Sunburn

No, infrared does not cause sunburn. Those are ultraviolet rays that cause sunburn.

No, sunburn is not a girl; it is a skin condition caused by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. It can affect anyone, regardless of gender, and results in red, painful skin, peeling, and in severe cases, blisters. Sunburn is a reminder of the importance of sun protection for all individuals.

It can take anywhere from a couple of days to a week or even two. It all depends on the severity of the burn, and the area of the burn. You can help it along and reduce discomfort by taking cold showers and moisturizing often (aloe vera is useful because it cools the burn while moisturizing), and taking ibuprofen. Drinking lots of water will also help the skin repair itself.

Ethnic groups with higher levels of melanin in their skin, such as those of African, Asian, and Mediterranean descent, are more likely to have a natural tan rather than a sunburn. Melanin provides some protection against UV radiation, allowing these individuals to tan more easily. In contrast, individuals with lighter skin, typically of Northern European descent, are more prone to sunburn due to lower melanin levels.

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A sunburn damages the epidermis, the outermost layer of skin, by exposing it to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which leads to inflammation and the death of skin cells. This damage triggers an inflammatory response, resulting in redness, swelling, and pain. Over time, the affected skin may peel as the body sheds the damaged cells to promote healing. Repeated sunburns can increase the risk of long-term skin issues, including premature aging and skin cancer.

Absolutely. Same as getting sun burnt off of the waters reflection at a pool when your not in the actual rays of the sun.

photosensitivity

Not commonly no, but in certain cases yes (depends on the individual and how their body responds to the radiation in the sunburn).

Histamines are produced by mast cells (white blood cells), they are released and cause an inflammatory response where there is an invading foreign pathogen in the body. This is an immune response telling your body that an unknown pathogen is trying to enter, and it shouldn't be there. When you are affected by sunburn, your body is invaded by the harmful radiation of the sun, which isn't supposed to be there. In most cases treating it with Aloe Vera, or other moisturizers will help the skin heal over the course of 3-4 days.

However, in some cases, if the sun exposure is bad enough, around 24-48 hours after the burn, you may experience an uncontrollable burning/itching (most commonly in your back). This is the response of your body releasing histamines to tell you there's radiation damage in your skin. The body tries to close the pores of your skin to prevent any further penetration, this causes the heat already under the skin to be trapped. Which is why along with the itching and burning, your back feels like it's 105 degrees Fahrenheit. This is also why at this point lotions like Aloe Vera, and even sprays with Lidocaine don't help. Instead they act like a wall on top of the closed pores, guaranteeing no heat will be released.

(Solution)

Many people have scoured the internet to find the solution to this problem, and many have home remedies that help. However, to stop the uncontrollable itch you have to understand what caused it. So, since we know that Histamine release is the cause of our discomfort, any over the counter Antihistamine will work to reduce the symptoms to a bearable state. After 24-36 hours after the itching started, the itching should no longer require treatment, and your skin should feel better again.

Pain in sunburn does NOT usually come from the blisters so there is no need to pop them. The pain comes from disrupted pain sensors in the skin that are firing nearly continually. Something like "nupercainal" ointment will take the pain away for awhile. Aloe Vera is probably the best, but needs to be applied frequently. HOWEVER, you should not put such salves on "broken skin" - which is what you would have if you popped blisters.

It is best NOT to pop blisters. The most significant thing to watch for in a burn is infection - popping blisters breaks the skin barrier and allows bacteria to enter inside the skin and burn.

IF, the blisters pop on their own or accidentally, the burn must be kept clean and as sterile as possible. Burn and/or antibacterial creams and ointments should be applied and covered with sterile bandage. IF there is sign of pus, or reddening around the edges, or it is not healing by 2 - 3 days you need to see a doctor about some antibiotics.

you can pop the pus with a needle but make sure you clean it really good

ummm well.. nothing really its just a typical sunburn but on your face. the best way to get ride of it... lots of sunscreen put some Alvera stuff on it... take cold showers and you'll be good to go.(:

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A very bad sunburn will blister, yes.

leaving them exposed to sunlight for prolonged periods of time.

No, sunburn is a burn. It kills the surface layer of skin and this will peel off. However, gentle, short and prolonged exposure to the sun (never getting burned in the process) will cause melanin to appear in your skin. This sort of tan is not caused by a burn and is a semi permanent change in your skin (provided exposure to sun is kept up) and this will not peel off. HOWEVER please remember that exposure to the sun (UV rays) is harmful to the skin and can cause skin cancers later in life - bad sunburn is especially dangerous for this!

Use aloe on it and AVOID shampooing for several days as it can worsen the burn.