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Tips How To Heal Sunburn

By David Martin


Sunburns may be painful, itchy and also quite dangerous, and prevention is the best remedy, of course. It doesn't matter what color shade your skin has, you need to protect if from direct sun, using high sun block creams. If you still manage to get sunburns, here are some tips that might help you feeling more comfortable. So, learn how to heal sunburn.

You should apply your sunblock cream frequently, especially if you were swimming in the meantime. If you notice the redness on some areas, cool the skin rinsing it with fresh water or, when you can, take a cold shower. Immediately apply another layer of your sunblock cream and search for a shade. Wear a hat and some comfortable clothes. Wear the hat whenever you can, during summer months, your skin will appreciate it, and it looks great.

Once you come home, take a cold shower and leave the skin to dry naturally, without using a towel. Depending how serious your sunburns are, you might be having blisters on some area. If you do, apply a generous amount of mild moisturizer, containing aloe vera and, if it is really needed, protect the skin with a gaze. Take frequent showers to ease the pain and discomfort.

Natural skin products containing high percentages of Aloe Vera are the best for treating sun damaged skin. Nevertheless, make sure that there are no fragrances or chemical components such as benzocaine on the list of ingredients. Aloe vera is great for repairing, soothing and even cooling your skin, but other harmful ingredients is some products may cause itching or even allergies.

Take a pain killer or a simple aspirin to ease the pain and reduce the swelling. Wear some comfortable clothes and stay out from the sun. Drink as much water as you can, but avoid drinking any other liquids, except maybe freshly squeezed juice. Any alcohol is strictly forbidden because it will certainly make things worst.

There are some home remedies that might also be quite helpful. For damages without blisters, try applying cold yogurt on, or maybe sour cream, if you don't have yogurt. Hold it there for some time, and then rinse. Slices of fresh cucumber act reduce swelling, and cool the skin. Remember to take a shower, do not rub skin with a towel and apply moisturizer frequently.

Pure almond oil is also very good when it comes to repairing of damaged skin. Apply a small amount on the skin immediately after taking a shower, without wiping it first. Wear comfortable clothes and take aspirins every once in a while. If you have a good quality olive oil, preferably home made, it might also speed up the recovery.

In the next few days, you should be on some light diet, avoiding heavy and spiced foods. It's important to eat fresh foods, preferably fruits and vegetables, as well as to take larger amounts of liquids, especially water. Fresh fruit and vegetable juices are also a good idea, and if you crave for snacks, have some nuts instead.




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