Sunburn Treatment--Pain Relief, Skin Care, Healing Tips

I've gotten plenty of sunburns and learned some good first aid. Here are sunburn treatments, including pain relief, skin care and burn healing tips. First, avoid burns by using sunscreen, but choose the correct SPF (sun protection factor) level.

For older children and adults, I don't recommend using anything higher than SPF 30 (if your skin has not been in the sun much or is fair) and SPF 15 if you have a little tan. Near water and sand, which are both reflective, you may need stronger SPF. Don't be fooled into thinking you won't burn on cloudy days. And re-apply sunscreen after swimming. Sport sunscreens are stickier and last longer but I don't like them as they clog pores. Don't forget to cover lips, ears and scalp or part. Those burn easily. But don't get sunscreen-dependent. For sunburn remedies, read onSunburn Treatment--Pain Relief, Skin Care, Healing Tips

Kids' Sunburn, Teen Tanning Habits Increase Skin Cancer Risk

Kids' Sunburn, Teen Tanning, Skipping Sunscreen Increase Skin Cancer Risk A study from the American Academy of Pediatrics found children's sunburn and tanning behavior increased the risk of skin cancer. Moderate amounts of sun help provide needed vitamin D, but sunburns and even excessive tanning is dangerous. Here are tips to balance the health benefits of the sun with precautions for skin cancer prevention, including tanning, indoor tanning beds and sunscreen use for children, teens and parents. Read on...

Sunscreen Dangers and Health Advisory

Sunscreen Dangers and Health Advisory
Commercial sunscreens contain dangerous ingredients that may do more harm than good.Consider sunscreens organic sunscreens or other ways to protect from sun.
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