moisture level, restoring the skin's natural glow.

Tip #6: Keep Your Friends Close, Keep Your Sunscreen Closer!

Don't forget to re-apply your sunscreen EVEN after your after-sun care routine. Your sun-kissed skin will love the creamy, white consistency of this Dr.Ceuracle Cica Regen Waterproof Sun SPF50+ PA++++.

Dr.Ceuracle - Cica Regen Waterproof Sun SPF50+ PA++++

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Once you start massaging this SPF sunscreen into your skin, it practically disappears without leaving a trace of white cast. Formulated with centella asiatica and bamboo complex, this waterproof sunscreen calms inflammation and keeps your skin hydrated and dewy without feeling greasy which is the last thing you want under the summer weather. It goes on super smooth and sinks in quickly.

Step up your after sun care routine for the summer season with the best sun-care treatment from our collection! Shop your most-favorite gel creams, SPFs and modeling masks to prep your skin for your next sunny dates ahead! Follow us on Instagrasm and Facebook to get more instant product updates and skincare tips!