First sun: how to protect yourself

The first beautiful days have arrived with spring springand that's something we're looking forward to! After months of cold and dreary weather, we're all keen to spend more time outdoors, to take advantage of the longer days and the sunshine to fill up on vitamin D! But be careful not to overdo the sun exposure: even in spring, the skin remains vulnerable to UV radiation. Here are a few tips to make the most of the sun's benefits, while protecting your skin effectively.

"Oh, no need for sun creamit's only May...". You've probably heard this one before, or perhaps you've heard it yourself. While it's true that the pleasant temperatures have nothing to do with the intense heat of August, your skin is no less fragile when exposed to UVA-UVB rays. The reason? Your skin is no longer used to this kind of sunshine. So you need to expose your skin gradually, with appropriate sun protection, as soon as UV index index rises. In concrete terms, as soon as it reaches 5 and above - generally from May onwards in mainland France - you need to protect your skin from the sun.

The penalty for skipping the sun protection step? The sunburnSunburn is the most common form of sunburn, and it's the most common form of sunburn in the world, with redness, pain and sometimes blistering, reflecting the skin's inability to defend itself. Solar erythema, the other name for sunburnis common in the months of May and June, as spring temperatures don't necessarily encourage people to be wary of UV rays. But caution is called for, even when drinking coffee on a terrace...

Of course, unprotected skin also exposes itself to harmful damage less immediately visible, but nonetheless very real. UVA and UVB rays cause oxidative stress and premature premature aging of cells. In other words, your face and body are at risk of premature wrinkling, loss of firmness and the appearance of brown spots. When you're in the sun, your body produces melanin in response to UVA-UVB rays. When melanin is produced in excessive quantities, an hyperpigmentation can appear on the face, back, décolleté or any other area of the body exposed to unprotected sunlight. Unfortunately, this can also happen if the protection factor of your sunscreen is insufficient! Let's not forget the risk of skin cancer The number of melanomas has been rising steadily in France over the past few decades.

A few simple gestures can prepare your skin for the sun, so you can enjoy the sunny days with complete peace of mind.

• Expose yourself to the sun gradually Even if it's tempting to spend all day outside at the end of winter, limit your exposure to give your skin time to get used to it.

• Avoid exposure during the hottest hours, i.e. between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. in the afternoon.

• Protect your face with a wide-brimmed hatand wear sunglasses to protect your eyes too. What's good for kids is good for adults too :-)

• Choose shade whenever possible!

• If your skin is sensitive tosun exposureIf your skin is sensitive to exposure to the sun, to the first heatwaves or if you are prone to sun allergies such as lucite, don't hesitate to prepare it with food supplements. Based on carotenoids and vitamins, these supplements will boost your skin to help it better withstand the sun and build a gradual, long-lasting tan long-lasting tan.

• And of course, be sure to apply sunscreen every time you step outside. It's essential to apply sun care product adapted to your skin, with a sufficient protection factor depending on where you are.

Greasy sun creams, which leave a white, shiny effect on the skin and which, in the end, you don't want to use, no thank you! We've created a range of suncare products that protect your epidermis discreetly: no shine and no washboard complexion, but a high high protection factor so you can enjoy the benefits of the sun with complete peace of mind!

Sensitive skin and sun don't mix... To pamper your skin this summer and protect it perfectly against UVA and UVB rays, discover our new complete range of water-resistant SPF50+ sun care products tested in extreme Arctic conditions. For the most fragile skin types, which tend to react to the slightest aggression, we have formulated these extra-gentle sun care products, fragrance-free, paraben-free and alcohol-freewith active plant ingredients. They provide extreme protection for all skin types, even the most sensitive or intolerant, while moisturizing and soothing:

• Very High Protection SPF50+ Fragrance-free Sun Care Fluid with its light, non-greasy texture, is easy to apply to the face, leaving no white marks as it is quickly absorbed by the epidermis. This treatment boosts cell renewal while deeply moisturizing, nourishing and soothing your skin: your tan is luminous and long-lasting! Good to know: the tube is 100% recycled and recyclable to protect your skin while doing something for the environment.

• The fragrance-free Sun Stick Sensitive Areas SPF50+, with its invisible, non-greasy texture, effectively protects areas of your face prone to sunburn. Easy and convenient to apply, lips, nose wings... are easily protected thanks to this complete and precise sun protection! Its formula enriched with Shea Butter and Vegetable Oils nourishes and repairs the sensitive areas of your face. Quickly slip this sun stick into your handbag or beach bag!

• The fragrance-free Sun Milk Face and Body SPF50+ also offers extreme protection against UV rays and free radicals, while moisturizing, nourishing and soothing your skin. Its creamy, light, non-greasy texture spreads easily without leaving white marks on your skin. Like the face protection version, its tube is made from 100% recycled and recyclable plastic. This lotion is a real invitation to go on vacation: a radiant tan without damaging your skin!

After each exposure to the sun, we recommend you apply our skin care product La Cream for Face and Sensitive Areas The Genuine Lapland Creamtreatment, which will pamper and repair sun-damaged skin.