I'm A Dermatologist – Here's How To Get To Sleep With A Sunburn

Woman with sunburnYou might know which labels to check for on your sunglasses, use the right amount of sunscreen, and apply it often enough. You may even know to keep your sunscreen wrapped on a towel on the beach and ensure you always remember to get your ears. But I, at least, have learned a lesson in this unseasonably hot run; no matter how many protections you use, you should put a limit on how much time you spend in direct sunlight. If, like me, you’re dealing with tight, burnt skin at the moment, you might find it next to impossible to fall asleep. Thankfully, Dr Catherine Borysiewicz, a Consultant Dermatologist at King Edward VII’s Hospital, has shared some tips to help the sunburnt among us to finally catch some Zzzs. Sleep is a vital healing period Prepping your skin for a great night’s kip is important when you’ve burnt it, Dr Borysiewicz says, because a damaged dermis does a lot of healing when you sleep.“First of all, it is important to make sure you are well hydrated ahead of sleep,” she tells us. “This is a job for a long way before bedtime by drinking plenty of water thought the day, but it will reap rewards to give your body the fluid that it needs to rehydrate that dried out, sunburned skin.Try applying aloe vera, after sun, or a moisturiser before bed, too. Then, there are clothes to consider: “Wearing the right kind of sleepwear can help you be more comfortable and allow your skin to breathe,” the dermatologist writes. “Loose-fitting pyjamas or night gowns in a soft, breathable, non-abrasive fabric like cotton or silk will help minimise irritation.” If the pain is “acute,” try some over-the-counter medications like paracetamol to help you nod off. Your room matters tooFinally, Dr Borysiewicz tells HuffPost UK, ”You can maximise your chances of sleeping, and of your damaged skin being comfortable by sleeping in a cool room.”Though this can be tricky in the summer months, when you are most likely to be burned, “closing curtains in your bedroom during the day and keeping airflow using open windows and fans will be welcome steps for your skin.”Some less soothing news, though; “Ultimately, once you are burned, damage has already been done, and some discomfort will be unavoidable,” the dermatologist admitted.“The best way to cope with sunburn is not to have it happen at all, so make sure you use suncream whenever the sun is out and make sure to reapply regularly. Healthy skin is a gift, so treat it well!” Related...2 Quick Ways To Tell If Your Sunglasses Really Work, According To The NHSThese Common Medications Could Make The Heatwave Harder On YouThe Unexpected Effect Heatwaves Have On Your Phone's Signal

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