Le coup de soleil is a burn induced by ultraviolet rays. The severity of sunburn depends on the type of skin, the duration and intensity of exposure as well as the location.

Occurring a few hours after exposure, sunburn disappears in the days that follow, causing desquamation (skin that “peels”) and a depigmented area.

There are different types of sunburn, depending on their severity: from sunburn which will give the skin a rosacea color and will then “transform” into a tan to very painful sunburn which makes the skin bright red and blistered.

How to avoid sunburn?

In the event of exposure to the sun, it is essential to avoid the hours between 12 p.m. and 16 p.m. and to regularly apply sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30.

For people with fragile skin and children, you should:

• Be particularly careful during the first exposure to the sun;
• Watch out for the sun’s rays on snow and water;
• Wear a hat and clothing during periods of strong sunshine;
• Be careful when the weather is cloudy, as some clouds allow UV rays to pass well.

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