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Top 5 After Sun Care Products for Teens

by Jessica Stevenson
for About.com

Studies have shown that just one bad sunburn in your youth can double your lifetime risk of developing skin cancer. If you are at risk, an after sun product can help mitigate the sun damage. Here, we pick our 5 favorite after sun products for teens.

1) ZIRH Cool, Soothing After Sun Cooling Gel

Soothe and moisturize sun weary skin after a day of sunbathing with this refreshing cooling gel. Formulated to help skin recover from over exposure to the sun. Instant pain relief for sunburned skin.
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2) Hawaiian Tropic Aloe After Sun Moisturizer

This aloe vera based cream is an excellent moisturizer for sunburned skin. Stop peeling before it starts with this coconut scented classic. Use after sunbathing whether there is a burn or not to lengthen the life of your tan and keep your skin soft.
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3) Green Canyon After Sun Lotion

An all natural after sun gel with plant extracts and aloe vera gel. Aloe vera is a well known anti-inflammatory that soothes and cools when applied to the skin. This gel uses aloe and other essential oils to beat the heat and cool sunburned skin.
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4) Clarins After Sun Gel Ultra Soothing

The Clarins formula includes plant extracts and other natural ingredients in a lightweight, very soothing, gel. The gel is quickly absorbed into the skin so it is not sticky. Redness is decreased and the pain of sunburn is instantly minimized. Great choice for those with sensitive skin.
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5) Clarins Shimmer After Sun Moisturizer

A moisturizing gel that helps combat the drying effects of the sun while soothing your skin. A faint shimmer makes this after sun cream as much make-up as it is skin care. Not really for guys, but great for girls. The shimmer accentuates your tan while mimimizing redness.
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