What takes the sting out of a sunburn

What Takes The Sting Out Of A Sunburn. Adding vinegar to the bath water will help in taking the sting out of sunburn. It only takes one bad sunburn to make a negative. Over-the-counter painkillers like ibuprofen or paracetamol can take the sting out of your sunburn and help you rest more comfortably. Weve looked into it for you and the very best thing you can do to diminish the intense redness is to take actions to properly heal and conceal your skin.

Indulge in some aloe Aloe vera gel is many peoples go-to when they have sunburn. Sunburn treatment is designed to attack the burn on two fronts – relieving reddened inflamed skin while easing pain. Cool the skin by taking frequent cool baths or showers or by applying a compress such as a towel dampened with water to relieve the pain. Apply it it thickly and do not rub in. Using your shower head lightly rinse off with cool water. Soak towels with it and apply to the burned areas.

McMillen RN BSN college health nurse at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.

I know it sounds nasty. Keep the blisters out of the sun to help expedite healing. Add some lavender or chamomile essential oil to the bath to help relieve some of the stinging and pain. Use straight aloe vera or an aloe-based product such as Mukti Organics Aloe Vera Moisturiser and apply directly and liberally to the sunburnt area. As long as the moisturizer doesnt sting. To take the sting out of a burn try soaking it in cool but not cold water for 10 minutes so it doesnt feel as hot and painful.