Summer is a beautiful season, but it does not come without certain problems. We all wonder how to deal with red skin and burns, or how to get rid of pesky insects.
That's why we'd like to tell you how to avoid 8 unpleasant moments that summer can bring. We've also provided some ideas on how to deal with these situations should you run into them.
1. Sweating and Odor
Sweating and smelly feet and underarms can completely ruin your summer look. A good idea to avoid this is to wear socks and clothes made of natural materials such as cotton or leather. Change your clothes daily and shower regularly on hot days.
Another useful trick to stop sweating is replacing coffee with green tea. And take some time to choose a deodorant or antiperspirant that will suit you best.
2. Razor Cut
Aftershave rash may occur if you rarely shave your body in winter, especially in sensitive areas such as the bikini area and underarms. To reduce redness, swelling and itching, take a few drops of lavender oil, mix it with your aftershave lotion and apply it to the affected area.
Alternatively, mash a few strawberries with a little cream. Apply to the affected area for a short time and wash with warm water.
3. Thigh skin irritation
If you like short shorts or mini skirts, walks on a hot day can end up with irritated skin on your thighs. To get rid of this, moisturize your skin regularly. Use creams that contain natural vitamins C and E, calendula or cucumber extract. Take a daily shower and carefully wash off the soap afterwards. Take a cool shower to relieve irritation. Do not put ice on the irritated areas as this can cause frostbite.
4. Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes and other insects like to bite you, appear in your wine glass and annoy you with their buzzing. To keep them out of your house, you can use a few tricks. Buy a natural oil-based repellent that contains tea tree oil or lemon eucalyptus oil.
Lemongrass and cinnamon oil keep mosquitoes away. Therefore, burn a few drops of them near your terrace in the evening. If you have a swimming pool, clean it regularly to stop mosquitoes from breeding in the water.
5. Dust
Dust that comes from open windows in summer can be one of the causes of allergies and asthma. To keep your house clean and your body he althy, vacuum once a week, change and wash your bedding. Limit dust accumulation to ease the cleaning process. Take care of pets - comb their fur and clean their paws before letting them back into your home. If you have a child with allergies, leave the stuffed toys in the freezer for 48 hours before letting them play with them. This will kill dust mites.
6. Food poisoning
Diarrhea, nausea and vomiting are common symptoms of food poisoning. Eating something spoiled in summer becomes easier. People gather around the grill and usually cook a lot of food, which spoils more easily in warm weather. If your food poisoning is mild, you'll just need to drink plenty of water and rest.
If you feel unwell for more than a few days or if you see blood in your stool, contact a doctor. If the poisoning is mild, products such as tomato juice, watermelon and olives can help relieve symptoms. These products are rich in antioxidants that will help you flush out toxins from your body.
To prevent poisoning, wash fruits and vegetables properly, eat fresh foods instead of ready-made or pre-cooked, and check the look and smell of everything you eat.
7. Dry skin
Dry skin provoked by hot dry air can cause itching, cracks, early wrinkles and discoloration. Working with chemicals or high temperatures can worsen the drying effect. To prevent this, use with a moisturizing shower gel instead of regular soap.
Apply moisturizers and choose them according to your age. Clean your skin regularly and use salicylic acid lotion. Don't forget to apply sunscreen, wear sunglasses and stop smoking - it stops normal blood circulation to the skin.
Also, get a humidifier for your home and dress in natural fabrics.
8. Sunburn
Sunburns usually appear on unprotected skin after a sunny day. To avoid them, cover your body with clothes and your head with a hat. Use sunscreen every 2 hours or more often if swimming and drink plenty of water.
If you are burned, apply a cream with camphor, aloe or menthol and use a cold compress. If the affected area is too large or painful, contact your doctor.
