Burns - page 8

Burns are skin damage that may occur due to heat, sun exposure, steam, hot water, friction, chemical irritants or other external factors. Depending on the severity of the damage, the skin may become red, warm, painful, tight, irritated, sensitive to touch or prone to peeling and cracking.

In the Burns category at ApotekaOnline, you can find selected products designed to soothe, protect and repair damaged skin. Special focus is placed on premium dermocosmetic lines such as La Roche-Posay Cicaplast, Avène Cicalfate and Uriage Bariéderm Cica, which are commonly used for irritated, damaged and sensitive skin.

What types of burns are most common?

The most common types are mild superficial burns, sunburns, irritation caused by friction, and skin damage caused by contact with heat or external irritants. In milder burns, the skin is usually red, sensitive, warm and painful to touch, while more serious burns may be accompanied by blisters, stronger pain, swelling or deeper tissue damage.

If the burn is large, deep, accompanied by blisters, severe pain, changes in skin color, or is located on the face, hands, feet, genital area or affects a young child, medical advice is recommended.

Common causes of burns and skin irritation

• Sun exposure and excessive time in the sun without adequate protection.
• Heat, steam and hot water, especially in everyday home situations.
• Friction and pressure, which may cause superficial skin damage.
• Chemical irritants, harsh products or cleaning agents.
• Dry and weakened skin barrier, which reacts more easily to external factors.
• Sensitive skin in children, elderly people or people prone to irritation.

Recommended products for burns and irritated skin

What should you do in case of a mild burn?

With mild burns, the first step is to soothe the skin and prevent further damage. The skin should be cooled with lukewarm or cool water, without placing ice directly on the skin. After that, the area should be gently dried and products that soothe, hydrate and support repair of the surface layer of the skin may be used.

Harsh products, alcohol, fragranced products or peeling skin removal are not recommended. If blisters appear, they should not be pierced, as this may increase the risk of infection and slow down skin recovery.

Premium cica sprays for sensitive skin after burns

When the skin is painful, warm or uncomfortable to touch, sprays may be especially practical because they can be applied without intense rubbing. Products such as La Roche-Posay Cicaplast B5 Spray, Avène Cicalfate+ Spray and Uriage Bariéderm Cica Spray are excellent choices for irritated skin that needs gentle and practical care.

Skin repair after burns

After the acute irritation calms down, the skin often needs additional repair and hydration. Products from the La Roche-Posay Cicaplast, Avène Cicalfate and Uriage Bariéderm Cica lines may help care for skin that is dry, tight, irritated or prone to peeling after superficial damage.

During the recovery phase, it is important to protect the skin from sun, wind, cold weather and additional friction. If the area is exposed to the sun, high SPF protection is recommended once the skin has calmed down and closed.

Read our expert blogs

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• Children’s burns and their treatment

How to care for skin after burns?

• Cool the skin with lukewarm or cool water, but do not place ice directly on the burn.
• Do not pierce blisters, as this may increase the risk of infection.
• Avoid harsh products, alcohol, fragrances and products that sting.
• Use soothing and repairing products adapted to sensitive skin.
• Protect the skin from sun exposure, especially during the recovery period.
• Seek medical advice in case of large, deep, painful or complicated burns.

Pharmacist’s advice