The sunburn is an inflammation of skin caused by excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays of the sun.
Radiation penetrates the skin and causes damage to skin cells.
Symptoms of the burn from the sun include redness, pain, itching, inflammation, and blisters. However, there are some tips you can follow to relieve the unpleasant symptoms.
Take a shower with lukewarm water
The first step to dealing with sunburn is to take a shower with lukewarm water (but not cold) to limit the burning sensation and relieve inflammation.
Drink plenty of water
Solar burns dehydrates your skin, so adequate water consumption is essential for the relief and regeneration of the skin.
Avoid the sun
If you have suffered sunburn, it is important to avoid exposure in the sun for a few days, as mild symptoms are expected to retreat within a week.
Do not break the blisters
If you have blisters, it is good not to break them, as this can cause infection and delay the healing process.
Use moisturizing creams
Apply moisturizing creams, without fragrance, or lotions containing ingredients such as aloe in the areas in question, in order to reduce the feeling of dryness and help your skin regain its lost glow. In this way, you will reduce redness and moisturize your skin.
However, the best way to avoid the consequences of sunburn is prevention.
Put sunscreen
The most effective measure to prevent sunburn is sunscreen. Choose a sunscreen with a high protection index (at least SPF 30), refreshing each hour, or immediately after swimming or sweating.
Avoid exposure to the sun in peak hours
Do not go out to the rush hours at all (11: 00–15: 00), on the contrary, make sure you stay in more shady places. At the same time, it is important to remember that the rays of the sun can be reflected by the sand and water, causing sunburn, even if you are under a shady place.
Wear sunglasses and hat
Make sure you wear light and light -colored clothes, as well as sunglasses, as well as a large hat to protect your face and neck.