Apply sunscreen at least 15 minutes before you go out, to let it sink into your skin. A pea-sized dollop for your face; a shot glass full for your body.
Use a sunscreen, like Elave Sun SPF30, which is kind to delicate skin and will help you get a glow, not a rash!
Oily sunscreens can trigger sensitive skin or block pores – look for one which is non-comedogenic (non-oily)
Avoid the ‘ghost’ look with sunscreen containing invisible zinc. Zinc is known for its healing, rejuvenating and anti-inflammatory properties
There is no such thing as a ‘waterproof’ sunscreen – but do look for one that is ‘water resistant’
SPF makeup and SPF face misters do not offer adequate protection against sun damage. You must also use a sunscreen
Aftersun moisturisers like Elave Aftersuncontain soothing botanicals and antioxidant vitamins B, C and E to protect against damage by free radicals
Blue light from your laptop or mobile phone can also cause photoaging, so sunscreen in front of the screen is also essential
Some more reading material on all your skincare needs..
There is no such thing as a safe tan. Tanned skin is damaged skin, pure and simple. Melanin is the brown pigment that causes tanning and is the body's way of protecting skin from burning. UV damage causes premature ageing, wrinkles and cancer, particularly in very fair, freckled or delicate Type 1 and Type 2 skin.
Gardiner Family Apothecary believes in clean, natural skincare which uses only the purest, gentlest ingredients. The Elave and Ovelle skincare ranges are bursting with therapeutic goodies to help you achieve and maintain clear, healthy skin. Just look on the packet, or click the handy symbols on our online shop, to find out more about our natural, vegan and organic ingredients.
