Apanemia Health Centre

The obsession with getting a perfect tan can lead to committing certain indiscretions and spend too many hours in the sun or throw us sunscreen. The long-term consequences are more serious, since our carelessness can lead to cancer, but short term we may also troubled by allergies and burns.

Solution: Soak up the sun while minimizing the risks. How?

* Avoid sun exposure between 12 and 16 hours, as they are more dangerous radiation.
* Use a sunscreen that specifies that protects you against UVA and UVB rays, and is water resistant. Use appropriate skin factor to your skin, at least, at least factor 15.
* Lie cream half an hour before sun exposure and renewed at least every three hours.
* Continue to use sunscreen if your skin is already dark. Remains appropriate to use at least factor 15.
* Clouds do not protect you from the sun, and even misses some rays umbrella. If you go to the beach, always use sunscreen.

What to do about a burn?

Normally a sunburn is not immediately apparent when the notes but the damage is already done. It appears as a reddening of the skin, accompanied by pain. It can also cause swelling, or severe burns, blisters. But there are certain steps that can help relieve discomfort:

* Date cold showers several times a day. You can apply cold towel over the area.
* The gel of aloe vera is very good for calming the skin.
* If blisters are present, dry bandages may help prevent infection.
* You can take ibuprofen to relieve pain.
* Avoid using products that contain benzocaine, lidocaine or petroleum (like Vaseline)
* Obviously, you should avoid sun exposure during the following days.
* If you experience dizziness, nausea or vision problems, go to the doctor immediately.