Sunburn

Also known as:  UV Erythema;  UV-Induced Erythema

Sunburn is an Inflammation of the Skin caused by excessive exposure to Sunlight (a Photosensitivity Disorder) - Sunburn is caused primarily by the UV-B component of Sunlight.

Alpha-Hydroxy Acids

 Glycolic Acid (applied topically to sunburned skin) may alleviate the pain associated with Sunburn and may accelerate the healing process for Sunburn.  ^[1]

Carotenoids

 Beta-Carotene may increase the amount of exposure to Sunlight and Ultra-Violet Radiation that can be tolerated prior to the manifestation of Sunburn.  ^[2]

 Canthaxanthin may increase the amount of exposure to Sunlight and Ultra-Violet Radiation that can be tolerated prior to the manifestation of Sunburn.  ^[3]

 Lutein may increase the amount of exposure to Sunlight and Ultra-Violet Radiation that can be tolerated prior to the manifestation of Sunburn.  ^[4]

 Lycopene may increase the amount of exposure to Sunlight and Ultra-Violet Radiation that can be tolerated prior to the manifestation of Sunburn.  ^[5]

Cosmeceuticals

 Glucose Tyrosinate (added to standard Sunscreens and applied topically) may further enhances the ability of Sunscreens to protect against Sunburn. 

 Sunscreens are specifically formulated and marketed to protect the Skin from the various forms of Electromagnetic Radiation that can cause Sunburn.  ^[6]

Enzymes

 Superoxide Dismutase (applied topically) may help to prevent Sunburn.  ^[7]

Hormones

 Melatonin (cream applied topically prior to sun exposure) may help to prevent Sunburn (via a similar mechanism to topical Sunscreens) and may also help to repair the damage caused to the Skin by Sunburn.  ^[8]

Lipids

 Alpha-Linolenic Acid (consumed orally) may increase the period of exposure to UV-B that can be tolerated before Sunburn begins to occur.  ^[9]

 Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) may increase the period of Sunlight exposure that can be tolerated before the onset of Sunburn occurs.  ^[10]

 Squalene (applied topically to the Skin or as a component of endogenous Sebum) may help to delay Sunburn.  ^[11]

Minerals

 Selenium (lotion applied topically) may help to prevent Sunburn.  Oral Selenium may also be useful.  ^[12]

 Sodium Bicarbonate (1 cup added to bathwater) may reduce the Pain associated with Sunburn. 

Prescribed Medications

 Diclofenac (gel applied topically) may alleviate the Pain, Erythema and Edema that occurs as a result of Sunburn.  ^[13]