Can my face recover from sun damage?

“Always shut the blinds on a plane – the higher UVA energy level could increase the risk of skin damage and premature ageing,” says Linda Blahr, SkinCeuticals

You may not see sun damage instantly but as we age, brown patches of discoloration can develop. UV radiation changes the DNA of skin cells, causing this pigmentation, as well as lines and wrinkles. “Sunscreens will stop the process of additional damage and start to reverse, to some extent, what you’ve already accumulated,” says

Abi. If you do burn, hydrate the skin urgently. “Look for products that contain superoxide dismutase,” says Abi. I use Ultrasun Aftersun, £19, which activates the skin’s biological repair system, as well as feeling calming and soothing.