During summer trips, we cannot avoid exposing bare skin to direct sunlight. Too much sun exposure can cause sunburn. Some skin symptoms when sunburned include:
Skin becomes red, feeling hot and painful on the touch.
After a few days of sunburn, the outermost layer of skin will die and peel off, possibly becoming patches.
Blisters can appear, and when broken, they can cause skin infections.
To avoid sunburn when traveling in the summer, you should do the following:
Avoid outdoor activities when the sun is harsh (from about 10 am to 4 pm).
Wear a wide-brimmed hat, covering to prevent skin from directly exposed to sunlight, but you still need to keep it ventilated to cool down your body.
Use sunscreen with a minimum SPF of 15 or higher, apply sunscreen about 15-30 minutes before going out and repeat it for about 2 hours/time. Note that even if you have applied sunscreen, you should still wear long clothes when going out and stand in the shade (if any).
If you have symptoms of sunburn, cool your skin immediately with cool water, avoid scrubbing your skin. At the same time, you should go to a medical facility immediately for care if your skin has blisters, pustules, or severe skin pain.
