How to Treat Ichy Skin From a Sun Burn
When the skin is damaged from sunburn, blistering and dryness of the skin occurs. This can lead to intense itching, which can be painful on skin that is already sensitive from sun exposure. To soothe sunburn itch without irritating the skin, certain natural substances can be applied that contain oils and anti-inflammatory properties. Does this Spark an idea?
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Apply a skin-soothing oatmeal mask. Oatmeal contains vitamin E and will not only soothe itchy skin but also relieve inflammation. To make an oatmeal mask, boil 2 cups of water and pour into a bowl. Add to it 1 cup of raw, rolled oats. Stir the mixture well and allow it to sit in the bowl until it cools completely. Once cool, it can be spread on the areas where the sunburn has begun to itch or peel. Leave the oatmeal mask on the skin for at least 20 minutes, then rinse using cool water. Repeat as often as necessary.
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Apply aloe vera-infused olive oil. Aloe vera gel is known to relieve the burn of a sunburn, but it is also useful for reducing inflammation. Olive oil is highly emollient and can be massaged into sunburned skin to reduce the peeling and itching. Combining aloe vera gel with olive oil will create a skin-soothing oil that will relieve itching. In a bowl, mix together 1/4 cup aloe vera gel and 1/4 cup olive oil. Mix well. For 5 minutes, rub the mixture into the areas that are peeling and itching. Use circular motions with the fingers. When finished, allow the oil to be absorbed into the skin. If excessive oil remains, wipe off the excess with a soft cloth.
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Apply a honey and Calamine lotion mask. Honey is a skin-soothing, inflammation-reducing substance that can also be used to alleviate itching. Calamine lotion is typically used for treating the extreme itchiness of a chickenpox rash, but it can also relieve itching from sunburn rash. Because Calamine lotion can be drying, it should be combined with honey. Pour 1 cup of raw honey in a bowl. Add 1/4 cup Calamine lotion. Spread the mixture onto the areas of sunburn that itch. Leave on for at least 10 minutes. Rinse off with cool water.
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emu oil! Definitely...as soon as you realize you are burned and reapply a couple of times a day...will totally prevent that awful sun burn itch! Seriously!
