5 Low Cost Ways to Soothe the Sting of Sunburn

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Each of us most likely has at least one memory of nasty sunburn. whether experienced personally, or by a close house member or friend, the symptoms are likely to contain anything from red hot skin - whether tender or painful to touch, to nausea, dehydration, blistering and flaking or peeling of the skin.

As anything who has experienced bad sunburn will verify, the whole of time spent causing the sunburn, is largely disproportionate to the length of time that can be spent suffering the consequences of its effects. In this respect, and depending on the severity of burning, -- pain and pain can persist for any days after the event, as the body works to heal and recover from the unprotected Uv exposure.

Unless the symptoms are severe, (in which instance you may need to reconsider healing treatment), here are 5 easy home remedies that will cost you next to nothing, and which will help in soothing the sting and pain of sunburn:

1. Cool baths: - Soaking in a cool * bath is one of the best ways to draw heat from the skin and soothe the pain and pain of sunburn. (Avoid 'cold' as this can cause the body to go into shock.) Here are some further things to add to your baths for further relief:

a. Add 10 drops of so of critical oil (chamomile or lavender) to the bath. Soak for 15 minutes or until relief is felt. b. Adding baking soda (or oatmeal) to a lukewarm bath can also ease sunburn pain. For this treatment to work best, try to make sure that all affected areas are submerged. Bath water can be poured over your body using your hands or a soft washcloth. Burned facial areas can be moderately dabbed using the cloth, or alternately you can splash water directly onto your face. After soaking, lightly pat the skin dry with a soft towel (preferably cotton). If you've take an oatmeal bath, let the light coating of oatmeal that clings to your skin remain. c. Adding vinegar to the bath water will help in taking the sting out of sunburn.

2. Rubbing alcohol: - Because it evaporates so quickly, dabbing on rubbing alcohol will quickly cool and ease the pain of sunburned skin.

3. Vinegar: - Vinegar is an efficient and cooling treatment for sunburn. Soak towels with it, and apply to the burned areas. Alternately you can fill a spray bottle and spray it directly on the skin as needed.

4. Egg Whites: - If your burn is painfully hot, separating the white from the yolk of an egg, and then spreading the white over the affected area will help to cool the burning instantly. This can be repeated as often as needed.

5. Potatoes: - Potatoes can also be used to ease the pain of sunburn. Take 2 potatoes and wash them well. Cut them into tiny chunks and place in a blender to liquefy. (If the follow appears too dry, add some water). Pat the affected areas with potato juice. Wait until dry, and then rinse off in a cool shower or bath.

Remember that as well as causing varying degrees of pain and pain, repeated sun exposure and sunburn also accelerates the aging process and can growth the risk of cataracts and skin cancer. Stoppage therefore should also always be thought about more preferable than treatment!

Disclaimer: These are home remedy tips only, and should not replace your regular condition care provider. If in doubt at any time in relation to your sunburn, please seek the appropriate condition care assistance.