The Best Sun Creams To Use For Mature Skin

Too much sun can irreversibly damage your skin. Check out our list of great sun protection products that will keep your skin healthy and looking at its best.

The Best Sun Creams To Use For Mature Skin
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We all know that too much sun is harmful for our skin. Over-exposure can cause sunburn, premature ageing and even skin cancer. However, despite these well-publicised dangers, it seems that over 50s in the UK are ignoring the safety warnings. Make sure you are protected on your next holiday by regularly applying a sunscreen with a high SPF. We’ve put together some suggestions that are particularly suitable for mature skin. Moisture rich As we get older, our skin tends to get dryer. This is due to a number of factors, including fewer natural oils and a decrease in hormones. Exposure to the sun can dry out your skin even further, so if you suffer from dry skin, protect yourself with a moisturising sunscreen. Nivea Sun Protect & Moisturise Moisturising Sun Lotion in SPF30 is a great choice; it’s designed for delicate skin, with Vitamin E to fight free radicals and premature ageing, and it is not expensive either. Illuminating Due to a slowdown in cell turnover as we age, mature skin can look dull. Maintain a youthful glow and protect your skin at the same time with an illuminating sun cream. Hawaiian Tropic Sheer Touch Ultra Radiance Lotion Sunscreen’s conditioning and non-greasy formula has a hint of a sheen to leave your skin smooth, soft and with a subtle glow. Available in SPF 15, 30 and 50, it also has the added benefit of being water resistant. Anti-aging It’s well known that over-exposure to the sun causes skin damage and premature ageing. You can’t turn back the clock but you can minimise the visible signs of ageing and limit further damage with a special anti-ageing product. StriVectin Advanced Retinol Day Treatment with SPF 30 may be on the pricey side but its retinol-based formula helps to regenerate cells and is clinically proven to plump the skin, even skin tone and reduce wrinkles. For a more purse-friendly option, try Clarins Sun Wrinkle Control Cream for Face High Protection UVB30. Multi-tasking If you prefer not to leave the hotel room without first applying some make-up, you may want to look at cosmetic products that also offer protection from the sun. In the heat, BB creams are a better option than heavy foundations, and Kiehl’s BB Cream has one of the highest SPFs of any beauty product (SPF 50). It blurs fine lines and evens skin tone, and it also contains vitamin C, which is great for your skin. Post-beach As well as protecting your skin while you’re in the sun, don’t forget to look after your skin when you return from the beach, especially if you’ve overdone it! After sun lotions are key to minimising any damage to your skin and are great for taking the sting out of sunburn. A good after sun cream such as Clinique After Sun With Aloe will cool you down, and the anti-inflammatory properties found in aloe vera will soothe and repair damaged skin. Alternatively, a rich moisturising body cream product such as Palmers Cocoa Butter Formula will re-hydrate your skin and help prolong your tan. As well as using a suitable sun cream, there are other holiday skincare tips that you should follow to ensure your skin is protected. These include staying out of the sun between 11am and 3pm, applying your sunscreen 30 minutes before going outside, and drinking plenty of water. By being sensible and treating your skin with care and attention, you can return from your holiday looking and feeling great.

Roxanne Seabourne is the Marketing Executive for Avanti Travelcare, who specialise in travel insurance for those with pre-existing medical conditions, and are one of very few that have no upper age limit on their policies.

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