Health
Every summer, someone inevitably faces this problem: we forget to put on sunscreen and the result is sunburn.
Sunburn causes exposure ultraviolet radiation resulting in increased production of melanin in the skin. Melanin is the outer pigment in the top layer of the skin (epidermis) that gives it color. The increased production of melanin protects the deeper layers of the skin, while tanning acts as a shield from UV light.
Sunburn indicates severe skin damage, being an inflammatory response that requires healing.
Burns can be painful for several days.
Here are some home remedies to help you get relief from a sunburn.
Sunburn: how to treat at home?
1. Make
cold compress with iceAs soon as possible. Burnt skin requires immediate cooling, just use a towel to wrap up the ice before applying it to your skin.
2. Drink plenty of fluids... Burns drain fluid from the surface of the skin, causing dehydration and thirst in the body.
3. Apply periodicallymoisturizing means,
while the skin is wet. This will keep the skin hydrated and prevent dryness. Avoid petroleum-based products as they trap heat and make the condition worse.
Sunburn: how to smear at home?
4. A good remedy for burns isaloe vera... It heals the skin after minor burns. You can apply the juice of this plant directly to your skin, or use a cream or lotion that contains aloe vera. The plant oils reduce itching and burning and reduce the likelihood of skin flaking.
5. One of the temporary remedies to alleviate the condition with sunburns are gauze wraps withmilk... The coolness will reduce the heat, and the milk will create a layer of protein that protects the skin from subsequent discomfort. Pour the milk into a bowl and soak the cheesecloth in the milk, squeezing out any leftovers, and wrap it around the burned area.
6. Raw potatoes or
potato juicealso often recommended as a quick home remedy for sunburn. Potatoes contain starch-based compounds that provide temporary relief from pain and reduce burning.
7. Cool the skin withgreen tea and mint... The tannic acid and theobromine in green tea relieve pain and heal damaged skin. Boil water and brew several green tea bags with mint leaves. Cover and let sit for about an hour, then refrigerate. Using cotton pads or a soft piece of cloth, apply the liquid to the burn area.
Help with sunburn at home
8. Another popular burn remedy isbaking soda... Like milk, baking soda is one of those remedies that you will almost always find at home. It creates a cooling sensation on the skin by taking away some of the heat. Add water to baking soda to make a paste and apply to burned areas.
