Relieve sunburn in children with Plouf

by Virgile Cachon on January 27, 2023


Did your child get a sunburn? What should you do? 

What is a sunburn?


A sunburn is a burn following a significant exposure to the sun's UVB rays. Before getting a sunburn, there is tanning which is a defense reaction against the sun's aggression. Beyond the tanning, the sunburn destroys thousands of cells of the epidermis.

For an adult, a sunburn is less dangerous than for a child. But why? The skin of a child is much thinner but above all it does not have the defenses that an adult has.

Of course as everyone, the children do not all react the same way to the sun. For example, if your child has dark skinit will still need to be protected from the sun's rays so as not to draw on its solar capital which will remain to him during his life. The latter will not be renewed.

 

 Can you identify sunburn immediately?

The sunburn is not visible quickly, it appears after a few hours.

There are two types of sunburn:
- The first degree burn. This is redness without blisters.
- Second degree burn. These are water blisters that should not be pierced. Because they could become infected.

The second type is the most worrisome, and you should call a doctor as soon as possible.


When should I call a doctor?

Before calling a doctor, make sure it is not a first degree burn, but if it is a second degree burn, consult immediately.

In addition, if your child has the following symptoms:

- Fever
- Vomiting
- Blistering
- Dehydration see our article : Recognizing and preventing dehydration in children

 

Effective Grandma's Recipes:

 

Lavender

It has soothing properties but is also used as an anti-inflammatory and healing agent. Put the dried lavender in a thin cloth and place it on the bottom of the bathtub. Leave your child in the water for 10 to 15 minutes. 

 

Plain yoghurts

It has calming and anti-inflammatory properties. It is necessary to apply a thick layer of yogurt on the skin and let it rest for 15 minutes before removing it with fresh water.

 

Aloe Vera

Everyone knows the many beneficial properties of aloe for the body. Indeed, it is healing and softening. Put some organic gel in a jar on the burns and when the skin has absorbed the gel, put another layer on. 

 

Honey

A natural antioxidant, they help rebuild the epidermis and soothe the burn. Apply honey to the sunburned area and leave for a while. Honey is a technique widely used in the medical field to soothe burns.

 

 Some tips to protect your child from the sun:

- Use a sun cream with a protection factor of 50+
- Apply sun cream every 2 hours or more depending on the amount of sunshine - from head to toe - and after every swim
- Keep your child in the shade as much as possible
- Put on a hatand sunglasses
- Never leave your child naked; wear loose-fitting clothing. Anti-UV bathing suits should cover arms and thighs.

The Plouf floating swimsuit is also UV-resistantRemember to protect arms and thighs with sunscreen.

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