6 tips: prepare for a holiday in the sun

Are you currently lying on the beach reading this blog or is your holiday booked? Then it's important to know how to protect yourself from the sun while on holiday. Everyone knows how dangerous the sun can be for your skin and hair, but finding the right products is not always easy. In this blog, you will read six tips on how to prepare yourself for the sun and which products to order for the ultimate sun protection.

1. Order the right sunscreen

As everyone knows, sunscreen is a must when you go on holiday. If all goes well, you apply it several times a day when you are on holiday, yet we often hear that people still get sunburn. This could be due to the product or the way you apply it. Of course, there are several brands that sell sunscreen, from A-brand to their own private label, and it can often cost a bit.

Luckily, you've come to us! At A&F Cosmetics, we also have a number of sunscreens in our range, but at an affordable price. For instance, we have the Skin Doctor Face & Body Sunblock SPF50 for anyone who does not want to apply it too often, but wants to be well protected. Want to revitalize your skin right away? Then choose the DR Rashel Anti-Aging & Moisture Sun Spray that not only protects against UV radiation, but also keeps your skin young.

2. Cool and moisturise your skin

Not only during, but also after you've been in the sun, don't forget about your skin. Cooling and moisturizing your skin is essential to prevent skin damage. Fortunately, this is quite easy to do. Many people recommend aftersun and this obviously works super, but there are other ways to do this in the form of body lotions and body milk.

Because just like you need to drink a lot, your skin also needs a lot of hydration. When you notice that your skin feels dry and warm, we recommend using the Fair & White Cream-Milk Extreme Hydration. You can also opt for a body lotion with extra vitamins and minerals. Prefer to use a lotion? Then we would choose the Cetaphil Moisturising Lotion.

3. Take a break between tanning

One of the simplest recommendations to protect yourself from the sun is to take plenty of breaks. Being in the sun for hours at a stretch is not the most ideal for your skin. That's why it's important to take plenty of breaks. Go back to your cottage, flat, hotel or caravan and enjoy the peace and quiet. A perfect way to unwind from the sun is with a lovely face mask.

Easily order some face masks and take them with you on holiday. That way, while enjoying a drink and a book, you can enjoy some time out of the sun. All while vitalising and hydrating your face. Choose the Makari Caviar Hydrating Face Mask and enjoy!

4. Use a moisturising shampoo and conditioner

Your skin is not the only thing affected by the sun. Your hair also needs to be protected from the sun's UV rays, but how? With the right shampoo and conditioner, of course! At A&F Cosmetics, you can choose from a wide range of moisturizing shampoos and conditioners for different hair types. You have come to the right place if you want to order protective shampoo and conditioner.

After a whole day in the sun your hair, just like your skin, naturally gets bone-dry and it is important to give your hair extra hydration. So choose a moisturizing and nourishing shampoo and conditioner and enjoy the sun every day, worry-free! Quickly order African Pride's hydrating shampoo and ApHogee's hydrating conditioner and go on holiday prepared!

5. Get clean skin and maintain your tan

Of course, you want to come home with a nice tan. Sunbathing on holiday can of course give you a nice tan, but the beach, the sea or a swimming pool also puts a lot of dirt on your skin. Especially if you have applied sunscreen properly, because everything will stick. To get your skin ready for another day in the sun and to keep your tan well beyond your holiday, it is important to clean your skin every evening or morning.

In a previous blog, we gave tips on how to stay tanned longer after sunbathing and the product that helps with this is: body scrub. By exfoliating your skin daily while on holiday, you not only make sure your skin is ready for another day in the sun, but you also stay tanned longer. The product that should definitely be in your suitcase is the Fair & White Brightening Scrub With Argan.

6. Prevent burnt lips

Perhaps this tip is the most important because few people dwell on the risks of the sun on your lips. Your lips are always visible when you sunbathe and your lips can also get sunburned. Therefore, it is always wise to take a greasy and moisturising lip balm with you on holiday, because dry and chapped lips don't make anyone happy.

Fortunately, we have several lip balms from the well-known brand Vaseline. These lip balms are small in size and perfect to carry in your pocket or bag. That way, you can be sure you always have lip balm with you, for when you need it. Some popular flavours include Vaseline Lip Therapy Cocoa and Vaseline Lip Therapy Rosy.

Always go on holiday prepared thanks to A&F Cosmetics

We hope you got some use out of our tips and can start enjoying your holidays without worries. If, after reading this blog, you still have questions about any of our products or want more information, please contact us!

Wondering what else we have in our range for your holidays or for daily use at home? Then take a look at our skin care products, hair care products, make-up and accessories.