Sunburn - what to do?
Did not we vow last time that something like that does not happen to us again? In contrast to our skin, which has a very good memory concerning UV radiation, we were once again negligent. Only when it is already too late, we are stunned in front of the mirror and look at our inflamed and painful skin. But it would be pointless to annoy oneself now. Let's learn more about how we can relieve the sunburn and how to successfully protect ourselves next time.
What helps against sunburn?
Well-known statements about sunburn. Which are correct? Which are wrong?
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Even a short sunbath is harmful
Not correct. Human skin is inherently naturally shaded. Depending on the skin type 10 to 30 minutes in the sun are generally harmless. One factor that also affects the skin's own protection time is the International UV Index (UVI). It is announced daily by the German Weather Service and should be considered additionally.
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Quark ? a miracle cure for sunburn
Not correct. Those who give quark from the fridge to the inflamed skin during sunburn, while the skin is cooled and it relaxes, but the quark offers no therapeutic solution. On the contrary, lactic acid bacteria and proteins in quark could lead to infections.
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After-sun lotion and aloe vera gel help with sunburn
Right. Water-containing products instead of fatty products is the motto for sunburn.
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Clouds reduce the effect of UV on my skin
Not correct. Even when the sky is overcast, the UV rays penetrate the cloud cover and have a major impact on our skin.
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Protection against sunburn by tanning in the solarium
Not correct, According to experts, pre-tanning in the solarium does not protect against sunburn, as most tanning beds only brown with UVA rays. These lead to an immediate pigmentation, but not to a thickening of the cornea and thus do not contribute to an effective protection against sunburn.
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In severe sunburn, it is recommended to go to the doctor
?Right, Severe pain, blistering, neck stiffness, nausea and vomiting are signs that a doctor should be consulted immediately.
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Repeated creaming extends the sun protection
Not correct, Re-creaming at best leads to the maintenance of the protection time, but in no case to an extension.
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In the shade my skin does not have to be creamed
Not correct. Even in the shade, 50 percent of UV rays continue to penetrate.
We all have a "sun account" that we do not cover for the sake of our health. should. So we say the sunburn once and for all? Ade !?
