Summer is quickly approaching and everyone is restocking their in the hopes of avoiding a dreaded sunburn (though you really should be wearing it every single day, ). Luckily, sunburn-soothing products exist and can help soothe skin post-burn. According to the , some people are more prone to sunburns but that doesn't mean others aren't susceptible.
"Anyone can get burned," the site states. People most often associate sunburn with extreme redness or peeling skin, but it can appear in these other forms as well, so it's important to be vigilant about sunscreen application (and reapplication) and monitoring these symptoms. Dr.
Michael I. Jacobs, MD, associate professor of dermatology at Weill Cornell Medical College, notes that the main purpose of sunburn soothing products or lotion is to after experiencing a burn or prolonged sun exposure. “They help to rehydrate and soothe the skin with cooling and hydrating ingredients and also help alleviate any swelling, redness and itching,” says Jacobs.
When shopping for a lotion designed for soothing sunburns, you’ll want to look for a product with . “Aloe vera is great because it is anti-inflammatory,” says Dr. Debra Jaliman, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in New York City.
You can even use it directly from the plant, but you should ensure that it is fragrance free.” She adds that other key ingredients to search for when shopping include shea butter, glycerin, and hyaluronic acid. : 2.
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