Sunburn Relief

[Sweetfudge]

i was in vegas over the weekend, and stayed out in the pool too long. what does everyone recommend?

[JennyC]

Well, I learned in a first aid class that putting anything on a burn, even a sunburn, is bad because it keeps the heat in. That being said, I have always used aloe gel. It's cooling and soothing. If the sunburn is severe then I would use a pain relieving spray like Dermaplast.

Hope you feel better.

[tarnalberry]

I used to use either aloe (as pure as you can get) or lidocaine (the spray) if it's really painful. what I've learned recently, however, is that the cells that are most badly damaged from the UV exposure are the ones that peel off, so discouraging peeling is not the best route to go, long-term skin health wise.

[wowzer]

My son just got a bad sun burn. The pharmacist suggested putting the aloe vera gel in the refrigerator.

[Eriella]

If it starts to peel, put olive oil on it!

[jerseyangel]

Cool washcloths and Tylenol

[CarlaB]

Drink lots of water, sunburn is dehydrating.

Aloe vera gel from the plant itself if you can get one.

[corinne]

A frozen bag of peas etc. gives some temporary relief although don't put it on so long that the skin gets too cold and causes more damage.

[de caps]

I was told by my Doctor to take 400mg of Motrin. It's anti-inflamatory properties help to pull the redness out and take away some of the pain.

Feel better soon.

[Tephie]

i was in vegas over the weekend, and stayed out in the pool too long. what does everyone recommend?

I know this will sound crazy, and you probably don't have this on hand. But plain old Afta Shave is amazing, it takes the burn right out, but only if you can stand smelling like an old man for awhile. When I first met my husband and he had me use it for a sunburn I thought he was nuts, but it works!

Stephanie

[Guest Doll]

Bingo on taking an anti-inflammatory, like Aspirin! I also think Aloe Vera gel or a cool bath would help. You can also use an OTC topical anti-inflammatory or steroid, like hydrocortisone. Make sure to drink lots of water!

Hope you feel better soon!

[Sweetfudge]

I know this will sound crazy, and you probably don't have this on hand. But plain old Afta Shave is amazing, it takes the burn right out, but only if you can stand smelling like an old man for awhile. When I first met my husband and he had me use it for a sunburn I thought he was nuts, but it works!

Stephanie

that sounds like a good plan

still burned but its getting better. been drinking lots of water, using aloe vera w/ lidocane, lotion, baking soda baths, advil. next time, more sunscreen!