Sunburn Relief Spending time in the sun is all part of the fun of summer. It is important that we protect ourselves against the harmful damage that can be caused by ultraviolet (UV) rays. Wearing sunscreen, covering up and avoiding long exposure times are recommended precautions to take to avoid burning. Warning signs to look out for include reddening of the skin, soreness and feelings of heat such as the skin being warm to the touch. When we do burn it is very unpleasant, the skin is red and sore and may flake or peel after a few days. In severe cases sunburn can cause blistering of the skin. Symptoms associated with heatstroke such as nausea, headaches and dizziness may also be experienced. If you develop sunburn it is important that you cover up and avoid direct sunlight. Cooling the skin with tepid water will help as will applying a moisturising cream or after-sun lotion. Anti-inflammatory pain relief such as ibuprofen will help with reduce pain and swelling as will a pain relieving gel or mild (1%) hydrocortisone cream. Calamine lotion will help prevent itching and infection of the skin due to scratching. Drinking fluids is important as this will replace water lost during sweating and prevent dehydration. If your sunburn becomes very red and painful, or you develop a fever or blisters or a rash it is important that you contact your doctor, the same goes for any case where a child or infant has been sunburnt.
Solarcaine Spray 95g Relieves pain, fights infection. Rapid pain relief of sunburn, bites, minor skin injuries and minor burns.   More info... Price: £4.95 (incl VAT) (Buy 3 or more for £4.71 each)
Hydrocortisone Creams A low dose hydrocortisone cream, 0.5-1%, can be helpful in reducing the swelling and burning sensation of sunburn as well as speed up healing.   More info...		Anti-Inflammatory Pain Relief Taking tablets containing Aspirin or Ibuprofen can provide relief from the pain and swelling of sunburn.   More info...
Calamine Lotions With a cooling and soothing effect on the skin, calamine has traditionally used to relieve the dry, itchy discomfort caused by sunburn.   More info...		Eurax The Eurax range contains crotamiton which relieves the itching and skin irritation caused by sunburn.   More info...
E45 The E45 range contains a cream and an itch relief cream that provide soothing symptomatic relief from the itching and flaking of sunburn.   More info...		Magicool Magicool cools, hydrates and calms the skin. It is bacteria free and is even suitable for use on broken skin.   More info...
Aloe Pura Organic Aloe Vera Gels Organically sourced Aloe Vera Gel with a high active content. Choose from plain Aloe Vera or with Tea Tree Oil for added relief from bites, sun burn and dry skin...   More info...		Prickly Heat and Solar Urticaria Antihistamines and creams for the symptomatic relief of prickly heat and solar urticaria.   More info...

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