Sunburns, how to avoid them and how to cure them
The ultraviolet rays in contact with the skin raise the
level of melanin, a photoprotective pigment responsible for the dark
complexion; if proper precautions are not taken, however, they can penetrate
the dermis and cause painful burns, widespread redness, annoying erythema, as
well as aging the tissues and stimulating cellular degeneration. Below are tips
and products to avoid sunburn and the most effective remedies to treat them.
How to avoid getting burned in the sun
The sun is a valid ally for the general well-being of the
organism; in addition to promoting a good mood, its light stimulates the
production of vitamin D , which is essential for healthy bones and the immune
system. However, the risk of excessively exposing oneself to its rays is around
the corner, so it is advisable to remember some good rules against sunburn. The
basic rule is not to sunbathe in the central hours of the day, ie in the time
slot that goes from 12 to 16 in the afternoon, when the sun gives off its
maximum heat. A few minutes before exposure, it is necessary to spread large
doses of sunscreen all over the body and protect the eyes with sunglasses
equipped with anti-UV lenses.
Never exceed three hours of exposure after which it is
advisable to take a refreshing shower and apply an after-sun lotion on the
face, back, stomach and legs.
If you want to buy organic products, dermatologically tested and effective against sunburn, the cosmetics company NaturPlusoffers a travel
set, specially designed for those who plan to reach sunny beaches. The BioEarth
line kit includes a pack of SPF 50 sunscreen, a shower shampoo pack and a
bottle of after-sun lotion. Ideal for those who want to tan without risking
painful burns.
How to cure sunburn
For those with very fair skin, sometimes sunburn is
inevitable. the sunburns you have as flashy redness of the skin that cause
annoying itching and sometimes real pain. These are small burns of the
dermis which can sometimes also cause nausea and headache. In particularly acute
cases it is always recommended to go to a specialist doctor, but in case of
localized erythema and redness there are effective natural remedies .
First of all, wetting the reddened parts with fresh running
water can give immediate relief to the burning. Afterwards, it is essential to
rehydrate the sunburned skin by drinking plenty of fluids and applying
moisturizing and soothing creams to the affected areas for at least seven
consecutive days. An excellent product against sunburn proposed by NaturPlus is
the Aloe and Calendula Body Cream of the Alkemilla line. In the practical 150 ml
tubular package, this product is designed specifically for sensitive,
dehydrated, irritated or re-epithelializing skin. The soothing and
anti-inflammatory properties of aloe and calendula extracts are excellent for
quickly regenerating sunburned skin cells.
Not everyone knows that even a specific diet in summer can
reduce reactions and outbreaks due to sunburn and sunburn. In this sense, it is
important to introduce foods rich in antioxidants , vitamins , beta-carotene
and mineral salts. Fruits, fresh vegetables and fish are rich in them, but to
rebalance the metabolism after being burned there are also excellent food
supplements. One of these is undoubtedly Super Energy by NaturPlus based on B
vitamins, mineral salts, maca and Ginseng. In a practical pack of ten small
bottles, it helps to restore metabolic processes, nourishes the tissues, tones
the muscles and removes the sense of fatigue from the body.