Ways to ease the pain of a sunburn
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Sunburns can cause a great deal of discomfort. If you are suffering from a sun burn, try one of these methods to help reduce the pain.
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Apply fresh aloe or aloe gel
this will get rid of the pain and take some of the heat out
20 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
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Wear breathable, cotton fabric
the worst thing is heavy clothes over a sun burn
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3.
A lidocane spray from a drugstore is great for serious burn
soothing and cool
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4.
Green tea baths may help ease discomfort
gets rid of the heat
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5.
Do not use soap on the burn
this can cause irritation and redness
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6.
Take an anti-inflammatory such as ibuprofen if you have a headache, fever, or chills
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7.
Make sure all clothing is loose-fitting
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8.
Do not pop sun blisters
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Take a lukewarm oatmeal bath
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10.
Bathe in tepid water
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11.
Stay out of the sun until the burn fades
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12.
Noxzema facial cleanser is said to work similar to aloe; apply and do not wash off
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13.
Soak a cloth in cold milk and apply it to affected skin
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14.
Drink plenty of fluids
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15.
Use a chilled, calming lotion
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See a doctor if you have severe burns or blistering
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17.
Use high-SPF sunscreen to prevent future burns
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18.
Cover up completely if you must be in the sun
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19.
Vapor rub is said to reduce sunburn pain
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20.
Wear a hat if you are in the sun
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