Summer is everyone’s favorite time to hit the beach and enjoy the sun, but the sun can harm your skin more than you think, causing sunburn.
Sunburn is inflammation of the skin from long exposure to UV rays. It can cause redness, peeling, and even blisters filled with fluid.
So, it’s important to always use sunscreen that fits your skin type with the right SPF, and reapply it every two hours.
Luckily, there are some quick home remedies that can help ease sunburn fast, And in this article, we’ll see 8 ways to treat sunburn at home.
8 Ways to Treat Sunburn at Home
1. Cold Water
Since sunburn is skin inflammation, one of the easiest ways to treat inflammation is to cool the affected area. Water is a quick and effective way to help if you get sunburned outside. Just jump into some water.
Getting in and out of water several times a day can help prevent sunburn or at least reduce how bad it gets. Taking a cool bath helps too. But watch out for swimming pools since chlorine can irritate the skin more.
Also, don’t put ice directly on the skin, even if it seems like a good idea. Ice can actually cause more damage to burnt and very sensitive skin.
2. Baking Soda or Oatmeal
Adding a few spoons of baking soda to a bathtub full of cool water and soaking for about 15-20 minutes can help reduce sun damage and ease the burn.
You can also add a cup of oatmeal to the bath to soothe irritation and keep the skin’s natural moisture. Avoid rubbing the skin during or after the bath and just pat dry gently with a towel.
3. Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is a miracle plant for skin. The gel inside has been used for thousands of years to treat many skin conditions and burns. It’s a good idea to always have aloe vera nearby.
Aloe vera is a well-known sunburn remedy that you can use without a prescription. Just cut a piece of the plant and put the juice directly on the skin. This method can give quick relief and soothe mild sunburn stings.
If you can't use the fresh aloe plant or don't like the smell, make sure to try 100% aloe vera gel, not lotion or ointment. It's easy to find in most pharmacies.
4. Chamomile Tea
Chamomile tea can be one of the best herbs to calm your mental and emotional state, and it can also soothe skin with sunburn and cool it down.
Make chamomile tea as usual and let it cool. Then soak a cloth in it and put it on the sunburned area. If you're allergic to pollen, this treatment might cause a skin reaction.
5. Vinegar
Opinions vary on how well vinegar helps with sunburn. Some say adding two cups of vinegar to cold bath water can help ease sunburn. Others say vinegar’s acidity might make it worse.
So if you haven’t tried vinegar before for mild sunburn, it’s best not to use it on more serious sunburns.
6. Loose clothing
While treating sunburn, make sure to wear clothes that don't stick to your skin. Your skin is your body's biggest organ, so it's best to let it breathe enough to heal faster.
Use clothes made from natural fibers like cotton or bamboo to cover sunburn.
7. Plenty of water
Since your skin is badly damaged by sunburn, it needs the moisture lost while you were in the sun. So if you’re not drinking 8 glasses of water daily, now’s a good chance to start.
8. Moisturizers
After initial treatment, your skin still needs gentle, careful care. One of the best ways to stop or reduce peeling is to regularly apply moisturizer on the affected areas.
Use a moisturizer that’s free of fragrance and dye to avoid irritating your skin.
In the end, all these treatments are used for mild sunburns that can be managed, or severe ones to soothe the skin until you see a dermatologist if needed or in cases of fever or dehydration.
Make sure to keep your body cool and hydrated, and try to avoid the sun as much as possible to prevent further sunburn.
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