Looks like you've had a great day in the sun. What's that? Your skin is burning and feels hot? Sounds like you got a nasty sunburn. Check out the tips below on how to successfully manage your sunburn.
- Now that you're cooked, avoid the sun. Burns CAN get worse!
- A good natural remedy is aloe vera, buy it in a tube or get it directly from the plant. Cut the plant down the length of the leaf, open it, and rub the clear, gelatinous part over the burnt area. Keep skin moist with very mild, unscented lotion.
- Wear loose-fitting, cotton clothing to help the skin breathe and avoid irritation from rubbing.
- Take something like ibuprofen to help with pain and inflammation.
- Drink lots of water to prevent dehydration.
- Take cool showers/baths and avoid harsh soap (which can dry/irritate) highly affected areas.
- Do NOT pick/peel your sunburn! Let the skin heal itself underneath and slough off naturally.Do NOT use petroleum jelly! It holds in heat and can cause more pain than you originally had.
07-23-2008, 05:54 PM
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