T.ra the inevitable in the summer beauty-case, le sunburn creams help relieve pain and soothe the skin. They never lack soothing aloe vera and antioxidant vitamin E.
Sunburn creams, a must of the beauty case
When you do not protect yourself adequately from the sun, the danger of sunburn is always around the corner, at the sea and in the mountains, but also in the swimming pool and in the city. It is not a question of phototype: «Even people with dark skin can suffer from erythemaso it is important that all skins protect themselves from the sun adequatelyalso based on age and any skin pathologies », explains the Dr. Ines Mordente, dermatologist.
But what causes sunburns? “From excessive and prolonged exposure to ultraviolet rays that occurs under certain conditions, especially in the absence of adequate protection solar”.
The difference between sunburn and erythema
Sunburn is therefore different fromerythema: in this case there is a real first or second degree burnwhich usually appears 3-4 hours after solar atonement:
“Usually, the erythema begins with a redness of the skin which is then replaced by blisters, papules or blistering. To this is associated an extreme dryness of the skin for which it tends to be wrinkled and with an increase in roughness ».
What ingredients to use for sunburn
When the damage is done, you have to run for cover with the right products: they are needed sunburn creams or soothing lotions that give immediate relief to the skin.
These can also be stored in the refrigerator for an unprecedented refresh effect. But if the damage is serious, you can also resort to local cortisone, explains the doctor who continues: “I highly recommend for their formulation i pharmaceutical preparations based on vitamins and with antioxidant ingredients In particular, those rich in vitamin E which perform a greater soothing action.
All the thermal waters they are perfect because they reduce redness, irritation and any pain, and the cellular waters which favor and improve the hydration of the intercellular space.
Aloe vera, universal remedy
For those who want to choose a more natural way, there is aloe vera with many virtues. This plant boasts regenerating and antioxidant properties for the skinso much so that it has become one of the most used remedies in these cases, suitable for both burns and the most serious situations.
Often in the form of a gel, aloe has a soothing action in immediate practice. “And it can also be used daily against skin aging“.
Tea Tree and Arnica in sunburn creams
Among the star ingredients of sunburn creams, also Tea Tree and Arnica. Both with an emollient and soothing action, they help to relieve the burned part.
The Tea Tree it is available in oil and acts as an adjuvant both in cases of burns and rashes: it reduces inflammation thanks to its anti-inflammatory power and accelerates the healing process epidermal. It also has an antibacterial function, preventing the appearance of possible infections on the area.
Arnica, commonly available as a gel, also has anti-inflammatory properties: it contains active ingredients such as aescin, bromelain and rutin which facilitate the reabsorption of inflammatory traumas such as burns.
Spread on the skin, eliminates toxins thus avoiding that the disease can become chronic. In addition, it lowers the skin temperature because it has a refresh effect.
How to behave when the skin is sunburned
First step: a nice cold shower to start relieving the pain: “Cold water plays aanesthetizing action, especially ideal in case of erythema. In addition, the area must be gently cleansed with soothing compresses and natural remedies, such as aloe vera and coconut.
After a shower, it is important to dry the skin with a soft cloth that does not irritate the red skin and further use thermal water at will associated with cellular waterso as to increase the amount of hydration inside the cells. Finally, drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration“.
A very special routine that must be maintained for the next 10 days, especially in the presence of very intense sunburn. Finally, as the doctor points out, it is absolutely necessary to avoid scrubs and peelings, scratching and exposing yourself to the sun or sun lamps.
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