Sunburns, how to avoid them and how to cure them

Sunburns, how to avoid them and how to cure them
One of the pleasure of summer is being able to go to the beach and lie down in the sun, a relaxing and pleasant activity that, in addition to restoring the spirit, gives the skin a fascinating tan. However, after a winter spent indoors, exposure to the sun must take place gradually and with specific precautions, in order to counteract the harmful effects of UVA and UVB rays .

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.

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