Skin burns that are caused by the sun are usually uncomfortable problems, since they cause redness, burning, spots and flaking (dropping of the epidermis due to the injury).
This problem generally occurs when we are exposed to the sun’s ultraviolet rays for a long time, such as going to the beach or field work with little skin protection.
Therefore, in this article we will share different home remedies that have a quick impact on skin regeneration and the recommendations you can take to avoid sunburn.
Home remedies to remove sunburn
Sunburns are minor skin injuries, this means that they are not a serious problem and you can use home remedies to recover quickly and easily, let’s see what these are.
aloe vera
According to the nursing magazine Scielo , Aloe Vera known as aloe vera is a plant that is widely used to treat skin lesions, since it has a large amount of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids that help cell regeneration.
cucumber slices
Cucumber is a great help for sunburns, since it is a great moisturizer for the skin due to its water content, vitamin E and natural oils, which works as a natural medicine to eliminate skin redness and burning.
Tomato slices
Sliced tomato has been well known to treat sunburns, as it helps relieve burning and rebuilds the skin, also prevents the appearance of blisters, and this is thanks to its moisturizing properties.
oatmeal bath
Dr. Nisith Sheth of the British Skin Foundation recommended through an interview with the BBC World, the oatmeal bath to treat skin burns, as it is known to reduce inflammation.
In this sense, we can mention that the oatmeal bath works to lighten the spots on the skin due to burns, lightening it and relieving the burning due to its anti-inflammatory properties. It can be used with warm or cold water.
cold water compress
Using cold water compresses can be an immediate solution for when you have a recent burn, this helps you to eliminate the heat that remains in the burned area and relieve the inflammation that has been caused.
milk compress
Cold milk compresses can be another immediate solution to treat sunburns, since milk contains vitamins A, D, lactic acid and other components that serve to reduce inflammation of the skin and regenerate it faster.
chamomile compress
Cold chamomile compresses help you quickly soothe pain and reduce swelling of the burn, since it has anti-inflammatory, sedative and antibacterial properties, which is good for regenerating the skin.
green tea compress
Green tea applied as a cold compress on the skin quickly relieves burning and redness in the affected area, as well as helping to reduce inflammation and rejuvenate the skin due to the nutrients it possesses.
parsley compress
Parsley has different vitamins and minerals that help regenerate the skin as well as being an anti-inflammatory to reduce swelling in the burned area. It also soothes redness applied as a cold compress.
papaya mask
Papaya is widely used to whiten and renew the skin, which means that you can use it in the form of a mask to treat sunburn and heal faster.
egg white mask
Using an egg white mask on sunburned skin will make the pain disappear quickly as it dries, usually 1 or 2 egg whites are used and applied with an unused cotton swab or brush.
cold yogurt
Using cold yogurt helps soothe burning skin from sunburn. It also serves to disappear redness, since it hydrates. It can be applied with a clean cotton and placed on the affected area for a short time.
This is because yogurt contains vitamins A, B, and E, which help regenerate damaged tissue. In the same way, it softens the pores, moisturizes the skin, and disinfects the affected areas.
Coconut oil
Coconut oil is very good for sunburns since it is very rich in vitamins and minerals which serves to regenerate the skin, as well as being anti-inflammatory and antibacterial to relieve irritation and prevent infections.
plantain leaves
Plantain leaves are used for sunburned areas of the skin, due to its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, which will prevent any possible infection and reduce swelling. You can use the leaf or the juice on the wound.
Vinegar
You can use vinegar to treat skin burns from the sun as a cold compress, since it quickly soothes irritation and neutralizes heat in the affected area, and if necessary you can change it every time it gets hot.
Also, vinegar has antiseptic properties that fight bacteria that can be lodged in burns.
Recommendations to avoid sunburn
It is good to take recommendations to avoid sunburn on the skin if you are usually exposed to it for a long time, so you can avoid the discomfort and discomfort of burning, redness and swelling.
The simplest and most practical ways to avoid sunburn are the following:
use sunscreen
The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends using sunscreens with an SPF (Sun Protection Factor) of 30 or higher so that the sun’s ultraviolet rays do not penetrate the skin and thus avoid burns.
Avoid exposing yourself to the sun during strong hours
One way to avoid sunburn is not to be exposed to the sun in the strongest hours, which is usually between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Since ultraviolet rays are usually more aggressive in that period of time.
Wear hats and glasses
You can get more protection from bright sunlight by wearing hats and sunglasses so that they protect your ears and neck, as well as around your eyes, which is often a sensitive area.
stay hydrated
Dr. Yolanda Yunta , a specialist in Aesthetic Medicine, recommends keeping the skin hydrated through moisturizing creams and drinking a lot of water, since our skin can be damaged due to sudden changes in temperature.
University Professional in the area of Human Resources, Postgraduate in Occupational Health and Hygiene of the Work Environment, 14 years of experience in the area of health. Interested in topics of Psychology, Occupational Health, and General Medicine.