The sun is a vital source of radiation for all of humanity. However, the splash of U.V can feel bliss on a beachside; without adequate protection, the moment of joy will soon turn into sizzling tinges of regret. As the name implies. Sunburn occurs when the human skin is exposed to U.V. For a long time.
Sunburn; What it is and its symptoms
Due to prolonged exposure, the ultraviolet radiation damages the DNA of the skin cells giving the infamous reddish burn. Which everyone loathes. The severity of said sunburn is prone to affect everyone differently based on your skin. And the amount of time you were exposed to ultraviolet radiation. It can be a mild burn which irritates when you touch it or an acute burn which stings uncontrollably.
People living near the equator are prone to higher sunburn. As most ultraviolet radiation is concentrated there. Ultraviolet radiation is also prone to age the skin prematurely and causes skin damage that leads to malignancies. Malignancies include melanoma which is a form of skin cancer.
You probably have sunburn if patches of your skin are red and hurt to touch. Like a hangover, they usually appear 12-24 hours after the deed is done and even cause the same grief. Blisters can also form on the skin in severe cases, which is excruciatingly painful and may even require hospitalization.
Home Remedies for Sunburn
Although they are not the best option for severe inflammation caused by sunburn. Home remedies are an excellent medical substitute if you have minor sunburn.
Adequate hydration
With any injury caused to the human body, the first and most important thing you should do is stay adequately hydrated. Your body is prone to utilizing many resources when repairing something inside of it. All of these resources rely on water, and thus if you do not stay hydrated, things will only worsen.
In addition to the blistering pain, you will also feel fatigued and have a killer headache, making your situation even worse. Thus replenish your fluids and drink some sweet h20 to cool you internally and externally. It would be best to avoid caffeine and alcohol as they tend to dehydrate the body.
Pain Killers
Sometimes the simplest things are the most effective. For example, if the sunburn is causing you pain, try some pain killer. Specifically, you would need to buy yourself some over the counter anti-inflammatory medicines. They are highly effective against swelling and body pain; they will provide you with the peace of mind that you so desperately desire after the accursed sunburn.
Creams as well as Gels
Another item found with the pain relievers is creams and gels that you apply to the burn area. Gels like Alo vera gel are the most effective against sunburns alongside calamine lotion due to their soothing ability, which will provide relief to your wounds.
However, if that’s too much of a hassle for you and you are secretly a botanist. You can use a small piece of an aloe plant to apply the aloe Vera gel straight to the wound, which provides immediate results! You can also apply a dye-free moisturizer to reduce the skin peeling after the burn.
Alternatively, you can also use a cold compress to reduce the stinging pain of sunburn. Through a clean towel soaked in cold water. You can reduce the skin temperature surrounding the burn and provide relief to your actual sore spots. Cool water baths or soap-free water are also suitable alternatives. However, do not apply ice directly to the wound as it may cause irritation and worsen the symptoms.
Staying Home
Additional U.V exposure is highly discouraged as it may worsen the symptoms. Thus staying in-home or being burned to a crisp like a vampire.
