10/05/2025
🥵 😬 Sunburned? Here's how to relieve your symptoms until your skin heals:
▪️ Cool down: Take frequent cool baths or showers to relieve the heat.
▪️ Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water to help your body recover.
▪️ Pain relief: Over-the-counter painkillers like paracetamol or ibuprofen can help ease discomfort.
▪️ Protect your skin: Wear loose clothing and avoid further sun exposure until healed.
Your nearest pharmacist can advise you on the best treatment if you have sunburn.
Read more: www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/injuries/skin-injuries/sunburn
With more hot weather expected in the next few days, prevention is better than cure:
▪️ Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids throughout the day.
▪️ Dress appropriately: Wear loose, light-colored clothing and a wide-brimmed hat.
▪️ Seek shade: Avoid direct sun exposure between 11am and 3pm.
▪️ Use sunscreen: Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30, and reapply every two hours.
For more information, visit: www.nhsinform.scot/healthy-living/outdoor-health/how-to-stay-safe-in-hot-weather