Sunburn

Protect your skin from sun
exposure. Learn about the risks.

Sunburn


  • Sunburn usually begins as a reddening of the skin immediately at the end of sun exposure, and it starts to fade after several hours. 
  • Then, about six hours later, the redness returns, and reaches its peak at about 24 hours after the end of the sun exposure.
  • Changes in the skin associated with UVA radiation are the result of damage to the blood vessels and cells. 

Overexposure


  • Overexposure to UVB rays can cause blisters, peeling skin, fever, chills, weakness, and shock.

Treating Sunburn


  • You can ease the pain of mild sunburns with cool baths or by applying wet compresses for 20 minutes, four to six times a day.  Acetaminophen may also help lessen the pain. 
  • Fragrance Free Moisturizers can help prevent dryness and peeling. 
  • Applying a vitamin E cream or lotion within two minutes after UV exposure may reduce redness.  The timing is important, because the effect lessens as the time between sun exposure and application of the vitamin E lengthens.


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