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Summer hasn’t said goodbye yet and so we will certainly face several sunny days when it’s possible to catch a tan. This can also happen during clear winter days, when skin can similarly get sunburned as in summer. What to do in such a case if you don’t have familiar products on hand like sprays or body lotions? Simply use what you have at home. These things work best for burns.
Milk
Yes, plain milk is a great choice for sunburns. When you take it out of the fridge, it will cool you and, thanks to its composition, help regeneration. It’s ideal to soak a handkerchief in the milk and apply it to the burned area.
Aloe vera
The unique plant that is perfect for the skin. It can very effectively relieve pain, as well as speed up healing and regeneration. Today you can buy aloe in gel form, or you can squeeze the needed juice from your plants.
Potatoes
Potatoes are not just an ordinary side dish, but they are also a good aid for burns. The starch from them soothes the skin and helps healing. Ideally, finely blend the potatoes and apply to the burns.
Tomatoes
Similar to potatoes, tomatoes are also very suitable. They have a lot of water, which will cool and hydrate the area. In addition, they contain other substances. Here too it is appropriate to blend the tomatoes and apply them.
Coconut oil
This burn aid is useful thanks to its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. It eliminates the risks of possible accompanying problems, reduces redness and also helps the skin to be better moisturized so it doesn’t dry out.
Chamomile
The well-known herb suitable not only for calming the mind but also for soothing burned skin. The best method is a stronger chamomile decoction into which a handkerchief is soaked and then applied to the burned area.
Cucumber
It contains a lot of water, which is its big plus, since it hydrates and cools. It also contains beneficial substances that help regeneration and healing. You can apply slices or grated cucumber to the burned area.
Water
If you don’t have any of the above, don’t despair and use plain cold water, soak a handkerchief in it and place it on the burned area. This will cool it and at the same time help hydration.
