Lait Apres-Soleil
Soothing, Repairing After-Sun Milk
$64.00
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Application
Apply after every sun exposure
Description
Soothe and restore sun-stressed skin.
Our multi-action after sun lotion cares for overly sun-stressed skin while restoring and enhancing overall skin health. Our botanical complex, including cornflower, calendula, St. John’s Wort, and two varieties of chamomile, helps calm stressed skin, while cucumber extract and milk proteins provide long-lasting hydration to reverse the effects of dehydration due to sun exposure. Vitamin A helps regenerate skin as a rich dose of panthenol (vitamin B5), vitamin C, and tocopherol (vitamin E) deliver antioxidant defense to help guard against environmental stressors. Formulated to be gentle enough for face as well as body, our after sun cream imparts immediate comfort and hydration following a few too many minutes at the beach or poolside.
150 ml.
SKU: 26110
Ingredients
Key ingredients:
• Cucumber, limeflower, cornflower, matricaria
• St-john's-wort, vitamins A and B5
• Quintessence Yon-Ka (essential oils of lavender, geranium, rosemary, cypress and thyme)
• St-john's-wort, vitamins A and B5
• Quintessence Yon-Ka (essential oils of lavender, geranium, rosemary, cypress and thyme)
INCI List
INGREDIENTS : AQUA/WATER/EAU, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, GLYCERIN, HYDROGENATED COCONUT OIL, HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE, VITIS VINIFERA (GRAPE) SEED OIL, HYPERICUM PERFORATUM FLOWER EXTRACT, CETYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERYL STEARATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, PEG-75 STEARATE, DIMETHICONE, CUCUMIS SATIVUS (CUCUMBER) FRUIT EXTRACT, POLYACRYLAMIDE, CHLORPHENESIN, PANTHENOL, SCLEROTIUM GUM, CETETH-20, STEARETH-20, ALLANTOIN, C13-14 ISOPARAFFIN, ANTHEMIS NOBILIS FLOWER EXTRACT, CALENDULA OFFICINALIS FLOWER EXTRACT, CENTAUREA CYANUS FLOWER EXTRACT, CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA (MATRICARIA) FLOWER EXTRACT, TILIA CORDATA FLOWER EXTRACT, RETINYL PALMITATE, PARFUM/FRAGRANCE, LAURETH-7, BIOSACCHARIDE GUM-1, LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA (LAVENDER) OIL, PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS LEAF OIL, ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS (ROSEMARY) LEAF OIL, CUPRESSUS SEMPERVIRENS OIL, LECITHIN, THYMUS VULGARIS (THYME) FLOWER/LEAF OIL, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL, ASCORBYL PALMITATE, PANTOLACTONE, TOCOPHEROL, LINALOOL, LIMONENE, CITRONELLOL, GERANIOL, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, COUMARIN, D'ORIGINE NATURELLE/OF NATURAL ORIGIN
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lait Apres-Soleil suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes. Lait Apres-Soleil is formulated to calm and restore sun-stressed, sensitive skin, using a botanical complex that includes two types of chamomile, cornflower, calendula, St. John’s Wort to reduce visible discomfort. Cucumber extract and milk proteins provide long-lasting hydration while panthenol (vitamin B5) soothes and helps repair the skin barrier. The formula is gentle enough for use on the face as well as the body, which makes it appropriate for people whose skin reacts after sun exposure. People with very severe sensitivity or open wounds should avoid applying any topical product to broken skin and consult a healthcare professional; for mild to moderate post-sun reactivity, this lotion is designed to provide calming, hydrating relief.
Can I use Lait Apres-Soleil on my face after sun exposure?
Yes. Lait Apres-Soleil is expressly formulated to be gentle enough for both face and body and provides immediate comfort and hydration after sun exposure. It contains soothing botanicals such as two varieties of chamomile and cornflower, hydrating cucumber extract and milk proteins, and regenerative vitamin A plus antioxidants like vitamins C and E to help protect and support recovery. This makes it a convenient single-step option after a day in the sun for people who want to calm warmth, replenish moisture and deliver antioxidant defense. Avoid applying close to the eye area and perform a patch test if you are acne-prone or using active facial treatments; for routine facial care, it complements but does not replace your targeted daily skincare regimen.
How soon should I apply Lait Apres-Soleil after sun exposure?
Apply Lait Apres-Soleil as soon as your skin has cooled and you have rinsed away salt, chlorine or sunscreen residue. Early application helps lock in moisture from cucumber extract and milk proteins, delivers panthenol to soothe irritation and supplies antioxidant vitamins C and E to begin protecting against environmental stressors. Using the lotion promptly after towel-drying accelerates comfort and hydration for sun-stressed skin and can reduce the sensation of tightness or heat. If your skin is blistered, very hot to the touch or showing signs of severe sunburn, seek medical advice before applying topical products; for routine post-sun care, prompt application is recommended.
Will Lait Apres-Soleil rehydrate skin after sun exposure?
Yes. Lait Apres-Soleil provides long-lasting rehydration designed to reverse dehydration caused by sun exposure. The formula pairs cucumber extract and milk proteins for immediate and sustained moisturization with panthenol to help retain moisture and support the skin barrier. Additionally, its botanical complex soothes stressed tissue while vitamins C and E deliver antioxidant protection that supports skin recovery. This combination makes the lotion especially beneficial for skin that feels tight, flaky or depleted after sun exposure. Keep in mind that topical hydration complements, but does not replace, oral hydration; drinking water and avoiding further sun exposure are important for full recovery.
Is Lait Apres-Soleil safe to use on sunburned or blistered skin?
No for open blisters and severe sunburn. While Lait Apres-Soleil soothes mild redness and heat with calming botanicals and hydrating panthenol, it should not be applied to open, broken or blistered skin because topical products can increase irritation or infection risk. For mild to moderate sun irritation without open wounds, the lotion provides cooling comfort, hydration and antioxidant support. For severe burns, widespread blistering, intense pain or systemic symptoms, seek medical attention first; once skin is closed and cleared by a professional, you can use an after-sun product like this to support healing.
How is Lait Apres-Soleil different from a regular body lotion?
Lait Apres-Soleil is a specialized after-sun treatment rather than a standard daily body moisturizer. Its formulation centers on botanicals—cornflower, calendula, St. John’s Wort and chamomile—to calm sun-stressed tissue, combined with cucumber extract and milk proteins for targeted rehydration. It also incorporates regenerative vitamin A and antioxidant vitamins C and E to support recovery from environmental stressors, plus panthenol to soothe and help repair the skin barrier. Regular body lotions typically prioritize daily hydration and texture, whereas this product is designed to address the specific effects of sun exposure and provide immediate comfort following time in the sun. It is not a sunscreen and should be used after sun exposure as part of recovery care.
Can I use Lait Apres-Soleil on children or teenagers?
Use with discretion. Lait Apres-Soleil’s gentle, plant-based calming complex and hydrating ingredients make it appropriate for older children and teenagers who have mild sun irritation, provided there is no broken skin or severe burn. The combination of soothing botanicals, cucumber extract, and panthenol can help reduce discomfort and restore moisture after sun exposure. For infants, very young children or anyone with sensitive pediatric skin, consult a pediatrician before applying any after-sun product. Always perform a small patch test on a non-sensitive area when using a new product on a child and avoid use on open wounds or blisters.
How long does the soothing effect of Lait Apres-Soleil last?
The lotion provides immediate comfort upon application and can maintain hydration and a soothing sensation for several hours. This sustained effect comes from hydrating agents like cucumber extract and milk proteins that replenish moisture, and panthenol which helps retain that moisture while supporting the skin barrier. Antioxidants such as vitamins C and E contribute to ongoing protection against environmental stressors, supporting the skin's recovery process over time. Individual duration varies with factors like skin condition, level of sun exposure and activities such as swimming or showering; reapply after towel-drying, extended sun exposure or as needed for continued comfort.
Can I use Lait Apres-Soleil together with other Yon-Ka products like sunscreen or serums?
Yes. Lait Apres-Soleil is designed to integrate with other Yon-Ka products when used in the correct sequence. For post-sun recovery, cleanse and cool the skin first, then apply Lait Apres-Soleil to soothe and hydrate. If you plan to go back into the sun, use your Yon-Ka sunscreen as directed; sunscreens are applied before sun exposure and should be reapplied as instructed. If using serums, apply lightweight serums first and follow with Lait Apres-Soleil as a hydrating step if the serum is compatible. Avoid combining it immediately with strong exfoliating treatments on sun-exposed skin, and perform patch tests when layering with active treatments.
What are the key active ingredients in Lait Apres-Soleil and what do they do?
The key actives include cornflower, calendula, St. John’s Wort and two varieties of chamomile to calm and reduce visible signs of irritation; cucumber extract and milk proteins for immediate and lasting hydration; vitamin A to support skin cell regeneration; panthenol (vitamin B5) to soothe and help restore the skin barrier; and vitamins C and E (tocopherol) to provide antioxidant defense against environmental stressors. Together these ingredients target the triad of post-sun needs: calming, rehydration and antioxidant support. This blend makes the lotion particularly suited to sun-stressed, dehydrated skin seeking gentle recovery rather than as a replacement for sunscreen or medical burn treatments.
