Common home remedies include:
-Aloe: Refrigerate the leaves of the plant, peel off the top layers, and then apply the flesh-exposed side of the leaf directly to the sunburned area. Repeat frequently or as needed. The opened leaf will contain a cooled gel and/or juice that will provide pain relief and reduce the amount of peeling. It is best to keep the burn moist. Aloe can also be purchased in an ointment form.
-Baking soda: Soak the sunburned body is a bath of lukewarm water and half a cup of baking soda. Do not towel dry, this will only cause further irritation. Air-drying is best. The baking soda will help to moisturize the skin and relieve pain and swelling.
-Cucumber: Cucumber is great relieving swelling and redness. Slice cucumber and apply directly to sunburned area and rub gently into the skin.
-Tea: Mint teas such as spearmint and peppermint teas are best. Brew several bags of tea; cool, and then apply the tea directly to the burn. It can be applied using fingertips, cotton balls, or simply sprinkled onto the skin. Using tea as a treatment option can help aid in the healing process because it contains tannin.
-Yogurt: Applying yogurt that contains active cultures can help aid in the redness and reduce pain.
-Apple cider vinegar: To help reduce blistering and peeling of the skin, keep the skin moist by applying apple cider vinegar to the sunburn with a cotton ball.
-Ice: To stop the burning sensation, apply ice directly to the sunburned area.
-Fluids: Avoid dehydration. Stay hydrated by drinking lots of fluids to maintain body moisture.
I think the remedies sound cool but I'm not so sure abt the yogurt and baking soda. Er... Better be safe then sorry so I advise you folks to omit them.
Anyway, my face is still freaking red but I think it is better than the day before.
Till then, speedy recovery!
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