DIY After Sun Soothing Spray
After a fun day under the sun, your skin deserves some love and care. Sun exposure, while enjoyable, can often leave your skin dehydrated, red, and irritated. An after-sun soothing spray provides instant relief, restores the lost moisture, and calms sun-stressed skin. The best part? You can make one at home using high-quality ingredients from ASES.
This guide will walk you through the process of crafting your own soothing spray with a simple and effective recipe. Perfect for beginners, it’s a gentle and natural way to pamper your skin post-sun exposure.
Why Use an After Sun Spray?
Sun exposure can create havoc on your skin, leading to dryness, sunburns, and even long-term skin damage. This after-sun spray helps in three key ways:
- Hydration: It replenishes lost moisture to keep your skin soft and supple.
- Cooling & Calming: The ingredients soothe redness and reduce the sensation of heat on the skin.
- Healing: Infused with aloe vera and other beneficial extracts, it promotes skin recovery.
DIY After Sun Spray Recipe
This recipe makes about 100ml of soothing spray. You can adjust the quantities to make a larger batch.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
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Chamomile Hydrosol - 70ml
Known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, chamomile hydrosol is perfect for calming irritated skin. -
Aloe Vera Gel - 20ml
A natural moisturizer that hydrates, cools, and repairs skin damaged by the sun. -
Vegetable Glycerine - 5g
Acts as a humectant to retain moisture and keep your skin hydrated. -
Peppermint Essential Oil - 5 drops
Adds a refreshing cooling sensation while imparting a light fragrance. -
Preservative Eco - 1g
Helps extend the shelf life of your spray by preventing microbial growth.
Equipment Needed
- 100ml Spray Bottle (preferably dark-tinted to protect the content from direct sunlight)
- A small funnel
- Mixing bowl and spoon
- Digital scale
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Base
- Measure 70ml of Chamomile Hydrosol and pour it into your mixing bowl.
- Add 20ml of Aloe Vera Gel to the hydrosol, stirring gently until the two ingredients are well blended.
Step 2: Add the Humectant
- Add 5g of Vegetable Glycerine to the mixture. Stir thoroughly to ensure it disperses evenly. Glycerine aids in locking in moisture, leaving your skin hydrated.
Step 3: Add Essential Oil
- Add 5 drops of Peppermint Essential Oil for a cooling sensation.
- Stir gently so the fragrance diffuses evenly throughout the base.
Step 4: Preserve the Spray
- Weigh 1g of Preservative Eco, then carefully add it to the mixture. Stir well to combine. The preservative ensures your spray remains fresh and safe to use for longer periods.
Step 5: Bottle the Spray
- Using a small funnel, pour the mixture into the spray bottle. Ensure the bottle is clean and sterilized before transferring the liquid.
- Secure the spray nozzle and shake the bottle gently to blend everything one last time.
Step 6: Label and Store
- Label your bottle with the name, date, and ingredients for reference.
- Store the spray in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Refrigeration adds an extra layer of cooling effect during application.
How to Use Your After Sun Spray
- Refresh & Rehydrate: Spray directly onto clean skin after sun exposure, focusing on sunburnt or irritated areas.
- Cooling Relief: For an intense cooling effect, leave your spray in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before use.
- Hydration Booster: Use the spray as a midday refresher to hydrate your face and body during hot weather.
Additional Tips for Best Results
- Always patch-test the spray on a small area to rule out any potential allergic reactions.
- Avoid spraying directly on broken skin or open wounds.
- Pair your after-sun spray with sunscreen during the day to protect your skin from further UV damage.
Why Go DIY with ASES?
Creating your own after-sun soothing spray allows you to take control over what goes on your skin. With ASES, you have access to premium-quality ingredients that are safe, effective, and eco-friendly. Not only will your DIY endeavors save money, but they also reduce waste by allowing you to reuse containers.