Sunburn of the face: treatment and recovery

Such a nuisance can happen to every person. Of course, it’s better not to allow it. If you have suffered, then it requires a sunburn on the face, the treatment is the same as usual (from fire). And so that you do not need it, follow the safety rules for being in open spaces in the summer.

How to prevent sunburn of the skin

You can protect yourself from the aggressive effects of ultraviolet rays with the help of external means (ointments, creams), accessories (hats, glasses, shawls). The most effective measures are the rules of behavior in sunny weather, which will protect against such an unpleasant "event" as a sunburn on the face. Treatment, by the way, is much longer and more complicated than preventative measures. The basic rule: the face (like the whole body) should not be in direct sunlight. It is advisable to protect yourself from sun exposure in the period from 11.00 to 15.00, when it is especially active. If it doesn’t work, then use protective equipment (ointments, clothes). You can’t specifically expose your face for tanning during these hours (and others too). It was found that this violates the epidermis layer, and the free radicals formed during burns trigger the formation of cancer cells. Around the world, there is propaganda to prevent people from sunburning their faces. Treatment and consequences can be very serious.

What to do at the first sign of a burn and how to escape

The fact that the skin got burned can be manifested by redness (although this is not always the case), burning, or, more dangerous, chills and trembling of the body. Recent signs indicate a severe form of a person’s condition and require medical attention. A sunburn of the face, the treatment of which depends on its severity, is also manifested by swelling and swelling of the face. At the first sign (if you are in the open sun), you should immediately go into the shade and, if necessary, seek medical help. If you see that you can cope on your own, then use improvised or pharmacy tools to relieve unpleasant and painful sensations. Remember that any burn is dehydration of the skin at the level of its deepest layers. Therefore, it peels and "slazit". To replenish the acid-base balance, drink plenty of healthy and “healthy” fluids, whether it is tea, juices diluted with water, plain or mineral water. You can make a compress from a soft cloth dipped in cool water. It will relieve swelling, slightly cool and soothe the skin.

What can not be done in this condition. Sunburn - photo

You can not be again in the open sun. If the degree of burn is not critical, then redness and inflammation will disappear in 3-4 days. You can not use greasy, tonal and alcohol-containing face preparations. They can inflame the already damaged skin even more, and alcohol will dry out the skin. For the period of rehabilitation, it is better to abandon decorative cosmetics altogether, giving preference to proven folk remedies or pharmacy preparations. In no case can peeling off peeling, dead skin, even if it is dry. Wounds can form at the site of separation, which will lead to scars or other skin defects (or even infections). The dead layer should be discarded independently and without your participation. It has been established that systematically appearing face burns (especially at a young age, when young people tan especially actively) can lead to skin cancer in an adult state. Take care of yourself!