How to take care of sunburnt skin with homemade ingredients –

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1. Iced milk

compresses of milk ice cream relieve inflammation and ease the pain of the burn. “This happens because, in addition to the proteins in the drink, the low temperature reduces blood circulation and anesthetizes the affected nerve endings”, explains Caio Lamunier, dermatologist at the Brazilian Society of Dermatology.

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2. Aloe vera

The plant has calming, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial power, ideal for those who exaggerated in the hours under the sun. Furthermore, both the gel extracted from the aloe vera how much the products that have the plant in their composition act as a protective layer while letting the newly reddened skin breathe. Aloe vera is still rich in nutrients, mineral salts, vitamins and enzymes capable of hydrating and regenerating the skin.

3. Saline solution

“Washing the region with saline solution reduces the inflammatory process and prevents infections”, says Caio. The best way to do this is to apply the serum to the area and let it drain to imitate the effect of washing under running water. To dry, use a towel and apply gentle pressure – but don’t rub.

4. Chamomile

Its calming effect is widely known, but what you might not know is that the chamomile tea it can be used not only to make you feel more relaxed but also to treat sun damage to the body. Just let the drink cool in the fridge and use it to make compresses. “Let it act on the burn site for 10 minutes to ease the pain and aid in healing”, teaches Caio.