After Sun Care: Our Fave 6 Products to Have On Hand for Summer Skin

The sun-drenched months of summer are full of warmer weather, adventure, and travel. That often comes with much more time outside – exposed to the elements. 

During one of the most delightful (yet hottest + highest UV) seasons, it’s essential to be mindful. We encourage a daily dose of sun time to soak up its medicinal benefits (which we talk about all the time!). But we also know how important it is to respect the sun and implement natural practices to protect yourself from overexposure or sun damage. 

Sometimes you’re basking and suddenly realize more time has passed than you thought. If you’re sunshine-obsessed like us, we get it! But too much sun exposure can cause unwanted side effects like: 

• Burns
• Discoloration
• Premature aging
• Dehydrated skin

So, how can you care for your skin this summer? 

To keep your skin in tip-top shape, we teamed up with our holistic esthetician to crown the six best Primally Pure products for after sun care.

So whether you need extreme sunburn care or want to replenish your skin after a long day in the sun, we’ve got you covered. From head to toe. ;)

Product #1 for After Sun Care: Body Oil

Level up your summer skin ritual to protect yourself from dryness and dehydration with our non-toxic body oils. Maintain moisturized, silky, smooth skin throughout the summer.

After a long day in the sun or right after showering, massage this lightweight, no-mess formula to slightly damp skin. Our blend of nourishing organic carrier oils absorbs easily for immediate hydration. This body oil leaves your skin silky, soft, and radiant without oily residue. 

• WHAT’S IN IT: Our Body Oil is full of nutrient-dense oils + supportive vitamins and minerals straight from nature with oils like:

• AROMA BLENDS + BENEFITS: This form of after sun care comes in a variety of indulgent and beneficial aromas to choose from:

→ Jasmine – boasts a sweet, romantic aroma that also helps improve mood. Topically, it’s rich in vitamin E and potent anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties. This makes it perfect for sun-drenched skin.¹

→ Blue tansy – provides a unique floral scent and powerful anti-inflammatory compounds. It contains high levels of chamazulene, a compound proven for its healing properties that minimize reactivity in your skin. (Think wound + burn-healing, emollient, and anti-histamine properties.)^2,3

→ Lemongrass – smells like summer in a bottle with a bright, uplifting scent. (Ahh, what more do you need?) It contains antioxidant + anti-inflammatory properties too. Lemongrass delivers essential vitamins and minerals for skin health, like vitamins A, C, and E.^4,5

• HOW TO USE AS AFTER SUN CARE: Apply whenever your skin needs a moisture boost or make it part of your daily routine post shower or bath. This will help support supple and hydrated skin. 

Using body oil for after sun care, whether routinely or as needed, provides vitamin-rich moisture your skin longs for. High humidity and blazing temps don't stand a chance. 

Product #2 for After Sun Care: Everything Spray 

If you know us, you know we love an excuse to talk about our Everything Spray. ;) This product is extremely supportive for calming inflammation and regenerating skin.

• WHAT’S IN IT: Our Everything Spray easily doubles as after sun care because it contains many popular ingredients for soothing sunburn.

→ Aloe vera juice – if you’ve ever gotten burned, you’ve likely slathered on some form of synthetic green aloe gel at some point (nostalgic, right?). Pure aloe vera juice is naturally healing for sunburns + has a cooling effect that feels amazing on inflamed skin.⁶ It’s been used in ancient cultures for healing skin conditions. It’s deeply moisturizing and may help prevent peeling/flaking skin when used as an after sun care product.⁷ 

→ Organic raw apple cider vinegar – excellent for after sun skin care, including sunburns! ACV balances pH, contains enzymes that support healing, and is antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral. 

→ Magnesium oil – magnesium is responsible for over 300 essential reactions within your body. It’s a great after sun care product because it’s easily absorbed topically and supports healing from within. It can improve skin barrier function, boost hydration, and reduce inflammation.⁸

→ Tea tree + lavender essential oils – known to be beneficial for after sun skin care, especially for sunburns or inflamed skin. This duo boosts the formula’s efficacy even more.

• HOW TO USE AS AFTER SUN CARE: Spray directly onto the skin after time in the sun to replenish and balance. Pair with a body oil for better absorption. You can also use it as an after sun care treatment specifically for burned or inflamed skin.

Our Everything Spray is known as our most-loved multipurpose product, so it’s no surprise that it also packs a punch as after sun care too!

Product #3 for After Sun Care: Plumping Serum 

Excessive exposure to the sun can dry your skin, whether you burn or not. So restoring moisture with your after sun care routine is essential. That’s where our plumping serum comes in.

• WHAT’S IN IT: A blend of hand-picked ingredients that support deep hydration for a noticeably supple and youthful complexion. Packed with beneficial antioxidants and nourishing vitamins from ingredients like:

→ Castor oil – this oil is rich in fatty acids and has an impressive list of benefits, inside and out. It visibly plumps skin and promotes collagen production. In short, it provides restorative moisture after time in the sun. 

→ Bakuchiol – is known as nature’s retinol. This natural botanical speeds up cell turnover, improves skin texture, and reduces photodamage – without any side effects or increasing skin’s sensitivity to the sun.

→ Prickly pear seed oil – derived from a hardy, resilient, desert-dwelling plant, this oil offers your skin potent protection from elemental exposures. ;) As one of the highest plant sources of vitamins E + C, it’s highly reparative – even to reverse sun damage. It also brightens skin tone, while supporting collagen production and hydration levels. 

→ Astaxanthin – a highly potent antioxidant, 6,000x more powerful than vitamin C and 800x more than CoQ10. It fights free radicals from excess sun exposure, improves hyperpigmentation, plumps, and aids in healing damaged skin.⁹ It can even provide protection from sunburns and skin cancers.¹⁰ While it can’t replace sunscreen, it’s a great way to naturally upgrade your skin's defenses when you’re bathing in vitamin D. ;)

• HOW TO USE AS AFTER SUN CARE: Apply as lightweight moisture and a boost of protection from UV rays. Or use as a reparative serum after excessive sun exposure. 

Our Plumping Serum effectively stimulates cell renewal and works to restore skin texture and tone. It’s chock-full of reparative, gentle, and deeply hydrating ingredients. That's why it's a perfect choice for after sun care.

Product #4 for After Sun Care: Facial Mists

Our non-toxic facial mists are great to have on hand for after sun care. Facial mists can target various concerns as an after sun care. From healing sun damage and discoloration to rejuvenating after overheating. 

• WHAT’S IN IT: Each facial mist is crafted with plant hydrosols and water-locking ingredients (like aloe vera juice or rose hydrosol). They also contain nourishing botanicals to replenish your skin – even during the most intense summer days.

• TARGETED BLENDS + BENEFITS: Any of our facial mists could work as after sun care. But, you may prefer one based on your skin type or specific concerns. 

→ Soothing – contains blue tansy and lavender, which can provide incredible sunburn relief + soothe inflammation. It also targets other sensitivities or discolorations that may be emphasized after time in the sun. 

→ Plumping – this formula uses hydrating botanicals that support plump skin on a cellular level. It focuses on skin regeneration + a dewy complexion. Potent antioxidants fight free radicals. Rose hydrosol and peppermint boost circulation and glow.

→ Clarifying – this is for more than just acne or problematic skin. It also contains elements like neroli and bergamot that help heal discoloration (like hyperpigmentation) that can result from sun damage. 

• HOW TO USE AS AFTER SUN CARE: It’s super refreshing as sunburn relief or just a cool down + quick hydration boost throughout hot summer days. Keep your facial mist in the fridge with your ridged facial roller for extra cooling benefits. For best after sun care, pair it with an oil-based moisturizer. Spray before and after to absorb even more benefits from both. (Oil and water work best together!)

We love these facial mists for the immediate sensation of a cool mist + deeply hydrating and rejuvenating ingredients. What more could you ask for when it comes to after sun care?

Product #5 for After Sun Care: Baby Balm

One of the best solutions for after sun care for little ones (and our founder’s go-to)? Our multipurpose Baby Balm. Keep this luxurious balm on hand and ready at a moment’s notice to soothe or heal skin. 

• WHAT’S IN IT: This velvety smooth balm is brimming with nutrients, moisture, and reparative ingredients like:

→ Grass-fed + finished tallow – a nutrient-dense ingredient full of restorative fatty acids and because it’s animal-based, it’s highly bioavailable. This means it absorbs easily to work with your biology for effective + quick relief.

→ Pure, ethically sourced emu oil – used in ancient cultures for healing skin ailments, this bioavailable oil is remarkably similar to your skin’s oils. This allows it to penetrate beneath the surface for a bigger impact. 

→ Organic olive oil – lovingly infused with calendula flower and marshmallow root, this oil provides non-irritating nourishment. It smoothes rough skin and helps soothe inflammation and redness at the source.

• HOW TO USE AS AFTER SUN CARE: Use it throughout the day to soothe and moisturize sunburns. Or apply it before bed as an overnight sunburn treatment. Perfect for you and your little one.

Full of super gentle + nourishing ingredients, our Baby Balm is perfect for skin that’s had a little too much love from the sun.

*Tip: Try our Everything Balm – a similar foundational formula bolstered with the medicinal benefits of lavender and tea tree essential oils.

Product #6 for After Sun Care: Antioxidant Balm

Truthfully, our Antioxidant Balm is the star of the show for after sun care products we can’t live without. As the name suggests, this balm is packed with powerful antioxidants that repair your skin on a cellular level. (Yes, please!)

• WHAT’S IN IT: This balm is rich in vitamins A, C, and E, which provide deeply rejuvenating skin benefits. It helps protect against free radicals. It can even reverse premature aging caused by excessive sun exposure, with ingredients like: 

→ Grass-fed + finished tallow – a pure, nutrient-dense, and highly bioavailable ingredient. It’s full of fatty acids like oleic acid and palmitic acid, plus healthy fats like conjugated linoleic acid. This helps inflamed skin absorb the healing benefits quickly for a calming effect.

→ Cacay nut oil –  this skin superfood contains high concentrations of vitamins E and A. It can help decrease sun damage, scarring, signs of premature aging, as well acne. It even boosts the effectiveness of other antioxidants, making it a welcome addition to this potent formula.

→ Astaxanthin – one of the strongest antioxidants for fighting free radicals from excess sun exposure. It can help reduce discoloration and other signs of sun-damaged skin.⁹ It also protects against UV rays.

→ Hibiscus oil – brightens + tightens complexion. It also contains AHA, which helps repair pigmentation, boost collagen + elastin, and promote cell turnover. 

• HOW TO USE AS AFTER SUN CARE: A multipurpose product that can be used as a daily non-toxic moisturizer in the summer AM to protect and nourish. Use it in the PM to repair and balance. Or try it as a targeted rejuvenation treatment (aka sunburn treatment overnight).

You’ll be glad you picked up this highly anti-inflammatory and reparative balm. Your skin will find rejuvenation no matter how you decide to use your antioxidant balm for after sun care. 

Embrace Sunny Days + Warmer Temps Without Sacrificing Your Skin

Whether you overdid it with sun exposure or want to proactively protect + hydrate your skin, these products are your must-have items for a healthy complexion. Even in the heat of summer. 

With plans for more adventurous days in the sun, keep these products on hand. They’re your quick solution for natural after sun care, at home or on the road. 

Bask in the summer-drenched days full of rays (responsibly!) with the perfect toolkit at your disposal. Taking care of your summer skin helps you transition seamlessly into fall with healthy, radiant skin.

XO

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1. Healthline | Everything You Need to Know about Jasmine Essential Oil 
2. Science Direct | Helichrysum Italicum 
3. The Derm Review | Blue Tansy: The Blue Essential Oil That Has Everyone’s Attention
4. Healthline | Why Using Lemongrass Essential Oil Benefits You
5. Dr. Axe | Lemongrass Essential Oil Uses & Benefits for Skin, Hair & Even the House!
6. National Library of Medicine | The Efficacy of Aloe Vera Used for Burn Wound Healing: A Systematic Review
7. Healthline | Why Aloe Vera for Sunburn May Be Just What You Need
8. National Library of Medicine | Bathing in a Magnesium-Rich Dead Sea Salt Solution Improves Skin Barrier Function, Enhances Skin Hydration, and Reduces Inflammation in Atopic Dry Skin
9. OstroVit | Astaxanthin - An Antioxidant 6000 Times More Powerful Than Vitamin C
10. National Library of Medicine | Multiple Mechanisms of Anti-Cancer Effects Exerted by Astaxanthin

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