"Sunburn Relief - Oh, There Ain't No Cure For Those Summertime Blues - Wrong!"

Whether you're attending a ball game, swimming or some other outdoor summertime activity, you should make sure you pack some sunscreen.

So, I’ve also included a brief overview on how to pick the correct sunscreen for your skin type and information on sun poisoning.

Sunscreens are rated according to their sun protection factor or SPF. The SPF number on the label tells you how strong the sunscreen is, and how long you can remain in the sun before burning.

The higher this number, the longer you can remain in the sun. Here's an example of how you can determine the proper SPF for you:

For example, say you are an individual that typically burns after 12 minutes of exposure to the sun. If you apply a sunscreen with an SPF rating of 15, you should be fine for 15 times your average time for burning. The formula is: 12 minutes x SPF 15 = 180 minutes.

Before choosing a sunscreen, however, you should determine what type skin you have. The American Academy of Dermatology recognizes six different skin types, including:

I. This type always burns easily and is extremely sensitive to the sun and never tans. They should use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 for this type.

II. This type usually burns easily and has very sun-sensitive skin. They also tan minimally. They should use a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 for extended use. An SBF of 15 is fine for everyday use.

III. A type 3 individual sometimes burns, and will tan gradually to a light brown color. This type is sensitive to the sun. They should use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15.

IV. A type 4 individual burns minimally, always tans to a moderate brown color, with minimal sensitivity to the sun. They should use a sunscreen with an SPF of 15.

V. A type 5 individual rarely burns, tans easily and has sun-insensitive skin. They should use a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or lower.

VI. A type 6 individual never burns, is deeply pigmented and has sun-insensitive skin. They should use a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 for all day exposure, even lower for everyday use.

Sunscreens provide the best form of sunburn relief, as they help prevent you from developing one in the first place.

• Chills
• Dizziness
• Electrolyte imbalance
• Fatigue
• Fever
• Fluid loss
• Headache
• Nausea
• Rapid breathing
• Rapid pulse

After an individual develops sun poisoning, you should get them out of the sun immediately, preferably to a cool, shady place. For example, going indoor where there is air-conditioning, or taking a cool shower are good ideas.

Next, apply aloe vera lotion to the burned areas of skin.

Now, take two aspirin, not ibuprofen. Aspirin has been found to help with ease the pain without any negative side effects.

Drink plenty of water, but do it slowly. By drinking fluids too quickly, you can cause yourself to throw up.

Try to stay indoors for several days until you are fully recovered. If, at any time, you develop a high fever or can't control your vomiting, you should visit your emergency room immediately.

1. Apple cider vinegar - You can spray the vinegar onto the burned areas, or soak small towels and vinegar and apply to the skin.

2. Run a bath of cool water and add 2 cups of oatmeal to it. Soak in it for 30 minutes, and you should experience sunburn relief.

3. Grate cucumbers and mix with milk. Apply this mixture directly to your skin.

4. Mix two egg whites, one tablespoon of honey, one tablespoon of witch hazel and apply directly to the burned areas.

5. Apply honey directly over the burned area. Alternatively, mix it with lime or lemon juice and apply it to the skin.

6. Purée some strawberries and apply directly to the skin for sunburn relief.

7. Apply a towel to the burned area that has been soaked in witch hazel.

8. Add four tea bags to two tablespoons of boiling water. After boiling them, and the tea bags are at room temperature, squeeze the liquid out of them and apply to the burned areas. This should provide some sunburn relief.

9. Add 2 gallons of milk to the tub and soak. No water, just milk.

10. Cover the burned areas with mayonnaise. This should help ease the pain.

11. Add 1/2 cup of baking soda to a warm bath and soak for sunburn relief.

12. After a cool shower, dry off and apply baby oil to the burned areas.

13. For immediate sunburn relief, apply shaving cream to the burned areas. Not only does shaving cream help stop the pain immediately, it also helps to take the red skin color out.

14. Try applying some cocoa butter with moisturizer to the burned areas. This will help to keep the skin moist, and minimize peeling.

15. One thing you can do to alleviate sunburn pain is to apply cold plain yogurt to the burned areas.

16. Apply pure aloe vera gel to the burned areas to help soothe burned skin and help with healing.

17. Soak some towels in a solution of half water and half plain white vinegar. This can relieve pain when applied to the skin.

18. Drink plenty of fluids. A lack of fluids can cause headaches and fatigue.

19. To a bath, add 20 drops of lavender and chamomile essential oils and soak for 10 minutes for sunburn relief.

20. Apply peppermint oil to the sunburned skin for sunburn relief.

21. Squeeze the juice from a few lemons into some cool water. Apply this mixture to your skin using a towel.

22. Mix one cup olive oil with 1/2 cup vinegar and 1 teaspoon iodine with a few drops of perfume to help with the pain.

23. Apply rubbing alcohol to the burned areas. Rubbing alcohol evaporates quickly to cool and ease painful burned areas.

24. Make a paste of cornstarch and water, apply to the burned areas and let dry.

25. Dab evaporated whole milk on burned areas using soft cotton ball.

It's summertime, the season for outdoor picnics, swimming at the beach, and, if you're not careful, the season for a sunburn.

Yes, after that long summertime drive, you begin to notice the burn in that arm that you've left hanging out the window.

Soon afterwards, your arm is sporting that telltale red lobster look and you're feeling the pain.

Next time, you'll remember to use sun block, won't you?

Short of that, I hope some of the above mentioned remedies help.

Nonetheless, have fun this summer.