Prevent sunburn But how?

Sun protection for the skin is particularly important

06/15/2012

The sunny weather lures you to sunbathe, but it is urgent to ensure sufficient sun protection, to avoid negative health consequences. Like the Berlin dermatologist Dr. Gertraud Kremer to the news agency „DAPD“ explained, should be „protect everyone from the sun“.

In addition to the sun creams, according to the expert, a special diet to protect the skin and prevent sunburn. Based on a targeted diet, the skin can also be strengthened from the inside, emphasized Gertraud Kremer. As every sunburn increases the risk of skin cancer, sun-seekers should pay particular attention to proper protection. In case of doubt, only the avoidance of direct sunlight helps.

Daily moisturizer with SPF 12 to 15
In order to avoid sunburn, the skin should be protected in any case with a longer stay outdoors with sunscreen, said the Berlin dermatologist. Which sunscreen is appropriate, however, depends strongly on the skin type and the personal sun sensitivity. In general, the skin should be creamed with sunscreen best daily with a moisturizer of sun protection factor 12 to 15, said the Berlin dermatologist. Exposed skin areas such as the face, neck, décolletage and back of the hand should be protected in this way. Add to that „then the targeted protection with higher effective sunscreen“, whereby individually different sun creams are recommended, explained Kremer. Because not all humans would not have equal access to SPF 50. Rather, be „when sunscreen your own skin type and the personal sensitivity to the sun“ to take into account, the Berlin dermatologist further.

Individual differences in the required sun protection
People with fair skin and blue eyes are particularly sensitive to the sun's rays. „They quickly turn red, but not brown, and quickly catch a sunburn“, Kremer emphasized. You therefore a sunscreen with very high SPF is recommended. at „People with darker skin who turn brown quickly and are very insensitive to the sun“, However, even less high-dose preparations already provide adequate sun protection. „You can also protect yourself with a lower SPF“, explained the Berlin dermatologist.

Nutrition as an additional option for sun protection?
Although people can change little in their natural skin type, but their sensitivity to the sun's rays can be influenced by the diet, according to the expert. „Now eat a lot of fruits and vegetables to absorb vitamins and minerals“, recommends Dr. Kremer. In this way, the skin is strengthened from the inside and react less sensitive to the sun's rays. In particular, folic acid, vitamin C, vitamin E and calcium help the skin to defy the sun's UV rays, Kremer said. In case of doubt, in patients with strong photosensitivity, a dietary supplement therapy may be useful, but this should be done in consultation with a (specialist) doctor. According to the Berlin dermatologist „Studies have shown that taking a combination of folic acid and vitamin B12 can reduce photosensitivity.“ (Fp)

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