It's wonderful when the sun finally gains strength and we can walk around in short clothes again. But if you don't pay attention to sun protection, you can get a painful sunburn. But how does a sunburn occur and what can I do about it?
How does a sunburn actually occur?
A sunburn can be caused by both "direct sunlight and artificial UV radiation," leading to inflammation of the human skin. A severe sunburn can result in tenderness or even burn damage. The worst skin reaction is likely the formation of blisters. Long-term or frequent sunburns can in some cases even lead to "skin cancer." The skin's blood vessels dilate, leading to increased blood flow, which makes redness visible. Frequently affected areas are "shoulders, the upper body, or the face." As a result, "peeling of the upper skin" is often observed, which usually occurs a few days after the sunburn. In some cases, people even develop a full-blown allergic reaction. This "sun allergy" often manifests in different ways: some people experience severe itching, while others develop blisters and swelling. Therefore, it is important to "apply sufficient sunscreen before sunbathing." Pay attention to the sun protection factor and avoid the intense midday sun.What can you do if you have already gotten a sunburn?The best remedies for a bad sunburn can already be found in the kitchen.Apply diluted lemon juice to the burned areas; this prevents blisters from forming. It is best to leave it on overnight.Cold teaSoak a cloth in cold tea and place it on the inflamed area – this not only soothes the skin but also relieves the pain. You can also use a cold tea bag and dab the areas with it.
Soak a soft cloth in vinegar and place it on the affected area. Apple cider vinegar is best here.Cold milkA large compress with cold milk also works very well. It is best to use full-fat milk (with a "fat content of 3.5%"). The milk not only cools the skin, but the fat also acts like a natural protective cream.Curd or yogurtFor a mild sunburn, you can help yourself with the following tips: apply "cold yogurt or curd." This cools and moisturizes the skin.Make a kind of paste from baking soda and water and apply it to the burned area.Important for compresses: after about "10 – 20 minutes," the cloths and compresses should be renewed until the pain has subsided.
If you don't want to use compresses, you can also use "cucumber, tomato, potato, or onion slices." Simply place the raw vegetable slices on the sunburn. This cools and soothes the skin.
Kefir with honey
Lemon juice
If the sunburn is more extensive, this mixture can help. Simply get into a bathtub with lukewarm (rather cool than too hot!) water and add "a liter of kefir and two tablespoons of honey" to the bathwater.
If you are a plant lover and own an aloe vera plant, you can also turn to this helpful remedy: simply cut off a small piece of the plant and "cut the leaf lengthwise." Now apply the gel-like liquid to the burned skin areas and rub in gently.
Mixed with water into a thick paste, it has a soothing and cooling effect. Simply cover the areas with it and let it sit for 20 minutes.
Vinegar
Be careful with ice cubes or frozen cool packs! These should only be used for mild redness, otherwise, you run the risk of freezing and damaging skin cells.
After using these remedies, you should definitely treat your skin with "after-sun lotions." The ingredients soothe the skin and regenerate skin cells.
Are there home remedies that protect me from sunburn?Unfortunately, there are no home remedies to protect against sunburn before sunbathing. Here, "UV clothing as well as special sunscreens and sprays" are indispensable.If headaches, a stiff neck, severe burn blisters, or pain occur after a sunburn, you should definitely consult a doctor. This applies in any case to babies and small children! There is a risk of "sunstroke or heatstroke," which is "extremely dangerous" for infants and small children!
Quick help for mild sunburn
Here you will find tips on which home remedies can help with a mild sunburn. Curd, kefir, or vegetables for sunburn.It's wonderful when the sun finally gains strength and we can walk around in short clothes again. But if you don't pay attention to sun protection, you can get a painful sunburn. But how does a sunburn occur and what can I do about it? How does a sunburn actually occur? A sunburn can be caused by both direct sunlight and auflegen. Das kühlt und gibt der Haut Feuchtigkeit.
Baking soda
Aus Natron und Wasser eine Art Paste machen und damit die verbrannte Stelle bestreichen.
Wichtig bei den Wickeln: nach ungefähr 10 – 20 Minuten sollten die Tücher und Wickel erneuert werden, bis der Schmerz abgeklungen ist.
Vegetables
Wer keine Wickel benutzen möchte, kann auch Gurken-, Tomaten-, Kartoffeln- oder Zwiebelscheiben verwenden. Die rohen Gemüsescheiben einfach auf den Sonnenbrand legen. Das kühlt und beruhigt die Haut.
Kefir mit Honig
Ist der Sonnenbrand größer ausgefallen, kann diese Mischung weiterhelfen. Einfach in einen Badewanne mit lauwarmen (eher kühl als zu heiß!) legen und dem Badewasser einen Liter Kefir sowie zwei Esslöffel Honig hinzufügen.
Aloe Vera
Wer als Pflanzenliebhaber auch eine Aloe Vera sein Eigen nennen darf, kann ebenso zu diesem hilfreichen Mittel greifen: einfach ein kleines Stück von der Pflanze abschneiden und das Blatt der Länge nach einschneiden. Die gelartige Flüssigkeit nun an die verbrannten Hautstellen legen und leicht einreiben.
Cornstarch
Cornstarch mit Wasser zu einem dicken Brei vermengt wirkt gleichermaßen beruhigend wie kühlend. Einfach die Stellen damit bedecken und für 20 Minuten einwirken lassen.
Vorsicht bei Eiswürfeln oder tiefgefrorenen Coolpacks! Diese sollten nur bei leichten Rötungen verwendet werden, da man ansonsten Gefahr läuft, dass Hautzellen erfrieren und beschädigt werden.
Nach diesen Mitteln sollte man sich auf jeden Fall noch mit After-sun-Lotionen pflegen. Die Inhaltsstoffe beruhigen die Haut und regenieren die Hautzellen.
Gibt es Hausmittel, die mich vor einem Sonnenbrand schützen?
Hausmittel, um sich schon vor dem Sonnenbad gegen Sonnenbrände zu schützen, gibt es leider nicht. Hier sind spezielle UV-Kleidung sowie spezielle Sonnencremes und Sprays nicht wegzudenken.
Caution: stellen sich nach dem Sonnenbrand auch noch Kopfschmerzen, Nackenversteifungen, starke Brandblasen oder Schmerzen ein, so sollte man auf jeden Fall einen Arzt konsultieren. Dies gilt in jedem Fall für Babys und Kleinkinder! Es besteht die Gefahr eines Sonnenstichs oder Hitzeschlages und ist gerade für Säuglinge und kleine Kinder äußerst gefährlich!
Read also: Milk bath for dry skin
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