A tan is the dark color that the skin takes on when we expose ourselves to the sun's rays . It has a protective function; in fact, to defend itself from the sun, the skin increases the production of melanin .
Melanin is a set of natural pigments produced by melanocytes, cells found in the deepest layer of the epidermis.
Tanning gives your skin a beautiful golden glow and brings well-being to the body, thanks to its positive effects on the body and mind: it stimulates the production of vitamin D , which is essential for maintaining bones, improves mood, reduces stress , and promotes a sleep-wake balance.
However, there may be risks associated with the damage caused by ultraviolet rays, which are electromagnetic radiation emitted by the sun and, depending on their wavelength, are divided into UVA and UVB rays , so it is essential to tan safely.
How to get tanned and protected skin? Here are some tips to follow!
- Drink plenty of water to help hydrate your skin and improve its appearance.
- Respect your skin phototype and expose yourself gradually to the sun's rays with the right precautions.
- Monitor the times of skin exposure to the sun's rays.
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Avoid exposure during the hottest hours and protect your eyes with sunglasses.
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Use adequate skin protection, starting with sunscreen products, which must have an appropriate filter against UV rays and their harmful effects.
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Protect your hair , which, unlike your skin, does not produce melanin and is unable to defend itself from the stress of prolonged exposure to the sun .
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Apply after-sun lotion in the evening, after showering. This step is often overlooked but is essential as the final step after every sun exposure.
Solari Sense
Sunscreens are essential in the warmer months and it is essential to choose the cream based on your skin phototype.
The Sense sunscreen line contains several specific formulations, providing a wide choice of sun protection and after-sun creams .
Sense Protection Cream
Sense sunscreen creams have a formula rich in vitamins, plant-based essential oils, preservatives, pH balancers, and selective sun filters.
The cream's maximum absorption is localized in the UVB range, preventing its harmful action, while absorption in the UVA range is less intense to allow the rays that stimulate the production of melanin pigments to pass through.
The compound filters the beneficial sun rays, repels the harmful ones and restores to the skin the substances that can inevitably be lost to the sun and wind.
Sense sunscreen is ideal for all skin types. Available in both SPF 15/20 and SPF 35/50, for a fast, intense, long-lasting, and safe tan. Reapply every 3-4 hours to keep your skin protected.
Sense After Sun Cream
To complete the sun exposure session, After Sun after-sun plays a fundamental role in the appearance and care of the skin, to be applied after the shower.
Furthermore, it helps restore the hydrolipidic film, preventing peeling and at the same time giving firmness to the skin by counteracting dehydration.
After Sun by Sense is suitable for all skin types, even children's, and restores normality to stressed or irritated skin thanks to the rich presence of extracts such as: Calendula, Mallow, St. John's Wort and Aloe vera.
Apply after showering, massaging gently to aid absorption.
Sense Solari Kids
For children , Sense has developed a line of dedicated products, Kids Protection Cream and After Sun Kids , to keep the skin protected for those who frequently enter and exit the water.
A hydrating , protective and at the same time soothing function thanks to the presence of zinc oxide which allows for high protection even in the most delicate areas.
Furthermore, summer is the most damaging season for our hair : the sun's rays and the saltiness of sea water dry out the hair and make it brittle. These external aggressors can therefore damage it, losing shine, color, and softness.
To avoid all this, Sense has developed a series of specific products to protect the hair:
- Sun Spray , a spray containing over 25 types of minerals and trace elements , to be applied during sun exposure to keep hair protected and hydrated.
- After Sun Conditioner , a cream rich in collagen proteins and natural fats, specifically designed to repair the damage caused to hair by long exposure to the sun, or chlorine and salt water.
- After Sun Shampoo , thanks to its formula rich in natural substances , performs a dual action : it keeps the skin's protective lipid layer intact and oxygenates and cleanses the skin in a controlled way.
Discover the ideal Sense products for the care of your body and hair