Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Can anyone help me on how to get rid of sunburn and tanning?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Apply sunscreen q2hr: The SPF (sun protective factor) shjould be 30 or more. You should wear it on cloudy days too. Clouds do not block UV light. They do block IR so it does feel cooler when a cloud blocks the sun. Another important point is to check the base that the sunscreen is in. Make sure that it is oil soluble, not water soluble. Otherwise when you sweat, it will easily come off. Apply every 2 hts. 4 a burn use
Answered 7/22/2016
1.1k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
What do I do to get rid of a really bad sunburn fast and what do I do to get it to stop itching?
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
A member asked:
I look like I have herpes but it's just a sunburn. Please help me get rid of this as quickly as possible?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Got sunburned were my scabies are will that affect me trying to get rid of them?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
