The skin is the largest organ of body, it is important to keep germs and bacteria out, regulate body temperature and so many other amazing things - first prize is to avoid sun burn all together! However, if you do get burnt here are some tips.
What to do:
☀️Get out of the sun as soon as possible.
☀️Cool your skin with a cool shower, bath, or damp towel.
☀️Apply aftersun cream or spray that contains aloe vera or other soothing ingredients.
☀️Drink lots of water to cool down and prevent dehydration.
☀️Take painkillers if you have to.
☀️Cover sunburnt skin from direct sunlight until skin has fully healed.
What not to do:
🔥Use petroleum jelly on sunburnt skin.
🔥Put ice or ice packs on sunburnt skin.
🔥Pop any blisters.
🔥Scratch or try to remove peeling skin.
🔥Wear tight-fitting clothes over sunburnt skin.
🔥Go back in the sun until your sunburn has healed completely.
Here are some additional tips for treating sunburn:
If your sunburn is severe, and if you have fever, chills or other signs of infection you may need to see a doctor.
🌿Keep your sunburned skin clean and dry.
🌿Avoid using harsh soaps or detergents on your sunburned skin.
🌿If you have to go outside, wear protective clothing, such as a hat, sunglasses, and long-sleeved shirt.
🌿Reapply sunscreen every two hours, even on cloudy days.