The beach is often a fun and relaxing time. There is the sand, waves, sun, and scenery. There are some things about the beach that may not be too good. Like everything else, there is a downside to going to the beach: chafing!
One of the biggest complaints that people have is chafing. Chafing can be irritating and painful. These are some ways how to prevent chafing at the beach.
Prevent Chafing
Creams
There are creams on the market that can be applied to the skin to stop chafing before going to the beach. These creams will stand on the skin even when they come in contact with sand and water.
Some of the creams may be messy to apply but they are worth it. Zinc oxide can be used to treat this condition. It can be put on the skin and stop chafing before it starts. There are creams designed for anti chafing and they can be found online or at the local pharmacy.
Anti Chafing Swim Wear
There is a line of swimwear that was designed to prevent chafing: DryFins. Some anti-chafing swim shorts were made to handle this problem. These suits are made with anti-bacterial and anti-chafe liner.
The liner will not compress on the body and this will help prevent chafing of the skin. There are some brands out there and they can be found over the internet. For males, the shorts may be a little longer than the typical swim shorts.
Some men have reported that they are more comfortable and have a better overall fit. Women have reported that the shorts tend to run big. These shorts are also durable. They will not rip even if they are used time and time again.
Avoid Cotton
If a person does not have an anti-chafe bathing suit there are still some materials they should avoid. Cotton should not be worn on the beach. Some people will wear a cotton T-shirt or shorts.
Cotton will soak up moisture and this will make the clothing heavy. It will also fill with sand and will keep the moisture stuck to the body. When the fabric or sand rubs up with this it can be painful. Avoid cotton and find material that will wick away the moisture.
The fit of the swimwear is important when it comes to preventing chafing. Baggy swimwear is not good to wear to the beach. The loose material will rub against the skin and this will lead to irritation issues.
The swimwear should have a tight fit. Things do not have to be skintight but there should not be baggy clothing hanging.
Remove the Lining
The lining in regular bathing suits and shorts does more harm than it does good. it will be able to trap the sand in the swimsuit and this will rub against the skin. The lining can be cut out before going to the beach.
While some people may not want to alter their suit it is worth it to keep the skin protected.
Use a Chair
While laying on a blanket in the sand can be relaxing it is not the best option. It is better to sit in a beach chair. If there is a towel it is easy to track sand on it. Sandy feet can make a big mess.
To prevent chafing it is important to reduce contact with the sand, especially wet sand. The beach chair can help with this- as well as one of these rolling beach carts.
Rinse and Dry
When it is fun swimming it is not fun when the salt from the water gets stuck to the skin. To help this issue it is best to rinse off several times during the day. Most beaches have showers where a person can rinse their body off. It is smart to do this after getting out of the water.
If this is done while the body is still damp the sand will stick to it. Once a person gets out of the water they need to dry off, then rinse off. This will help remove salt that has gotten stuck to the skin and can lead to chafing.
These are some tips to allow a person to have a fun day at the beach without worrying about chafing. Chafing can be painful and these are some easy ways to avoid it.
Hi, I’m Ryan Nelson! I live in the Hamptons, out on Long Island, near Ponquogue Beach. The beach is a place where I can find peace and serenity. It’s a place where I can sit and clear my head. The waves crashing on the shore somehow helps me to relax, while also reminding me that I am far from the stressors of daily life.
