If you experience sun burn it is important to keep hydrated as the skin barrier is no longer intact. You can use burn gels or cooling gels to take some of the heat out of the burn. You can take painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen if it is painful. Keep skin moisturised using after suns such as Ambre Solaire or Bioderma. If you experience severe sunburn with nausea, dizziness or vomiting you should go to your GP as you might need medical attention.
Heat rash occurs when sweat ducts are blocked trapping sweat under the skin. This can cause an itchy sometimes painful rash. Antihistamines can be used to treat the itch such as Cetrine or Lorat. Aloe vera gels and cool or lukewarm showers can also help alleviate the itch or pain.
Thermal waters can help keep down the temperature of the skin and prevent losing moisture. These can be useful both when out in hot, humid weather and also if skin is sun burned.
If you are unsure about what SPF product is suitable for you, call into us in McGorisks Pharmacy and we can talk you through what is available and help you make a selection
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