Many of us have had to do, usually in the summer, with sunburn. Exposure to the sun’s rays, especially in patients with lighter skin or delicate, they can cause redness and in some cases even very painful burns. The Sun’s rays can even cause fever were caused by the accumulation of heat of the skin, especially in children.
Usually these rash’s resolve within a week, but there are many natural remedies with which we can lend a helping hand to our body during the process of absorption of the burn. Here there I will list some of those handed down by the popular wisdom.
Obviously, these remedies cannot replace a healthy sunscreen, especially in children, but they can help when the damage is done, so always remember to use creams with the right protection.
Aloe vera : You can find a gel or an ointment in Herbalist, to be applied on the affected area two or three times a day, has a refreshing effect, anti-inflammatory and speeds healing. This plant is definitely the best ally in nature to our skin. Those who have sensitive skin should never be without.
Potato : Apply on the skin reddened just cut a few slices soothes the pain and has an anti-inflammatory effect, also the starch content is very good for skin. Remedy definitely cheap and easy to find. Who does not have a potato in the house?
Apricot : You have to squeeze the pulp and apply it on the affected area, has a really refreshing.
Mint : Make a decoction of mint leaves and then apply it on the affected part is an ancient remedy for burns, even used by the Romans: It refreshes and has anti-inflammatory action.
Vinegar : Other ancient remedies, white vinegar mixed with a little ‘cold water and applied on a cotton swab reduces the burn almost immediately to help soothe inflammation. In addition, this is also a method that is easy to implement and guarantee relaxation in no time.
Bicarbonate : The often a good idea to take a bath with warm water and baking soda, especially when the rash is widespread, it helps to kill the pain and inflammation. Also good against your skin in general, having an exfoliating effect and disinfectant.
Tea: Prepare a poultice of green tea helps a lot to reduce the burning and has a refreshing and anti-inflammatory.
