Recognize The Characteristics Of Sunscreen Allergies In Your Face, Don't Use Goods!

Sunscreen (Freepik) allergies

YOGYAKARTA - Sunscreen or sunscreen is relied on as a skin care product to protect against exposure to the sun. Although it has benefits for skin health, unfortunately not a few people are allergic to the use of sunscreen. So what are the characteristics of sunscreen allergies?

The use of sunscreen is highly recommended for people who often do activities outside because it provides protection from UV rays that damage the skin. However, some people actually avoid using certain sunscreens because they cause allergies to their skin. Symptoms of this allergy are caused by chemicals contained in sunscreen products.

Therefore, it is recommended for you to be careful in choosing and using sunscreen products. Recognize the characteristics of sunscreen allergies so you can see if the sunscreen used is suitable for your skin type.

Sunscreen allergy is a negative reaction from the skin that occurs when exposed to active ingredients or additional ingredients in sunscreen products. Usually, this reaction occurs when the skin is in direct contact with the sunscreen. However, some cases of sunscreen allergic reactions can also appear after exposure to the sun.

Types of allergies that are common include allergic contact dermatitis (a result of contact with triggering substances) and photoallergic contact dermatitis (triggered by sun exposure after contact with certain substances). Here are the characteristics of sunscreen allergies that you need to be aware of:

One of the most common signs of sunscreen allergies is the appearance of redness on the skin. Body parts that are exposed to allergies will usually appear reddish and inflamed, especially in areas that are applied to sunscreen. This redness can appear in a matter of minutes until hours after use.

Sunscreen allergies are often accompanied by itching or soreness in the skin. Itching that appears can feel light to very intense, making a person feel uncomfortable. If you feel excessive itching or burning after using sunscreen, your skin may react to certain ingredients in the product.

Sunscreen allergies can also cause the skin to become very dry and peeling. These symptoms often occur if allergies last more than a day or if the skin is exposed to sunlight after using sunscreen. Peeled skin can be a sign that your skin reacts negatively to certain ingredients in sunscreen.

In some cases, sunscreen allergies can also cause the appearance of bentol-bentol or rashes on the skin. These bentols can be small such as a sweat or larger size, depending on how strongly the allergic reactions are experienced. These symptoms usually appear in areas of the face, neck, or hands, which are most often eroded by sunscreen.

In more severe allergies, the skin can experience swelling, especially in the face area such as eyelids, cheeks, or lips. This swelling is usually accompanied by pain and discomfort. If the swelling occurs, it is better to stop using sunscreen and immediately consult a doctor for further treatment.

Some people also complain that their skin feels hot or burned after wearing sunscreen, especially if exposed to the sun. This hot sensation is similar to the sunburn effect but not caused by UV exposure, but by allergic reactions to sunscreen.

Those are the characteristics of sunscreen allergies that need to be known as an effort to do appropriate skin care. Therefore, it is very important to choose a sunscreen product that fits your skin type. Also read the selection of sunscreen products for field workers.

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