SOS sunburn:how to soothe them?

Aaaah the holidays, the heat, the palm trees, the rays of the sun on your skin... If you too have been a bit too cracked and you have taken sunburn , here are some tips to allow your skin to recover well, while keeping your tan for as long as possible. .

What is a sunburn?

Redness, burns, what is it?

This redness accompanied by a burning sensation is not the most pleasant. And it's normal, sunburn is a skin burn as a result of exposure to UVB rays, a kind of ultraviolet rays. Sunburn, often painful, is therefore an inflammatory reaction of the body following excessive sun exposure. This reaction usually appears several hours after sun exposure.

A sunburn, what burns?

Sunburn can cause several kinds of burns, those of the first degree are the least serious:the skin is red , without blisters, the burn is superficial. Second degree burns lead to the appearance of blisters and third-degree burns cause blisters and may leave sores and scars . Sunburns can lead to headaches, dehydration and poor general condition. It is possible to take an analgesic such as paracetamol to soothe the pain. In some cases, consulting a doctor is necessary.

Getting a sunburn is also exposing yourself to a risk of accelerated skin aging . To avoid sunburn, regularly apply an organic sunscreen , such as those offered by Nuoo. There are also gentle formulas to relieve sunburn, preferably opt for organic cosmetics .

A fresh shower gel to soothe a sunburn

What could be better than a nice cool shower after a day at the beach or at the pool? With Balance Me intense hydration organic shower gel, you can also take advantage of it to nourish your skin. With its many soothing, healing and disinfecting active ingredients, it is perfect for soothing sunburn .

Moisturize your skin after sun exposure

What natural solutions to moisturize your skin?

Nature is full of natural active ingredients capable of helping us to provide a dose of hydration our skin, the right plan to relieve sunburn . What if we tested the natural solutions ?

• Aloe vera is a plant with anti-inflammatory properties , perfect for soothing sunburn! The application of aloe vera gel brings a pleasant feeling of freshness, the skin is rehydrated and healing happens faster. We preferably choose an organic gel for more natural care. Easy, just take a dab of aloe vera and apply it directly to the burned areas. For an even more pleasant sensation, the gel can be placed in the refrigerator to cool further.
• St. John’s wort oil is recognized for its soothing and calming benefits. It is indicated to soothe sunburn on the skin, its healing and antiseptic properties make it interesting. A few drops are applied directly to the burn, you can use this vegetable oil three to four times a day.
• Red Clay is a natural and healing solution. This anti-inflammatory is rich in minerals, these elements stimulate blood circulation and help the skin to repair itself well. To prepare your natural care , you just need to mix a teaspoon of red clay with a little water to obtain a kind of paste. Apply the resulting mixture to the skin, leave on for two hours. You can place a clean cloth to be free of your movements without spreading clay everywhere. Rinse with lukewarm water.
• Coconut Oil is a natural soothing. In addition to its attractive and delicious smell, we can count on this vegetable oil to heal wounds and help in the healing process. It is applied directly to the burn by massaging the injured area.

What Nuoo treatments to soothe your skin?

Dehydration and desquamation are skin problems that your skin will be subject to if you have abused the sun. If your usual moisturizer can be enough to soothe your sunburn , we still advise you to acquire an after-sun care.

Indeed, it will contain specific agents that will target and calm the problems related to sunburn:anti-inflammatory, healing, super moisturizing, refreshing, regenerating... The after-sun, is, as its name indicates, ideal for taking care of your skin that has received the sun's rays. These anti-aging active ingredients are regenerating and stimulate collagen and elastic fibers. Its soothing action calms feelings of discomfort.

Regular application of after-sun helps to improve the tan and make that pretty tanned complexion last on your body! NUOO notably offers you the Summer &Skin first aid kit by A.S Apothecary (a brand that you were able to discover in the June beauty box), which, as its name suggests, is perfectly suited to the little sores of summer.

The Acorelle after-sun repair fluid is also recommended, it allows you to fight against cell damage and has a very refreshing texture. Perfect against sunburn! And for a care even cooler, you can place your cream in the refrigerator before applying it! If the sunburn is severe, do not hesitate to apply the cream in a thick layer and leave it on for a good hour, before spreading it out and rubbing it in.

The best remedy? Avoid sunburn!

To avoid sunburn, it's always the same song! You probably know her, but a little reminder never hurts. The skin needs to be prepared for sun exposure, go easy on it. Remember to put on a sunscreen with an index adapted to your skin, and to renew its application regularly! Because no, it does not prevent you from tanning;). For more natural care, opt for an organic sunscreen . You can also take natural food supplements, which will effectively prepare your skin and prevent you from burning, even if it does not dispense with sunscreen. The key word to soothe a sunburn , you will have understood, it is hydration. In addition, it allows your tan to last well, so don't hesitate, spread it after each exposure, and even every day!