Here’s Exactly How to Treat a Bad Sunburn (and When to See a Doctor)
In this video, learn the right way to soothe seriously sunburnt skin.
When you get a bad sunburn, you almost feel betrayed. By yourself, if you didn’t prevent said sunburn with the appropriate 30+ SPF and sunglasses, but also, by the sun. Even if you do your best to combat those harmful rays, sometimes those UVA and UVBs get through and damage your precious epidermis.
Protecting your skin from the sun with the right sunscreen and protective clothing is essential. Once you’ve come to terms with the fact that your skin is burnt, it’s time to do some damage control, because hey, your skin is fried, and it hurts. If you’re still out in the sun and your skin is sizzling, first things first, get out of the sun. In this video, learn more tips for what to do next.
References
American Academy of Dermatology. (n.d.). Treating sunburn.
Young, A.R., et al. (2022). Sunburn (beyond the basics). UpToDate.
