Ways to Keep Skin Healthy and Glowing After Too Much Sun

If you're spending more time outdoors this season, don't forget to layer on the sunscreen and use makeup that contains SPF 15 or higher. The scorching heat and summer sun can wreak havoc on your skin, leaving you with dry and flaky patches or painful sunburn. If you need to do some damage control after a few too many hours at the beach or pool this season, make sure you're using the right set of skincare products!

Here are a few must-have products that will keep skin healthy and glowing after too much sun:

Soothing Aloe Gel

Aloe vera is a natural ingredient that can soothe and soften dry skin. It's also very effective for soothing sunburned skin, and you can find it in many skincare products. If you're dealing with very red and inflamed skin, use an organic aloe vera skin gel or gelee that will penetrate deep into the pores quickly and leave your skin softer. The Aloe Life Whole Leaf Aloe Vera Skin Gel, $7.40, is perfect for refreshing the skin after too much sun.

After-Sun Repair Lotion

The sun's powerful rays can cause a lot of damage to the skin cells and the extent of cell damage isn't always visible. Even if you're not sunburned, it's a good idea to use an after-sun repair lotion or healing cream that will help your cells recover quickly. Use products like the Avene After-Sun Repair Lotion, $39.50, to infuse the skin with lost moisture. Compounds in this lotion help to support the skin's natural healing process.

After-Sun Moisturizer

Does your skin tend to dry out and become flaky after too much sun? You need to hydrate with a high-quality moisturizer--and also drink plenty of water! Look for after-sun moisturizers infused with aloe vera, shea butter and cocoa butter to keep your skin soft and smooth. These are also great as overnight moisturizers and some have tropical scents like pina colada, lime and coconut. Try the Hawaiian Tropic After-Sun Moisturizer line, $6.39 to $10.79 and up, for a hydrating after-sun skin fix.

Moisture-Infused Recovery Mask

If you're in the mood for splurging on beauty products this summer, pick up the Canyon Ranch 'Recovery' Intensive Moisture Mask, $95, that contains a proprietary blend of products to restore dry and lax skin. This is a great pick-me-up skincare product after too much sun, and will infuse your pores with ingredients including linoleic acid, sweet almond oil and squalene. A little goes a long way, so you can count on using this product all season long. Apply a thin layer at night after cleansing and toning, and leave on for ten to fifteen minutes before rinsing with warm water.