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I had few photo shoots this week i've used 50spf it didn't help i've got burn it is very itchy red and painful. how to treat it and prevent it in future ?
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EverybodyGetsBurned: Right now ibuprofen and cool compresses may help. If really severe,a steroid shot may help. Just because it says SPF 50 doesn't mean it is for you.First you should get a sun block with zinc or titanium in it (they block and reflect); any other added sunblock chemicals may help too as long as they block both A and B waves.Next, apply liberally and rub in,then repeat about 1/2 hour before going out.
Answered 11/8/2014
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