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Step 1
After being sunburned you have severe aches, pains, itchy skin, and swelling. Aspirin or Tylenol can help relieve these symptoms by taking 2 tablets every 4 hours. If your stomach can handle Ibuprofen, you can take 2-3 tablets every 8 hours. That will start to relieve your discomfort.
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Step 2
Cold water can be used from the faucet or you may add a few ice cubes to help inflamed skin. Dip the cloth into the water and lay over the burned areas. Apply to skin several times a day not exceeding 15 minutes a time.
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Step 3
Skim Milk can also be used to soothe skin. Use a mixture of 1 cup of skim milk to 4 cups of water. (ice cubes may be added for addition comfort) This may be done in a bath tub or you can sponge solution over burned areas every 2-4 hours for no longer than 20 minutes at a time.
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Step 4
Oatmeal wraps can also help sooth a burn. Place dried oatmeal in a gauze or cheesecloth, close and run cool water through it catching the water in a bowl. Discard the oatmeal and dip the compresses in the liquid which may be used every 2-4 hours.
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Step 5
Witch Hazel is another remedy for a sunburn. Moisten a cloth with Witch Hazel and dab over burned areas. You may also use cotton swabs or q-tips to apply and relieve discomfort.
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Step 6
Baking soda will also help relieve pain. Sprinkle 1/2 cup into bath water and soak. When getting out do not dry off. Let it dry on your skin.
Comments
lemonpeppoart said
on 4/19/2009 Very good suggestions for all who have been fried by the sun. And who hasn't? Nice job!
gntlben said
on 4/18/2009 Great article. I get sunburned all the time, and it always kills me. Five stars.
ttbirdie said
on 4/17/2009 Thanks for the tips how to cool sunburn down, 5*
ttbirdie said
on 4/17/2009 Thanks for the tips how to cool sunburn down, 5*
achenoweth said
on 4/16/2009 This will come in handy. Thanks for sharing. 5* and recommendation