Beach-Net! Guide to the Delaware-Maryland Beaches

Sunburn Remedies

SUNBURN RELIEF CHART

SYMPTOMS PROBLEM RELIEF
Deep pink. Heat and Burning. Mild Sunburn Cool compresses of equal parts
milk and water.
Red, visible strap lines.
Itching, stinging.
Moderate Sunburn Aspirin every 4 hrs., over
counter steroid creams.
Bright red. Blisters, fever,
chills, nausea
Severe Sunburn See doctor. Take aspirin and cool
baths with 1/2 cup cooked oatmeal added

More Sunburn Relief Tips

  • Take a cool bath -- not ice cold, but cool -- and don't use bath salts, oil or bubble bath.

  • Do not scrub your skin or shave your skin. Use a soft towel and pat your skin dry.

  • Use a sunburn remedy containing aloe vera.

  • Use a light moisturizer or a dusting of powder to ease chafing.

  • Stay out of the sun. If the sunburn is severe or you are blistering, feel faint or nauseous, see a doctor immediately.

Please Note: This information is provided as a guideline and not intended as medical advice. If complications arise due to a sunburn or sun exposure, contact your doctor immediately.


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