1. Margarita Dermatitis
Margaritas, whether frozen or served on the rocks, can be refreshing and refreshing, but may cause more than just a hangover. If you dribble citrus juice onto skin exposed to sunlight, it can cause a painful burn known as phytophotodermatitis – also called margarita dermatitis. The rash is caused by furocoumarin, which can also be found in parsley, celery, and other plants.
The symptoms are at their worst in two to three weeks. The rash will only appear on the parts of your body that were in direct contact with the lime juice. It may look like streaks, drips, or other irregular patterns. Your skin may darken (hyperpigmented) as the blisters heal. This can take several months to disappear. Your doctor may prescribe a topical cream containing steroids and cold compresses to relieve the pain.
To prevent margarita skin, wash your hands immediately after handling limes. You can also rinse off citrus juice from your skin if it’s in the sun, even if you are wearing sunscreen. “Sunscreen does not protect as well against UVA [as it] does UVB,” says Bruce Robinson, MD, board-certified adult dermatologist and pediatric dermatologist at Lenox Hill Hospital, New York City.
2. Seabather Eruption
Have you noticed a rash on your underwear after swimming in the ocean? Seabather’s rash, or sea (Spanish for “itchy”), maybe the cause. It occurs when tiny sea anemones and thimble jellies get trapped under your swimsuit. They release stinging cells, which inject a toxic toxin causing an allergy on your skin. While swimming, you may feel a prickly feeling. In 4 to 24 hours, you may notice a patchy red bump that looks like bug bites and hives. “Until they disappear, they cause intense itch,” says Dr. Robinson.
The most common places to find sea anemones and thin-leaved jellyfish are along the east coast of the United States, from New York to the Gulf of Mexico. Lifeguards often display sea lice signs at public access points to the beach. This rash occurs more often in spring and summer and is most common among children under 15 and surfers who spend more time in the water.
It is best to shower, and removing your suit immediately after swimming in the ocean is best. This is because these creatures are known to release their poison into fresh water. To remove any organisms, thoroughly rinse your suit in hot water. To relieve itching, ask your doctor if you can use an antihistamine topical steroid or antihistamine. Use creams only on the face and groin. Could you not use them in children?
3. Swimmer’s itch
This rash is caused by microscopic parasites that are carried in warm, shallow water from lakes, streams, or the ocean. The inflammation is caused by tiny snail parasites that burrow into your skin in warm, shallow waters of lakes, streams, or oceans. This causes an allergy that appears as small red bumps or larger red welts. The parasites die on our skin because we’re dead-end hosts. Robinson says that the real problem with parasites is the itching.
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Avoiding swimmers’ itch is as simple as looking for signs of infested waters and avoiding marshy areas. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, parasites enter the skin when water evaporates. So, briskly rubbing your skin with a damp towel is advisable as soon as you exit the water.
4. Hot tub rash (folliculitis)
Hot tub folliculitis is a skin rash that can develop one or two days after you soak in water contaminated by a common bacteria called Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Hot tub folliculitis is more common (hence its name) because the hot water breaks down chlorine, which kills bacteria. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the rash may also appear after swimming in an unclean pool or lake.
Hot tub folliculitis is characterized by an itchy, red rash with tiny bumps measuring millimeters in size. The rash is worse in areas covered by swimwear. Also, you may notice itchy or tender pimples around the hair follicles. You should see your doctor if the rash doesn’t go away in a couple of days. You may need antibiotics.
Check the chlorine and bromine levels in the hot tub water before taking a dip. After you exit the hot tub, immediately shower with soap and wash your suit under hot water.
5. Heat rash
Heat rash, also known as prickly rash or miliaria, occurs when your sweat becomes blocked in your pores. It then builds under your skin. This is a common problem for babies but can occur at any age.
A heat rash is a rash that stings and itches. It usually looks like small, red bumps. Sapna W. Westley, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist in New York City. It also often appears when the skin rubs against itself, such as armpits and elbows. Heat rash usually goes away on its own. If you have a heat rash, you can ease it by removing tight clothing and cooling your skin. Wearing loose-fitting cotton clothing, using lighter moisturizers such as lotions instead of heavier creams and ointments, and staying in an air-conditioned area or the shade when it is hot outside will help you prevent heat rash.
6. The Polymorphous Light Emission
Polymorphous light eruptions (PLE) are hive-like, itchy bumps that appear on people with sun sensitivity. The rash usually appears on the chest and neck. It can also appear on the arms and face.
According to, 10 percent of people are affected by PLE. This is most likely those who live in northern climates versus southern ones. Other Data states that it affects women between 20 and 40. People with lighter skin tones are more susceptible.
In 10 days, the hypersensitivity to sunlight should disappear. As the weather gets warmer, the skin becomes accustomed to UV light. Dr. Westley says that it usually gets better throughout the summer. However, it would help if you still used sun protection on your vacations, at the beach, and in the shade. It may, however, occur at the same time every year as the seasons change.
Ask your doctor if you can take an antihistamine or apply itch cream. Your doctor may prescribe topical steroids in severe cases. Preventive measures are the best way to go: Stay in the shade whenever possible between 10 am and 2 pm, when the sun’s rays are brightest. Cover your skin when you are outside with light-colored clothing. Apply sunscreen of SPF 30 and higher to any exposed areas.
7. Cold Sores
Cold Sores is a viral infection that causes tiny, fluid-filled blisters around or on the lips. You may have noticed that you get more cold sores in the summer because of exposure to sunlight. Robinson says that people don’t know the sun can trigger cold sores.
Use sunscreen on your lips if you have a history of Herpes. Tell your doctor if you notice a cold sore developing. Take an antiviral medication within 24 to 36 hours after the symptoms begin. This can help prevent or reduce the outbreak.
8. Tinea Versicolor
Tinea Versicolor causes a fungal infection of the skin. Westley says fungal infections are more prevalent in summer because fungus thrives during humid weather. According to AAD, tinea versicolor can appear as white, pink, or red spots. The condition can be itchy and dry but is benign.
Westley says topical antifungal products can eliminate the fungus, though oral antifungals may be used if needed. According to, oral antifungals can be used during a fungus outbreak. Topical antifungals are effective at eliminating the fungus. You may have hyperpigmented skin for some time.
Jessica Migala provides additional reporting.