Sandy beach, bright sun - the best conditions for recreation. The only negative - sunburn, which are an integral part of the summer holidays. To get a good remedy for sunburn is necessary, because it can remove not only all external manifestations, but also internal ones that accompany overheating.
Any radiation or thermal effect on the skin contributes to premature aging, can even cause skin cancer. That is why it is not recommended to be on the beach in the midst of the day - from 11 to 16 hours, because at this time the sun is the most dangerous for a person.
Most people who plan to stay in the sun for a long time are sure to put on a sunscreen. However, it has a limited duration, and as it dries, skin damage may occur. It is important to choose the right remedy for burns and provide first aid as soon as possible.
Initial action
There are 4 degrees of difficulty of burns, but at the initial stage it is impossible to determine it, so first aid is always the same. One hundred percent defeat can be seen only the next day. In the presence of strong photodermatitis, it is required to consult a doctor, since only minor burns can be cured on their own.
- In case of burns, you should immediately go to a cool place, closed from the rays of the sun. In the extreme case, shade or sheds are suitable, but the best will be a closed room with air conditioning.
- It is necessary to pay attention to the presence of other symptoms. In addition to burns, sunstroke is possible, therefore, if there is nausea, dizziness or chills, you should immediately go to the doctor.
- Independently on the damaged areas of the skin need to impose pieces of gauze soaked in cold water. They need to be changed every 15 minutes to reduce pain and moisturize the skin.
- If possible, you need to take a cool shower or immerse the damaged part of the body in a cool bath.
- Prevent dehydration with room temperature mineral or drinking water.
- If necessary, take an anesthetic.
Next, the necessary burn remedy is applied to the skin and treated.
Do not substitute place burn under the stream of cold water.
Types of sunburn ointments
In any pharmacy you can find a number of anti-sunburn products. Before applying any ointment, it is imperative to cool the damaged area, so a short-term cold shower will be perfect.
- Bepanthen plus - effectively treats sunburn with the help of the main active ingredient dexpanthenol. The metabolism improves, the regeneration of damaged tissues gradually occurs. The cream is easily absorbed into the skin, cooling the site of the lesion and removing the swelling. Bepantin is universal and is applied to any parts of the body, but it is effective only for mild burns.
- Zinc ointment is aimed at soothing irritated skin. Quickly relieves inflammation, creating a film - a barrier against all external stimuli. Often with zinc ointment, compresses are made, because this tool cannot be applied to open wounds. Apply about 6 times a day.
- D-panthenol also contains dexpanthenol. Suitable for the treatment of mild thermal burns. It needs to be applied in a thin layer 3 times a day with light movements. Very allergic and requires careful treatment of the burn with an antiseptic before application.
- Fenistil in the form of a gel with the active component of dimetidene maleate has antipruritic effect. It relieves inflammation and reduces pain. It is applied 2 times a day and is usually used with a large number of burns. Sometimes replaced by pills.
- Anti-inflammatory agent Sinaflan containing fluocinolone acetonide is applied in the form of dressings to the damaged area. Promotes tissue regeneration and inflammation. Do not use for longer than 4 days in a row.
- In Aktovegin ointment, the main component is aktovegin concentrate. In addition to relieving inflammation, it helps to quickly restore the skin. A thin layer of ointment is applied to the damaged areas 2 times a day. Not suitable for use during pregnancy and lactation.
You should not wear synthetic clothes over burns, especially those treated with ointment. It is best to limit yourself to soft cotton or silk clothing, since it does not cause irritation and does not increase the pain syndrome.
Prevention
Preventing sunburn is easy enough if you follow certain rules. The first step is to use sunscreen. It is selected individually, taking into account the sensitivity and lightness of the skin. The maximum SPF filter is 50, and the longer it is, the longer it can be under the sun.
In addition to the mandatory application of the cream is required:
- refuse to stay in the sun during the period of its activity;
- when walking on sunny days, be sure to wear hats and long-sleeved clothing;
- be sure to take an umbrella to the beach to hide from the sun's rays;
- on the beach, prefer to sunbathe swimming in the sea.
Some foods also help create a natural skin burn resistance. The use of large amounts of fruits and vegetables with vitamins A and C, as well as green tea dramatically increases the effectiveness of sunscreen.
Particular attention should be paid to pomegranate juice. This powerful antioxidant helps to stop the destruction of tissues in the body and prevent the release of toxins into the blood. In addition, proper nutrition contributes to accelerated tissue regeneration, which allows the ointment to act more efficiently.
When applying a burn ointment, be sure to read the instructions and composition. Most of these ointments have potent substances that can cause an allergic reaction.
