Sunburn Remedies

14 Wild Ways People Soothe Their Sunburns Health Hack: Aloe Vera Ice Cubes Some people freeze aloe vera in an ice cube tray to rub gently on burned skin. Health Hack: Cold Milk Bath Some bathe in cold milk. They argue it's great for burned skin. WHOLE MILK Health Hack: Witch Hazel Witch hazel is an anti-inflammatory astringent that can minimize pain and itching. Some use it to WITCH HAZEL sothe sun-irritated skin. Health Hack: Yogurt They say yogurt fights bad breath. But does it help soothe sunburns? Some sunbathers swear by it. YOGURT Health Hack: Earl Grey Tea your thing? Some swear it helps applying teabags straight to the skin or diluting it with water and dabbing with tea sunbu a wash cloth. Health Hack: Aloe Vera Cooling Towel Aloe vera is a classic, but this is new. Some innovative people freeze it on a towel & apply to burned areas. Health Hack: Shaving Cream SHAV CRE Shaving cream often includes glycerin which helps keep your skin moisturized. Some people think it helps hydrate sunburns as well. Health Hack: Watermelon We all associate watermelons with summer cookouts, but some use it to soothe summer burns, applying cool juice or fruit pieces directly to burns. Health Hack: Cucumber You've heard of cucumbers soothing tired eyes, but some think they soothe burned skin as well. Health Hack: Tomatoes Some claim tomatoes rubbed on sunburned skin soothes the burning sensation. Health Hack: Mayonnaise You might like extra mayo on your crispy BLT, but some wild folks apply mayo to their crispy skin! MAYONN Health Hack: Chamomile Tea Another cup of tea? Some spray cold chamomile tea on burned skin. Health Hack: Vinegar Or maybe you prefer pickling yourself? Some swear by vinegar for sunburns. Health Hack: Baking Soda BAKING SODA Baking soda can be used when baking, but is also known to replace toxic cleaners. Some people also use it to reduce itching. ZocDoc Disclaimer: You should always check with your doctor or professional healthcare provider before starting or changing any medical treatment. The information on this infographic is not medical advice and should not be treated as such. Sources: http://ifehacker.com/5872588/treeze-aloe-vera-in-ice-for-soothing-cooling-sunburn-relief http://www.complex.com/style/2013/02/50-life-hacks-that-will-make-you-more-stylish/earl-grey-sunburn http://voices.yahoo.com/the-three-best-natural-sunburn-remedies-3856478.html?cat=68 http://www.parents.com/kids/safety/outdoorisunburn-remedies/ http://www.urmc.rochester.edu/encyclopedialcontent.aspx?contenttypeid=1&contentid=173 www.zocdoc.com