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Sunburns or sunburns are dark spots on the skin that are caused by exposure to ultraviolet rays for a long time. These spots can appear on the skin at any age and are usually harmless. Sunburns affect people with lighter skin, but anyone can get a sunburn. If you are concerned about any spots on your skin, talk to your dermatologist. After a dermatologist has determined that the spot is not dangerous, there are many options available to you to treat a sunburn. Here are some suggestions on how to get rid of sunburns, from natural methods to cosmetic procedures. Note that sunburns are often itchy when you are in the sun.
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Method 1 of 4: Natural method of blurring sunburns slowly
Cut a slice of lemon and apply it directly to the sunburn for 10-15 minutes a day. The acids in lemons help whiten sunburns and help remove dead skin cells.
Apply aloe vera gel 2 times a day to help heal sun damaged skin. Aloe vera has remarkable natural healing properties.
Leave green tea bags in boiling water for 3-5 minutes. Squeeze the tea bag, pour water into a cotton ball, and apply it to the sunburn twice daily. The acids in tea help the skin heal itself.
Soak the sunburn in fermented dairy. This is simpler for a sunburn that is not on the face. For a sunburn on your face, you can apply fermented buttermilk and leave it on for a few minutes. For centuries, fermented dairy has been used to lighten spots on the skin.
Separate the vitamin E capsules and apply the gel directly to the sunburn. The properties of vitamin E that help fade scars also help fade sunburns.
Slice the pilgrimage and apply it to the sunburn. The acids in onions are very effective in reducing sunburns. advertisement
Method 2 of 4: Non-prescription products
Looking to buy products containing kojic acid. This is a byproduct of the sake fermentation process and has been shown to help reduce the appearance of sunburns.
Look for labels containing Tretinoin and Renova because they help fade dark spots on the skin.
Try products with azelaic acid. This acid, derived from grains like wheat or barley, has been shown to help fade spots on the skin caused by hyperpigmentation.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist about hydroquinone, this year's popular skin spot removal ingredient. However, the use of hydroquinone is controversial as high doses can cause cancer in rats. advertisement
Method 3 of 4: Professional Service
Sunburns are treated with a laser resurfacing method. This process is expensive but effective in removing sunburn by removing thin layers of skin. Recovery time can take several weeks.
Peel off the chemical mask. You can get a chemical peel off at a dermatologist's office and some spas. This process involves the combined use of acids to remove the top layers of skin. However, chemical peels can leave red areas for several days.
Freezing sunburns using a technique called cryotherapy. This process often uses liquid nitrogen to freeze the sunburn. After that, the sunburn will crust over and fall off after about a week. advertisement
Method 4 of 4: Prevention
Use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15 to protect your skin from sun damage. Protecting skin from the sun helps skin to heal itself.
Avoid direct sunlight and avoid using a tanning machine as much as possible. Wear a hat or umbrella (umbrella). Wear light-colored clothing made of strong textiles to deflect harmful rays from the sun. advertisement
Advice
Always double-check prescription medications. Many prescription drugs, like antibiotics and birth control pills, can darken your skin.
- St John's Wort herbs also increase the skin's sensitivity.
