by Wendy Gillan | Nov 7, 2015 | How to, Skin Allergies, Skin Care Remedies, sunburn, Sunburn treatment |
If you stay in direct sunlight for a long time, UV rays can damage your skin within just 15 minutes of exposure, especially during summers. And sunburn is not just restricted till darkening of your skin color, it has devastating effects such as premature wrinkling, risk of skin cancer, and even melanoma. Causes of Sunburn Sunburn is due to consistent exposure of skin to sun which results into skin redness, irritation and burning of the skin. There are three wavelengths of ultraviolet light radiated by the sun namely-UVA, UVB and UVC. Although UVC light is not able to make it to the Earth’s surface but the other wavelengths can penetrate beneath your skin. So, the skin damage is a result of both UVA and UVB rays. Symptoms of sunburn Following are the visible symptoms of sunburn: Changes in skin color (from pink to red and sometimes even purple) Skin that feels hot to the touch Pain Itching Swelling Blisters that are filled with fluids and may even itch and eventually pop or break How to treat the sun burnt skin? The following are the ways to deal with the sun burnt skin effectively. Use compresses for sunburn relief You can dip a cloth into the cold water and apply it over your skin for 10 to 15 minutes, repeat it as required. Sit under the fan while doing this procedure as it will help to heighten cooling. Use these foods to soothe your sun burnt skin The following kitchen staples are an effective DIY remedies for Sunburn Treatment. Yogurt- Apply yogurt over the sun burnt parts and then take...
by Wendy Gillan | Apr 16, 2015 | Skin Care |
Your skin appears attractive from outside, only if it is healthy from inside. So, what can you do to make it look healthier? While some will switch to those expensive chemical based products, and others will start planning for some painful surgeries. These treatments might give you instant results, but in the long run they are not favorable.Besides, there have been several reports of adverse effects, later. Thus, it is recommended to go for natural products. One such product, which is easily available in your kitchen and brings forth amazing benefits to your skin, is ‘tomato’. Yes, the beauty secrets of tomato will leave you in surprise. Read on: Best Treatment for Open Pores: Just few drops of tomato juice to 1 tablespoon of water can treat your open pores, isn’t it great! Yes, adding them to your daily plans, including your diet evens out the skin. Tomatoes are rich in Vitamin C, thus a gentle massage of this mixture for around 15 minutes is enough to shrink the pore size, leaving back a fresh and glowing skin. Natural Acne Treatment: Generally, vitamin A and C are used for acne treatment. Tomatoes have high acidic content, making them ideal for treating rashes and acne. With two halves of tomato, you can get rid of those tiny zits on your face. Similarly, for severe acne, applying pulp directly to the affected area for an hour at least, can save your skin significantly! A Natural Sunscreen and Stress Reliever: Having an antioxidant called lycopene, tomatoes serves the purpose of a natural sunscreen ideally. Not only it protects your skin from harsh...
