People with neurodermatitis should take extra care of their skin in summer. The chronic inflammation weakens the skin barrier and makes the skin more sensitive to UV rays and their harmful effects.
In this article you will learn useful tips on how and with which sunscreen you can ideally protect your neurodermatitis skin from the sun.
Contents:
1. Which sunscreen is suitable for neurodermatitis?
2. What else should I pay attention to when buying a neurodermatitis sunscreen?
3. Which sun protection factor is the right one for neurodermatitis and atopic skin?
4. Does the right sunscreen help reduce flare-ups?
Which sunscreen is suitable for neurodermatitis?
Unlike conventional chemical sun creams, mineral UV filters such as zinc oxide do not penetrate the skin. They lie on your skin like a protective shield and reflect the UV rays like a mirror. This means that the chemical effect deep in the skin cells, as with conventional sun creams, is eliminated and you are immediately protected after applying mineral sun creams. In addition, mineral sun creams have a low allergy potential due to the generally well-tolerated zinc and offer safe broad-spectrum protection. It is important that you know that zinc can have a slightly drying effect. We therefore recommend that you wash off the sun cream in the evening and then treat your skin with a moisturizing base cream.
What else should I pay attention to when buying a neurodermatitis sunscreen?
Avoid sun creams that could further irritate your neurodermatitis skin and cause skin irritation, such as products with perfume, hormone-active UV filters or preservatives such as parabens. You should also avoid ingredients with a high allergy potential, such as lanolin and calendula. It is best to look for the label "for sensitive skin" - or "sensitive". However, these terms are not protected, so even a sensitive product can sometimes contain perfume - a quick look at the ingredients list on the back of the product can help here.
Which sun protection factor is the right one for neurodermatitis and atopic skin?
The aim is to protect your skin as best as possible from UV rays. You should look for broad-spectrum protection and a high sun protection factor. We recommend our Sensitive Sun Cream SPF50 for your face and our Sensitive Sun Cream SPF30 for your body.How can I reduce flare-ups of neurodermatitis in the summer?
By taking proper and continuous care of your sensitive skin, you can strengthen your skin barrier and be less susceptible to external trigger factors. Heat and sweat can be such trigger factors. Therefore, when the sun is shining brightly, you should look for a shady spot, wear airy clothing and avoid direct sunlight. Sunscreen will help protect you from UV rays even in the shade, but you should wash it off in the evening and use your moisturizer instead.
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Take care of yourself and your skin :) If you have any questions about neurodermatitis and sun protection, you can contact us personally here at any time.
