Sun and scars: how should I protect my skin?

Yes, you all already know how important it is to protect the skin when we are in the sun. But what if we are talking about scars? We explain what you need to do to protect your skin. Keep reading.

Now that the warm weather has started, with lighter, shorter clothes and long days in the sun, we have heard How do I protect my skin? many times when referring to sun and scars. For those of you with the same question, here is the answer.

What happens if I expose my scar to the sun?

Exposure of scars to the sun worsens their appearance, as dark marks may appear around them. If a scar is very recent and still pink, this means it is very vulnerable to UV exposure and can burn easily.

What happens then? This sun exposure can inflame the tissue and cause hyperpigmentation, making the surrounding skin darker. These marks can last for years or months, so protection is a very important factor.

Brown or black scar from the sun: is it bad?

If the scar has turned brown or black, it probably means you have a hyperpigmented scar. Remember that this happens when the scar is still healing and we expose it to the sun.

Because this colour can last a long time, it is advisable to see a doctor, in this case a dermatologist, for treatment such as laser, depigmenting agents or surgical review.

All these treatments require a long time to be effective and are not especially cheap.

Products to protect scars from the sun

Below, we recommend a series of products that can help protect your scars from the sun and that you can find on our website.

I sdin Fotoultra Solar Cream SPF 100+ Allergy Fusion 50 ml

This is a sunscreen that soothes and prevents redness, inflammation and wheals caused by sun allergy. For recommended use, apply the product to clean, intact skin twice a day and reapply every 2 hours while exposed to the sun.

As for duration, ideally the treatment should begin 15-30 days before sun exposure and continue throughout the exposure period.

By contrast, in the case of patients taking photosensitising medicines, apply only throughout the exposure period.

To find out more about Isdin Fotoultra Solar Cream SPF 100+ Allergy Fusion, click here.

Bioderma Cicabio Stick SPF 50+ 8 g

It helps repair damaged skin exposed to the sun, acting at each stage of the biological epidermal reconstruction process and limiting the risk of hyperpigmentation after healing (brown mark).

Simply apply Bioderma Cicabio Stick SPF 50+ to the affected area and use it until complete repair as part of your daily routine. In the event of sun exposure, reapply every two hours.

Full information about this repairing sunscreen by clicking.

La Roche Posay Cicaplast Baume B5 SPF 50+ 40 ml

This is a repairing balm with very high sun protection and soothing action that helps prevent the appearance of scar marks.

It is suitable for tattooed skin and should be applied to the affected area with a gentle massage until fully absorbed. More information about this balm by clicking.

Heliocare Ultra Cream SPF 90 50 ml Cream with SPF 90 for the care of skin exposed to solar radiation. It is indicated for sensitive, normal and dry skin that needs extra protection.

As for use, apply before sun exposure and reapply after a few hours or after prolonged bathing.

You can also find it on the website in gel texture, for those with sensitive, reactive or blemish-prone skin. Want to know more about Heliocare Ultra Cream SPF 90? Click here.