Top Questions on Avoiding Sunburn

Dr. Sajeev KumarC.S.C, D.C.H, M.B.B.SGeneral Physician

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Squeeze fresh lemon juice and add some honey to it. Apply the mixture on your skin and let it stay for 30 minutes before washing off with a mild cleanser. You can also add some sugar to the lemon juice to make a scrub. Honey and papaya face pack. The amazing exfoliating and bleaching properties of papaya makes it a perfect choice to remove suntan. The honey in this pack soothes and moisturises skin. 

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Dr. Prakhar SinghMBBS, Basic Life Support (B.L.S), Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Fellow of Academy of General Education (FAGE)General Physician

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You should not use any detan racipe without doctor's advice. It may be harmful and can lead other complications. We have to look into the details of the problem. Let's have a detailed discussion to ensure proper treatment. 

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Manas ChopraMBBS, MSc in Clinical DermatologyDermatologist

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You don't have to worry about vit d3. Just by going out normally with sunscreen on also will get you sufficient amount of sunlight for vit d. 

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Dr. Karuna ChawlaBHMSHomeopath

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You can apply aloe vera juice/gel from its leaf (fresh), not from ready-made gels available in the market. Remove the skin of an aloe vera leaf. Take /scoop out gel. Apply this gel to your skin. Wash with plain water after an hour. Or keep it overnight. Use some sunblock with spf (at least 50) every time you go out in sun. Apply it 30 mins before going out use umbrella when going in the sun. You need a proper constitutional med to get permanent relief. Ask for the consultation so that I can help you better. 

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Dr. RamakrishnaBHMS & MD, MCAHHomeopath

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DEAR BINDU, I SUGGEST NEUTROGENA SUNSCREEN LOTION WITH SPF -50, ALONG WITH THAT IF YOU CAN COVER YOUR FACE OR AVOID SUN EXPOSURE WILL BE MORE BENFICIAL. APPLY CREAM OF CURD DURING NIGHT, AND LEMON JUICE WEEKLY ONCE ALONG WITH ABOVE SUGGESTIONS TAKE PLENTY OF WATER AND SEASONAL FRUITS LIKE WATER MELON AND ORANGES/LEMONAIDS 

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Dr. Saju SanjeevMaster IN - Cosmetology, Bachelor of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences (BNYS)Cosmetic Physician

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Hello Lybrate user. Yes you have to use sunscreen in the day time if you were exposed to sun or not. But apply biluma first then sunscreen. 

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Dr. Karuna ChawlaBHMSHomeopathy Doctor

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Yes you can use sunscreen. But first do skin test by applying on a small part on your arm. If no adverse reaction, you can use it. 

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Dr. Sajeev KumarC.S.C, D.C.H, M.B.B.SCardiologist

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Pigmentation and tanning are the most common skin problems. You can regain your skin color by using some of the home remedies like use turmeric and saffron face pack.Use lemon mask on your skin. In fact use that beauty products that contains citrus fruit extracts. Moreover, you must use aloe vera gel as your daily night cream. You can also try patanjali kesar aloe vera gel. Use a good sun screen lotion before going to outside. Use this DIY:- Take 2 Vitamin E capsules. Rose water 1 spoon. 1 cucumber slice . and 1 spoon aloe vera gel. Mix them and use it on your face. You can also use a turmeric + Neem + rose water face pack . It will hydrates your skin very well. 

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Dr. Sajeev KumarC.S.C, D.C.H, M.B.B.SCardiologist

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To get rid of sun tan: you have to Mix a pinch of turmeric with some tablespoons of gram flour. Add some milk and rose water into the mixture. You might add powdered orange peel in the mask. Apply the pack on the affected area for 20 minutes, remove the pack and wash with water. 

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Dr. Shilpi BhadaniMBBS, MS - General Surgery, M.Ch - Plastic Surgery, Fellowship In Aesthetic Surgery, MRCSCosmetic/Plastic Surgeon

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It is not advisable to take medication prescribed without actually getting yourself examined. It is best if you visit a local dermatologist, have yourself examined and take the medications prescribed. 

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