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Warning of harmful UV rays Proper sun protection on the beach is particularly important
These days the summer holidays start in some federal states and many people are looking forward to the sun, the beach and the sea. However, anyone planning a beach vacation should pay particular attention to good sun protection in order to protect the body from harmful UV radiation. Because of the water and bright sand you are exposed to the sun very intensively. Correct creaming is therefore indispensable - especially in children. Good orientation is offered by the so-called "UV index". This shows up-to-date on how strong the burden of the sunburn causing rays is.
Health hazard due to UV radiation
Summer is finally here and many people spend their free time outside. But that is not without danger, because who is too often and too long in the sun, risks long-term serious damage to the skin. Because, as the German Cancer Aid informs, it ages faster due to ultraviolet radiation (short: UV radiation), and it can also damage the genome of skin cells and skin cancer.
Proper sunscreen is particularly important on the beach. (Image: contrastwerkstatt / fotolia.com) Cream half an hour before going out
If you have fair skin, hair and eyes, you will get sunburn faster than people with darker complexions and should therefore be even more careful. Here is the simple rule: The lighter the skin type, the less time should be left in the sun without adequate protection. In order to avoid sunburn, it is important to apply plenty of sunscreen every time before leaving the body. Experts repeatedly warn against not forgetting the nose, ears, lips and neck, as these areas burn very quickly. It is important to have a high sun protection factor, and it is also necessary to apply regular creams for longer stays outdoors.
To protect children especially well
This is especially true for babies and children. Because they do not yet have fully developed skin protection against UV light and, accordingly, get a sunburn much faster than adults. Accordingly, only sunscreens with a SPF of at least 30 should be used here, for particularly light-sensitive, extremely fair-skinned children SPF 50 is recommended. In addition, it is important to always make sure that the little ones are well protected by clothing and shady places, under two Years should children on the advice of the Federal Center for Health Education (BzgA) not in the direct sun.
When sun protection should always be based on the UV index, the German Cancer Aid warns in a message. This index is compiled by the Federal Office for Radiation Protection in cooperation with the Federal Environment Agency, the German Weather Service and other institutions. It can be accessed online on a daily basis. A scale of 1 to 11+ indicates how strong the radiation is and which form of sunscreen is recommended accordingly.
Out of the sun at lunchtime
Those who spend a lot of time on the beach on vacation should pay attention to other things, because there is a high risk of getting a sunburn. The reason for this is that water and light sand reflect the light and thus provide greater UV exposure. This is indicated by the Professional Association of German Dermatologists (BVDD). If you want to avoid an unpleasant sunburn, but still want to enjoy the beautiful weather, you should avoid the blazing midday sun. According to the experts, the skin gets a stay outdoors - especially on the water - better early in the morning or in the late afternoon instead of between 11:00 and 14:00.
Effective home remedies for sunburn
If the skin still gets too much sun, the affected areas should first be cooled well. Good first aid to sunburn here include cool envelopes, e.g. with dish towels. These should be sterile to avoid inflammation. Quark also provides relief for burnt skin, as it is cooling and anti-inflammatory at the same time. Alternatively, yoghurt, kefir or buttermilk can be used - however, it is important for all dairy products that they are thoroughly washed off after use to prevent infection. Aloe vera or healing earth have proven to be effective as a further effective and natural home remedy for sunburn. Only small areas are affected, and even chilled bags of black tea can help
In case of a stronger sunburn, a doctor should be consulted in any case. This is the case when blisters on the skin form, the skin is dark red and symptoms such as nausea and vomiting, fever, chills, headache, a stiff neck and dizziness occur. Because these symptoms can be signs of a sunstroke, which must be urgently treated by a doctor. (No)