The UK has been basking in warm sunshine for weeks now, with many people heading out to beaches and other local beauty spots to enjoy the weather.
But amid the sunny spells, it is extremely important to wear sun cream to protect your skin's appearance and age. Adults and children, and especially babies, alike should wear sun cream regularly.
It helps to prevent sunburn, skin cancer and premature ageing.
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But even with cream on, you can still burn, especially if you spend too much time in the sun. And while many people who do experience sunburn apply after-sun lotions, there are also some budget hacks you could consider to treat your skin and get better, as reported in the Mirror.
One simple and cheap way to relieve sunburnt skin is to add a cup of whole oats to your bath, after ensuring that the water is lukewarm or cool. Adding oats to your bathwater will turn it into a milky white colour, and if you relax in it for around 20 minutes, it could help soothe your pain and restore your skin's natural barrier.
Dr Nisith Sheth from the British Skin Foundation previously told BBC News: "Oats have been well known to reduce inflammation, and they're in some commercial brands to treat things like eczema, because of its anti-inflammatory effects."
Another way to soothe your skin is to keep hydrated before, during, and after a day in the sun, especially because sunburn can encourage fluid loss through the skin. Apart from drinking water, you could also eat nutritious fruits such as watermelon which is rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that can help lower inflammation and oxidative damage.
A third cheap option to treat sunburn is using aloe vera gel, which is known for its cooling effect and its anti-inflammatory features.
The NHS explains that if you experience sunburn, you should get out of the sun as soon as possible and cool your skin with a cool shower, bath or damp towel.
If you experience any pain, you could consider taking painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen. You should also cover sunburnt skin from direct sunlight until it has fully healed.
It is not recommended to use Vaseline or petroleum jelly on sunburnt skin. You should also avoid putting ice or ice packs on your skin, or popping any blisters.
If your skin starts peeling off, you should not scratch it or try to remove it. After experiencing sunburn, you should also wear loose-fitting clothes to allow your skin to heal.
If you have been out in the sun and your skin is blistered or swollen, if you have a high temperature or feel tired, dizzy and sick you should get an urgent GP appointment or contact NHS 111.
You should also get medical attention if you have a headache and muscle cramps, or if your baby or young child has sunburn.
Getting sunburnt can increase your risk of skin cancer. Cancer Research explains that in the UK, almost nine in 10 cases of melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer, could be prevented by staying safe in the sun and avoiding sunbeds.
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