Here are some simple steps that can give relief when you overdo it with the sun :
- The annoying redness is prevented by using a sunscreen during exposure, appropriate to your skin type; Furthermore, it is important to tan step by step.
- If, despite this precaution, the skin in the evening is hot and red, you can use a cream with a soothing and repairing action or a nourishing and refreshing after-sun milk. The ingredients to look for in the formula are plant extracts, such as those of aloe, green tea, mallow and chamomile, which have a soothing and soothing effect.
- To soothe the burning and itching, you can apply a cloth dampened with cold water or an ice pack on the reddened parts.
- On the other hand, burns with blisters and bubbles require more attention. First of all, maximum hygiene is needed to avoid bacterial overinfections. The dermatologist can indicate the use of antibiotics to be applied locally (eg erythromycin-based creams) and, to alleviate symptoms, the use of oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
- If the sunburn is extensive and severe, the doctor may recommend the application of an ointment that contains a small percentage of cortisone to reduce discomfort. Instead, ointments or lotions containing anesthetics (eg benzocaine) should be avoided due to the risk of allergic contact dermatitis.
- In any case, it is necessary to avoid further exposure to sunlight, up to the complete regression of the burn.
