How To Prevent Heat Rash

Reduce Overlapping Skin

Any skin that's touching in the summer is at a higher risk of contracting a heat rash. Overlapping skin can be your bare arms against your exposed sides in a low-cut tank or swimsuit, your legs pressed together while wearing shorts to any other type of skin-to-skin contact. Cuddling or sitting closely next to others in the heat can also lead to a heat rash, and exposed skin also poses a greater likelihood of transmitting bacteria, which can cause irritation.

If any of your summer outfits cause rubbing or friction, try to reduce overlapping skin as much as possible by buying some longer clothing in an equally breathable fabric or adjusting your position to avoid prolonged skin contact.