HOME REMEDIES TIPS AND TRICKS FOR TREATING A SUNBURN

Sunburn is skin burned by exposure to the sun or other ultraviolet light.
1. Mix 2 teaspoon tomato juice and 4 tablespoon buttermilk and apply on the face. Leave for 1/2 hour, and wash off.
2. Mix olive oil with equal quantity of vinegar and apply an hour before your bath.
3. Make a paste of Barley, turmeric and yogurt in equal proportions. Apply it over the area of sunburns.
4. A thin paste of sandalwood applied to the sunburn area is beneficial.
5. Good old plain aloe vera will help the healing and have cooling sensation.

Tips on Sunburn

• Sunburn is better prevented than treated. Effective sunscreens are available in a wide variety of strengths. Most doctors recommend a sunscreen SPF level of 30 or greater.
• Try taking a cool shower or bath or placing wet, cold wash rags on the burn.