How to Relieve Sunburn, Heat Rash, Bug Bites & More

Whether you’re jetsetting on an adventure, glamping with the gals or planning Staycays all season, summer is better with Simple Jane.

Here are our favorite summer skincare solutions to have fun and feel great all season long:

Stay Cool with Frosted

Cool A Heat Rash, Soothe Bug Bites & More

*Heat Rash is caused by blocked sweat glands that prevent sweat from releasing through your skin. If you’re experiencing tiny, itchy humps and a prickly sensation on your skin, this could be a sign of heat rash.

 

Apply a Frosted Mist all over your body, on the back of your neck and pressure points to regulate body temperature and keep things cool.

Why Does Sunburn Feel Like the Flu?

It’s all fun in the sun…until you've had too much fun in the sun and it feels like the flu.

According to thehealthy.com "Summer isn’t exactly flu season, so if you feel achy or have other flu-like symptoms after a long day in the sun, they may actually be sun poisoning symptoms. “When the skin is damaged by UV rays, it releases chemicals that basically turn on the immune system and make you feel terrible like you’ve got the flu,” says John Anthony, MD, dermatologist at Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. "

Sunburn can make you feel like you have the flu because of the body's inflammatory response to the damage caused by ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Here are the key reasons:

Immune System Response:

    • When your skin is overexposed to UV rays, it triggers an immune system response to repair the damaged skin cells. This response involves the release of inflammatory cytokines and histamines, which can cause systemic symptoms similar to those experienced during the flu, such as fever, chills, and fatigue .

Dehydration:

    • Sunburn can lead to dehydration, especially if it is severe. The damaged skin loses its ability to retain moisture, and you might also sweat more in an effort to cool down. Dehydration can cause symptoms like headache, dizziness, and fatigue, which are also common in flu .

Damage to Skin Cells:

    • UV radiation causes direct damage to the DNA in skin cells, leading to cell death and the release of cellular debris. The immune system responds to this damage by sending white blood cells to the area, which can cause localized pain and systemic symptoms like those experienced during an infection .

Here are some things to find relief:

CBD: Known for its anti-inflammatory properties, CBD helps soothe irritated skin, reduce redness, and promote overall skin health. It's perfect for calming sunburns and other skin irritations and promotes faster would healing. 

Shea Butter: A powerhouse moisturizer, shea butter is packed with vitamins A and E, providing deep hydration and protection against environmental stressors. It’s the ultimate ingredient for soft, supple skin.

Organic Emu Oil: Rich in essential fatty acids, emu oil penetrates deep into the skin to provide intense hydration and promote healing. It’s especially effective for dry, cracked skin and conditions like eczema.

Himalayan Salts : packed with over 80 essential minerals and trace elements, including magnesium, calcium, and potassium, offering numerous benefits for sun-damaged skin.

* Poison Oak/Ivy Relief

Swap your oatmeal bath and calamine lotion for a soak in Plain Jane CBD Bath Soak. This unscented restorative soak is made with unrefined mineral salts and pure CBD oil to soothe the itch, reduce swelling, inflammation and risk of infection.

Allow salt to dissolve in a cool/warm (not hot!) bath and soak for at least 20 minutes to experience results. Pat dry with a washcloth that can be thrown away.

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