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Expert tips on preventing heat rash this summer and quick relief options from £2.50

We're all thrilled that warmer weather is finally here (at least for now), but it can also bring a host of skin irritations – including heat rash. Also known as prickly heat or miliaria, this skin condition is common in hot weather and particularly affects babies and children, causing uncomfortable redness and itching.

Also known as prickly heat or miliaria, this skin condition is common in hot weather and particularly affects babies and children, causing uncomfortable redness and itching. If you've always been puzzled by what triggers prickly heat, how to alleviate it and, even better, how to avoid it altogether, we're here to lend a hand with some expert guidance and top product recommendations to make your summer more comfortable. An option for the face (Image: Amazon) For quick heat rash relief, experts recommend cooling down your skin simply press a cold compress or ice pack on it for several minutes.

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