There’s no worse feeling than the pain of sunburn; if you don’t treat it right away, it can cause even more damage to your skin and lead to peeling, blistering, and even infection. The good news is that there are plenty of things you can do to take care of your sunburn so that you can finally feel better (and get back to enjoying the outdoors) as soon as possible! This article will teach you all about three proven ways to cure sunburn fast.
1) Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera is a natural anti-inflammatory that can help soothe sunburned skin. Aloe Vera juice also has natural healing properties and provides relief from pain, inflammation, and discomfort. You can apply Aloe Vera as an ointment or use it in a spray bottle to get soothing benefits on your skin.
2) Cucumbers
Cucumbers are a natural and easy way to cool the skin and help with sunburn relief. Slice up some cucumbers and place them on the affected areas for about 15 minutes. This will not only cool your skin but also soothe pain and inflammation. Also, keep in mind that eating cucumbers can hydrate you.
3) Tea Bags
The most traditional way of curing sunburn is by using tea bags. Boil some water and steep a bag in it for a few minutes. Then, place the steaming tea bag on your sunburn and cover it with a towel or cloth. The heat will help reduce the swelling and the tannins in black tea can soothe your skin while minimizing inflammation. It’s also important that you don’t remove the tea bag until it cools down completely. Once cooled down, discard the bag to avoid burns.
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