2006-07-31 07:27:45 · 22 answers · asked by ? 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
Having been through my fair share of sunburns, here's my strategy.
1) Vinegar on a cotton-ball immediately after discovering the burn. Ever noticed how the skin feels hot? Well, it's still burning. The vinegar helps pull the heat out of the skin and keeps it from getting any worse.
2) Aloe Vera applied regularly (at least 2-3 times per day) until the burn is gone. This helps reduce the tenderness and promotes quick healing. Straight from the plant is best, or a 100% aloe gel. Putting it in the fridge feels good on the burn, but doesn't seem to affect how well it actually works. Lotions with aloe in them will work, but not as well.
3) When you start peeling, use lots of lotion. The skin peels because it has been dried out. Use lotion to add some moisture to your skin. It may not eliminate the peeling, but it will help it go away sooner.
2006-07-31 10:41:40 · answer #1 · answered by momofmalia 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I put aloe vera GEL in the fridge... let it get nice and cool and apply to the sun burned skin. Have the kids sit in front of a fan while the cool gel is on. This should relieve the pain. Maybe a little children't Tylenol would help, too. Good Luck!
2006-07-31 07:32:49 · answer #2 · answered by Blue22 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I make a paste with quick oats, vinegar and strong brewed tea. Smooth it on wait a few minutes, rinse in a cool shower (no soap it'll aggravate the burn) air dry (in front of a fan feels good) and apply a lotion with aloe vera. Then give ibuprofen right before bed.
The quick oats are very moisurizing and help prevent peeling
If this is to messy for you:
mustard
vinegar applied with a wash cloth
a bath with strong brewed tea
ibuprofen
add quick oats to bath water or you can buy aveeno
2006-07-31 07:35:38 · answer #3 · answered by pebble 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Another vote for aloe vera. If you don't have a plant, you could get aloe vera gel in a bottle at the pharmacy... it's also good for kitchen burns. It really does help with healing, and soothes the pain.
2006-07-31 07:33:42 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sunburn relief ointment with Aloe Vera
2006-07-31 08:06:22 · answer #5 · answered by Mike 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gold Bond medicated lotion and some olive oil to prevent peeling. I have one child that burns no matter what is used. The only sunscreen that works on her is the Bullfrog All Day gel. It has an SPF of 37.
2006-07-31 07:31:36 · answer #6 · answered by Mommymonster 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any thing will aloe vera. You can even go to your local plant shed and get the aloe vera plant cut it in long slivers, put in the ice box, and then rub it all over them.
its a good Idea to keep the plant on hand!
2006-07-31 07:31:30 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pick a aloe vera gel that has lidocaine in it. They can be found at your local wal-mart.. the brand I use is Ocean Potion. The gel is blue. It works wonders. And helps keep the skin moist.
2006-07-31 07:35:11 · answer #8 · answered by Mary J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Aloe Vera is one of the best. My kids swear by the Solicaine (sp?) spray. They say it feels cool and refreshing and does not sting.
2006-07-31 07:32:19 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
EMU OIL www.awesomeemuoil.com ,the best thing on earth for sunburn, takes out the pain and is usually gone by the next day.
2006-07-31 07:33:42 · answer #10 · answered by perplexed 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋