About Sunbathing

When I am sunbathing, I tend to develop a skin rash. Can I do anything about it?

This may be a prickly heat rash, a condition in which the sweat glands become blocked in hot weather. Cool showers and loose fitting clothes can help, but if the rash persists, antihistamine tablets or calamine lotion, available from our online pharmacy, should relieve any itching. Alternatively, your skin may be reacting to the sun’s ultra-violet rays, or ingredients in your toiletries may be making you extra sensitive to sunlight. To avoid the rash, wash off all traces of fragrances, deodorant or soap before you start sunbathing – and apply a high UVA protection, hypoallergenic, fragrance-free sunscreen. Talk to our pharmacist about your skin rashes. Our pharmacist will be able to suggest a suitable sunscreen and offer advice to help you enjoy the sun without endangering your skin.