Don't spray sunscreen spray on your face, it will cause "white lungs"!

Big summer

Everyone is very conscious about sun protection

A product that is easy to re-apply has become popular - sunscreen spray

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But! Sun protection also has its own requirements

A young man in Changsha, Hunan, never thought

Spray sunscreen on face

It actually led to "white lung"!

A few days ago, Xiao Li (pseudonym), a 20-year-old young man from Changsha, Hunan, used sunscreen spray before going out. When spraying it on his face, he accidentally inhaled it and then developed symptoms of chest tightness and coughing .

The symptoms persisted until the next day and had not improved, so he hurried to Changsha Third Hospital for treatment.

After examination, lung CT showed that Xiao Li had large white lesions in both lungs, and the report indicated "white lung" .

Source: Hunan Daily

"White Lung"

It generally refers to the manifestation of severe pneumonia under X-ray or CT examination. The patient's lungs show a large white area, and they often experience difficulty breathing and respiratory failure. In severe cases, other organ dysfunctions may also occur.

"White lung" is common in people who are elderly (over 65 years old), have low immunity, have a history of chronic diseases in important organs (such as heart disease, stroke, chronic kidney disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, etc.) or have multiple diseases coexisting (for example, high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, and renal insufficiency).

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Why do people get “white lung”?

The doctor from the Radiology Department of Changsha Third Hospital in Hunan Province said that in addition to the most common causes of "white lung" such as infection and diffuse alveolar hemorrhage syndrome, inhalation of harmful substances such as dust and spray can also cause "white lung" . This young patient inhaled some sunscreen products into his lungs due to improper use of sunscreen spray, which led to the occurrence of "white lung".

Doctors remind that when using sunscreen spray, you should pay attention to the principle of moderation, try to cover your mouth and nose when spraying , and it is not recommended to spray directly on the face. The sunscreen spray should be sprayed on the palm of your hand first, and then applied evenly on the face .

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Improper use of sunscreen spray

Be careful or it will turn into a flamethrower in seconds!

Firefighters once conducted an experiment: they used chicken legs to simulate human skin, sprayed them with sunscreen spray for about 5 seconds, then took out a lighter to ignite it. At this time, the chicken legs suddenly caught fire, accompanied by a "sizzling" sound.

The main difference between sunscreen spray and sunscreen is the dosage form. The sunscreen ingredients are actually not much different , such as physical sunscreens (titanium dioxide, zinc oxide) and chemical sunscreens (methoxycinnamate, octinoxate, polysilicone-15), etc.

Ingredient list of a sunscreen spray (Internet photo)

Sunscreen spray mainly uses ethanol (alcohol) as a solvent and is packaged in pressurized gas cylinders. Most products contain combustible propellants as a power source, so they must be used correctly!

How to use sunscreen spray correctly?

1. Choose mild, non-irritating products that are suitable for your skin type . If you are intolerant to alcohol, do not use sunscreen sprays containing alcohol.

2. Due to different individual skin types, before the first use, you can apply a small amount of sunscreen spray to the back of the ears, the inside of the elbow joints and other parts for a skin test , and keep it on for 24 to 72 hours to make sure there is no discomfort before use.

3. When using sunscreen spray, spray it mainly on the body, and keep at least 15-20 cm away from the skin . When using it on the face and neck, spray it on your hands first, and then apply it evenly with your hands. If it gets into your eyes accidentally, wash it with water immediately; if you feel discomfort, stop using it.

4. Do not use sunscreen spray on abnormal areas of the skin such as wounds, redness, swelling, or eczema.

5. Do not spray continuously for more than 3 seconds at close range (such as within 10 cm) on the same body part. Long-term or close-range use may cause frostbite on the skin.

6. Do not use it in small, enclosed, unventilated spaces such as toilets and cars. Pay attention to ventilation when spraying . Close your mouth and nose tightly when using it. Do not inhale deliberately to avoid inhaling large amounts of spray.

7. Keep out of reach of children , and children should use sunscreen spray under adult supervision. It is recommended to choose sunscreen products with mild formula and "Little Golden Shield", the children's cosmetics logo, for children.

8. Sunscreen sprays usually contain flammable substances. Please store them in a cool, dry and ventilated environment and avoid direct sunlight. When using, keep them away from fire, heat sources, static electricity, do not hit the product, and do not puncture or throw the product or the empty can into the fire.

Finally, I would like to remind you who love beauty that if you experience allergies or other physical discomfort after using sunscreen products, stop using it immediately and go to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible!

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