sunburn relief?

Question

does anyone have any sunburn relief ideas. my hubby son and i went to the waterpark yesterday and forgot the sunscreen. any ideas on how to relieve the sting of the burn would be great

Answer 1

What first-aid measures should be taken with sunburn?

If symptoms of severe sunburn are present, the victim should receive professional medical help. While awaiting treatment, he or she should not drink cold water, which can trigger chills. If compresses are applied, they should be dipped in cool or tepid water, not cold water.

If the symptoms of sunburn are mild or moderate, the victim should drink plenty of water to replenish lost fluids. He or she may then do any or all of the following:

Apply dampened cloths or compresses to reduce the heat and lessen the pain;
Soak in a bathtub of plain soap-free water (Soap can irritate the burn);
Gently pat the skin dry afterward - do not rub it;
Apply a soothing cream, lotion or another preparation approved by a physician or pharmacist;
Note that some preparations, in particular those containing benzocaine, can trigger an allergic reaction;
Note too, that certain ointments can retard healing by sealing off the skin from the air.
If blistering occurs, apply a bandage to prevent infection; and
If the discomfort warrants, take a painkiller such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen.

Answer 2

Aloe Vera Gel

Answer 3

Aloe Vera Gel Works really good but it will burn a little, put it in the fridge and its gives nice cool relief

Answer 4

100% Aloe Vera Gel. Any brand will work, hence the 100% part. Noxzema feels good, but the alcohol inside will do more harm then good.

A tepid bath with Vinegar works real well too, it smells a little, but who cares?

Good Luck to both of ya!!

Answer 5

Aloe Vera...it stings a little after you first put it on but in a day or two it starts to feel better.

Answer 6

I always use old fashioned white vinegar. Just soak paper towels in it and lay them all over your body. Sure it smells, but the burn goes away instantly! I promise.

Answer 7

rub vinegar on it...i am very pale complected & burn walking by a window!!!! vinegar is the only thing that takes the sting out for me, & prevents blisters.

Answer 8

by solarcare it takes the sting u can get it at a regular store

Answer 9

Cocoa Butter usually works well.

Answer 10

Aloe, plain yogurt, cucumbers.