Your questions on aftersun answered

What is the best aftersun?

Overall, there is a product for everybody in this round-up. For something simple, nourishing and easy to use, Bioderma is a great option as the best aftersun I tested. If you’re on a budget, Garnier’s Ambre Solaire hydrating after sun is soothing and absorbs easily. La Roche-Posay’s athelios post-UV exposure aftersun lotion contains a combination of skin calming ingredients, but with no fragrance or drying alcohols, is the best aftersun I tested for sensitive skin.

How I tested aftersun

Although I’d never get a sunburn in the name of journalism, I suffered from a burn after a day at a local lido. As a result, I could test these formulas effectively. I also used these aftersuns in place of body lotion, post-shower, during a heatwave, to test the the following criteria:

Skin-feel : I wanted aftersun that could soothe, cool and hydrate; these were some of the first skin effects I looked for.…