Forehead break out after being in sun

[Burleyk]

I have the same identical problem. You described it perfectly. I would add that whether I use sunscreen or not does not impact it. I never had it until I turned 40. I am fair skinned too. I don't have to get burned to get it. I noticed it when cutting wood, mowing, golfing ... anything that makes me sweat. I am not a big sweater either. I try to wash my face soon after coming in. I don't know if that helps.

The bumps are more like surface pustule which are really tight and "crisp". They are surface and not deep like a traditional zit or ingrown hair. Please help us out Doc.


This discussion is related to forehead only rash, acne, allergic reaction?.

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

What you describe seems like sweat dermatitis or heat rash or miliaria ( prickly heat).

You should try to keep the area dry and clean. Try some powder to absorb the sweat. Use a medicated sunscreen lotion - preferably one prescribed by a skin specialist and re apply it every 2 hrs. Apply calamine lotion at the sites. Was the sites with fresh water several times daily.

If the symptoms are still persistent, consult a dermatologist and get a proper clinical evaluation done.

Let us know if you have any doubts and keep us posted on how you are doing.

Hope this helps.

Good luck.