Contents
Sunburn of the face: what to do? Video
A beautiful, even tan is a dream of vacationers on the beach. However, the most impatient, instead of acquiring a chocolate skin tone, risk burning out in the first hours. The face and other exposed areas of the body are especially susceptible to sunburn.
Excessive action of ultraviolet rays on the skin, which exceeds its natural protective ability in the form of sunburn, leads to sunburn. In addition, prolonged exposure to the sun contributes to early aging and aging of the skin, the appearance of wrinkles and age spots, the development of melanoma and other types of skin cancer. Burns are always easier to prevent than to deal with peeling skin and other consequences. But to treat sunburn, as well as thermal, it is necessary already with full armor, with the use of the entire arsenal of restorative measures.
When we are in danger of burns
Sunburns lie in wait for a person going to the beach, fishing, in the mountains, or just for a walk on a sunny day.
People with light sensitive skin can get sunburn even on a cloudy day as UV radiation penetrates through the clouds
Therefore, when going to a resort or on any other sunbathing trip, you must remember about the means of protection from the aggressive effects of the sun.
Sunburns: can you protect yourself from them and how?
Special creams and gels protect the skin from burns, and if the former are more suitable for dry skin types, then the latter are for oily skin types. Apply sunscreen 20-30 minutes before going outside to give it time to soak in and start working. Repeat the procedure upon arrival at the beach. Protective products are washed off with water and washed off by touch, therefore, it is necessary to renew the layer of cream or gel every time after bathing and under other conditions at least once every two hours.
Try not to go out in the sun from 10 to 16 hours, that is, during the period of its greatest activity
At this time, you are especially at risk of getting burned. It is necessary to protect not only the skin of the body, but also the face, and it is what it needs most of all, since it is usually not covered with clothing. You can protect your sensitive skin from the sun as much as possible with a wide-brimmed summer hat.
What are the symptoms of sunburn
If you have fair skin, you can get sunburn in as little as 15-30 minutes by being in the sun without the necessary protection. The first symptoms of a burn usually appear after 2-6 hours.
These include:
- reddened skin that is hot to the touch
- painful sensations in burnt places, slight swelling is possible
- general temperature rise
- chills
Longer exposure to sunlight can cause second-degree burns, when fluid-filled blisters form on the skin. More severe sunburns are extremely rare.
If a sunburn was nevertheless received, you must first of all stop the effect of the damaging factor as soon as possible – hide in the shade. Further exposure to ultraviolet rays will only aggravate the consequences. For minor burns, you can soothe the pain by taking a cool shower or bath.
How to reduce burn pain and speed up skin recovery
To reduce pain and inflammation in sunburn, there are special products that can be purchased at the pharmacy. So, “Panthenol” helps to restore the skin well. From natural remedies, kefir and sour cream, as well as cabbage, carrots and potatoes, are suitable. Apply cabbage leaves to inflamed areas, or, if the burn covers a large surface, chop the cabbage to a gruel state and apply to the skin. Carrots and potatoes are used in a similar way, for this you must first grate them or chop them in a blender.
It is not recommended to treat the affected areas with oil, lard, petroleum jelly, alcohol and other ointments not intended for the treatment of burns
Their use can worsen the condition and lead to skin infection through the active multiplication of bacteria on it.
During the recovery period, regularly moisturize the skin to speed up its healing. Until the burns have healed, wear loose-fitting, soft, natural fabrics with long sleeves and legs. Rough and synthetic materials will only further traumatize the skin, causing irritation and pain. Until the peeling of the skin and other symptoms of the burn stop, you should not go out into the open sun. Sunscreen won’t help here.
When can I tan again after getting a sunburn?
It takes four to seven days to restore the skin after a minor burn using healing-accelerating agents. Serious burns, accompanied by fever and pain, already require medical attention. But even in the case of minor injuries at first, it is better not to forget about the precautions.