What are sunburn symptoms and signs?
Sunburn is the result of too much exposure to the sun, or a sun-equivalent (such as a tanning bed or other UV source).
Sunburn is most common during the summer when the sun’s rays are the strongest.
Mild sunburn symptoms include skin redness and pain. After about 4-7 days, skin peeling may occur.
Severe sunburn symptoms are called sun poisoning and may include:
• Skin burning and blistering
• Fluid loss (dehydration)
• Infection
How To prevent sunburn:
• Stay out of the sun
• Cover your skin
• Wear protective eyewear
When in the sun (you can get burned even if it's cloudy) use SPF (sun protection factor) 30 or higher
If you are sunburned, stay out of the run until the burn fades. Drink lots of water, sports drinks, or juice to stay hydrated, and keep your house cool using air conditioning or fans.
Home remedies for sunburn include cool compresses and baths, some essential oils and herbs, certain foods or supplements, and over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers.
Home remdedies get rid of mild to moderate sunburns and severe sunburnsn
Place a cool compress on sunburned skin for immediate sunburn pain relief, for example, a compress containing Burow's solution (such as Domeboro Powder Packets -1 packet in 1 pint of water) to comfort and soothe sunburn.
Take a cool shower or bath to cool your sunburned skin.
Some natural bath therapies to soothe sunburn pain and other symptoms include:
Add one cup of apple cider vinegar to a bath to help balance the pH (acid or alkalinity) of sunburned skin, and promote healing.
Soak in an oatmeal bath. This is especially helpful for itchy, sunburned skin.
Add some lavender or chamomile essential oil to the bath to help relieve some of the stinging and pain.
Add 2 cups of baking soda to the bath to help ease irritation and redness from sunburn.
Avoid soap or perfumes in the bath water as these can be drying on already dry and sunburned skin.
Essential oils such as lavender or Helichrysum can be applied in small amounts to the skin to soothe sunburn.
Use lotions that contain aloe Vera to soothe and moisturize sunburnt skin. Some aloe products contain lidocaine, an anesthetic that can help relieve sunburn pain. Aloe Vera is also a good moisturizer for peeling skin.
Apply freshly brewed tea after it has cooled to sunburned skin using a clean cloth. The tannic acid in black tea reportedly helps draw heat from sunburned skin, and aids in restoring the pH balance. Add mint to the tea for a more cooling effect.
Apply teabags soaked in cold water to sunburned eyelids to soothe the burn and reduce inflammation.
Witch hazel when applied to the skin can help reduce inflammation, and can help relieve sunburn.
How to care for blisters and peeling from a severe sunburn
If your skin is peeling following a bad sunburn, avoid picking at it or peeling it further.
If you have blisters, this is a sign of a severe sunburn. It is best to cover them to prevent tearing and leave them alone until they heal.
The best remedy against sunburn is prevention. Always use sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher, wear protective clothing and sunglasses, and avoid direct sun exposure.
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