Summer is perhaps one of the favorite season for many people who enjoy outdoor activities, the warm and sunny weather allows a variety of activities to be done in that time. However, before we get carried away into the warm sun of summer, we should take effective measures to protect against sunburn.
Sunburn is indeed a very unpleasant experience for a lot of people, not to mention that it can cause a lot of pain as well as premature aging. Aside from the immediate pain, sunburn can also lead to skin cancer and therefore preventive measures should be implemented before it kills you.
How to Prevent Sunburn
The easiest way and the most natural way is to wear protective clothing as well as stay in shades more often. Shirt with long sleeves can provide effective cover for your arms, and having a cap or a hat on can helps protect your face and neck, without being too hot to wear.
Otherwise, using a sunscreen is probably the next most effective answer to sun protection, this is especially true for those who like going to the beach and staying under the sun for a pro-longed period of time. When choosing a sun screen, one with SPF 15 is usually sufficient, however if you have a baby with you, you're advised to use SPF 30 for the baby for more protection.
Another thing to consider when buying sunscreen is whether you're going to be in contact with any water, if the answer is yes, then you'll need an effective waterproof sunscreen to make sure that your sweat and water does not rinse of the sunscreen. Try to reapply sunscreen every 8 hours or so, as this is the typical period where it wears off.
If you're looking to treat sunburn, the most common and popular products are Hydrocortisone cream and calamine lotion, just apply them as you would with a sun screen to the affected area. More natural remedies are such like aloe vera, where it's healing properties are excellent for treating sunburn.
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