Spending too much time in the sun can leave you feeling overdone. Excessive sun exposure can contribute to premature aging, wrinkles, and even skin cancer. Prevention is the key. But if you do get toasted, here’s how to feel better fast.
NATURAL REMEDIES FOR SUNBURN
After excess sun exposure, take a cool shower or soak in a tepid bath to which you have added 1 cup (235 ml) of alkalinizing apple cider vinegar or 7 drops of cooling and anti-inflammatory peppermint or lavender essential oil. Black or green tea bags are high in pain-relieving astringent tannic acid and can be moistened and applied to the skin or made into a tea and added to the bath water.
Another soothing bath for sunburn is 1/2 cup (111 g) of baking soda and a small handful of sea salt. Tepid oatmeal baths (use 1 cup [80 g]) are also soothing and cooling.
After your bath, apply 1 cup (235 ml) aloe vera juice with 10 drops of lavender oil to soothe the skin. Use just the amount needed to cover afflicted areas. Store remaining portions in the refrigerator in a clean, labeled glass jar.
Drink peppermint tea to cool you from the inside. Drink plenty of water to help rehydrate the skin.
Skip This!
Avoid further sun exposure until symptoms have subsided. Do not break blisters. Avoid midday sun. Be aware that you can get burned through light cotton clothing.
KEEP IN MIND
Look for natural sunscreens at health food stores and apply 30 minutes before exposure. Wear a hat that gives shade to the back of the neck and drink plenty of water.
This Treating Sunburn article is taken from :
The Country Almanac of Home Remedies - Brigitte Mars
