This Sunburn Relief Plan Is Here To Save Your Skin for 6 ways

This Sunburn Relief Plan Is Here To Save Your Skin for 6 ways

Your red, hot, sometimes blistered skin is a result of overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays, and it can be painful. Your best bet, obviously, is to prevent it—not just to avoid the discomfort but also because a sunburn (even a suntan, btw) increases your risk of developing skin cancer, per the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery.


1. DRINK PLENTY OF WATER : A sunburn can cause dehydration (as can a day in the sun), because fluids are drawn to the skin surface and away from the rest of the body, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation. So drink a ton of water throughout the day and the days after—enough that your pee looks more clear than yellow.


2. TAKE A COLD ONE : Shower, that is. When your skin is on fire, the last thing you want to do is expose it to hot water: Taking hot showers can strip your skin of essential oils, which can dry it out even further and make it more sensitive. Rinsing off with cool water, on the other hand, provides immediate relief, says Arthur. If the direct stream of water feels too intense on your skin, try a bath at room temperature.


3. SLATHER ON LOTION : While your skin is still wet from the shower, apply a moisturizing lotion to provide instant sun relief. Do this several times throughout the day, for several days, until your burn has healed. You want lotions with aloe vera for extra soothing, and none with petroleum, which can trap heat in skin.


4. WHATEVER YOU DO, DON'T PEEL! : Severe sunburns tend to leave your skin blistering or peeling—ouch (and ugh). Do everything you can to resist the urge to pick. “Let them heal on their own,” says Arthur. “Do not pop the blisters or peel off the 'roof' of the blisters.” This will cause more irritation, prolong recovery, and possibly lead to infection.


5. DRESS SMART : If you do have to be in the sunlight before a burn completely heals ('cause, well, life), deck yourself out in UV-protective clothing and hats. You can find them at sporting goods stores, Arthur notes, or from brands like Athleta or The North Face. Look for a tag with the "UPF" label.

You should probably hang up your skinny jeans for the time being too—tight clothes can rub you raw and make you even more prone to peeling, while synthetic materials can irritate your tender skin. Stick to loose, breathable clothing made of cotton or linen. As if you needed another excuse to break out that cute maxi dress!

6. STEER CLEAR OF IRRITANTS : “Don’t apply products that contain lidocaine and benzocaine, which are topical anesthetics," Arthur says. "Some people can react to these products, causing further skin inflammation and discomfort.” You might also want to avoid lotions or topical products with anti-aging ingredients, such as retinol, or hydroxy acids, which can aggravate redness and dry out your already zapped skin.


Source : http://www.Goxip.co.th
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