I got very sun burned yesterday i need to know how to get it to feel better my face feels like its burning i have been putting lots of aloe on it any one have any advice 4 me that would be great?
2006-07-23 09:19:50 · 26 answers · asked by funlovingcaligurl 2 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body
Well, when I went to Santa Cruz I got completely burnt. My skin was coming off like crazy, I stung, and was all red. I put on aloe Vera, used an actual Aloe Vera plant, put cold rags on my face, and just basically waited for it to go away. It is miserable but I definitely suggest not going back out in the sun because then, more skin will become irritated and begin to peel along with the rest of it.
2006-07-23 09:23:20 · answer #1 · answered by mollibushnell_2@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.healthcentral.com/ency/408/000062trt.html
Sunburn first aid
First Aid:
Try taking a cool bath or shower. Or place wet, cold wash cloths on the burn for 10 to 15 minutes, several times a day. You can mix baking soda in the water to help relieve the pain. (Small children may become easily chilled, so keep the water tepid.)
Apply a soothing lotion to the skin.
Aloe gel is a common household remedy for sunburns. Aloe contains active compounds that help stop pain and inflammation of the skin.
An over-the-counter pain medication, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen may be helpful. DO NOT give aspirin to children.
Do Not:
DO NOT apply petroleum jelly, benzocaine, lidocaine, or butter to the sunburn. They make the symptoms worse and can prevent healing.
DO NOT wash burned skin with harsh soap.
Call immediately for emergency medical assistance if:
Call immediately if there are signs of shock, heat exhaustion, dehydration, or other serious reaction. These signs include:
Feeling faint or dizzy
Rapid pulse or rapid breathing
Extreme thirst, no urine output, or sunken eyes
Pale, clammy, or cool skin
Nausea, fever, chills, or rash
Your eyes hurt and are sensitive to light
Severe, painful blisters
2006-07-23 16:27:24 · answer #2 · answered by polllydooodle 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't bother with aloes and creams etc. Just use regular vaseline, it really locks moisture in and keeps the skin from cracking and turning red. I have very pale skin, and whenever I spend the day out in the sun, I get moderatly burned... vaseline works for me every time. Give it a shot, you won't be disappointed.
Wish you all the best!
2006-07-23 16:22:09 · answer #3 · answered by Dan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put some (a lot) of good old white vinegar in a bath full of luke warm water and dive in. Make sure you soak yourself in pure aloe vera too.
2006-07-23 16:24:51 · answer #4 · answered by Clinton E 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put the aloe in the refrigerator. so it will be nice and cool. Also, wash your face with cool water.
Hope your face feels better.
2006-07-23 16:23:10 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
after u put the aloe on use a basic lotion because aloe makes Ur skin tight and the lotion i would suggest Vaseline Fragrance free cause it won't burn
2006-07-23 16:22:29 · answer #6 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hey i burn easy too and the best thang ive found is to put some lotion on it for one thang when youre skin gets burnt it dries out making it tight thats one reason it hurts but if you can get some lotion like aveeno that will really help but dont get anykinda of loud smellin lotion and put on it cause chances are they have acid in em and it will make youre sun burn scream good luck to ya mommaseta
2006-07-23 16:24:43 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
aloe vera creams are great there is a page in here on tanning and skin care that should help you out better
2006-07-23 16:27:29 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Vinegar
2006-07-23 16:21:36 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Noxzema
2006-07-23 16:21:40 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋