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{how to treat a sunburn}
Cut it directly from the plant if you have it as fresh aloe vera gel works better than most treatments you can buy at the store. Otherwise, use the gel.
2. Wear loose-fitting clothing
Definitely be sure anything you wear won't irritate your skin. Loose-fitting cotton or organic materials will be best.
3. Drink lots of water
The sun dehydrates you so be sure to drink lots of fluids. Ice water is even better as it will cool down your body temperature.
4. Take an anti-inflammatory
Depending on how bad your burn is, taking an anti-inflammatory like ibuprofen will help reduce skin inflammation, swelling and fever.
5. Keep your body cool
Take a cool bath or treat your body with a cool cloth with milk. The coolness helps soothe your burn and the milk help give your skin proteins that will help prevent more discomfort.
6. Apply lotion
Opt for unscented lotions since your skin is extra sensitive. Eucerin Calming Cream is a good one to use. Trying refrigerating your lotion for an extra cooling effect.
7. Watch what you eat
Avoid anything too spicy and hot as it can inflame your skin more and avoid alcohol as it will further dehydrate your body.
8. Stay out of the sun and protect your skin
Stay out of the sun until the burn fades. If you have to be outside wear loose-fitting long sleeve clothing or stay in the shade.