# Herbal Remedies for Sunburn

Category: Health and Wellness

## Post 1 by laced-unlaced (Account disabled) on Friday, 11-Jun-2010 17:51:46

Sunburn is caused due to overexposure to the ultraviolet rays of
the sun. Especially it is caused due to radiation of ultraviolet B
which is caused by the radiation of ultraviolet B which results
into the inflammation of the skin. Due to skin burn the risk of
skin cancer increases. Due to sunburn the aging of the skin
increases but the sunburn is totally painless. It affects only the
skin.
Usually the ultraviolet rays from the sun are absorbed by the
melanin pigment in the skin. It acts as a defense for the UV rays.
The concentration of melanin is low in the person having fair
complexion. So UV rays destruct the skin and causes wrinkle and
damages the blood vessels.
Some of the symptoms of sunburn -
1. When the sun burn is mild the skin becomes reddish. The person
feels hotter and tender.
2. Blisters which are filled with fluid eventually burst out.
These blisters are small and itchy.
3. When the sun burn is severe, it discolors the skin to red and
purplish colors. A person having blistered skin suffers from
nausea, chills, mild fever, dehydration and headache.
Sunburn can be controlled with the help of herbal remedies. With
the help of herbal remedies the pain and swelling which is due to
sunburn is reduced. The healing process is accelerated and can be
applied at home easily. The herbal supplements are free from any
chemicals.
1. Mix few drops of Sea Buckthorn oil with almond or olive oil and
apply it over the affected skin. Repeat this rubbing process at
least two - three times a day. You will observe the effective
healing of the oil extract in reducing the damaging affect on the
skin
2. Soak 2-3 bags of black tea into a bath tub filled with lukewarm
water. As tea contains the tanic acid which reduces the pain
caused by sun burn. The second method of application of tea bags
is to wet in hot water and then allow it to cool. After some time
place it directly on the affected area. You can also use chamomile
or green tea. To give feeling of cooling you can use peppermint
oil as well as tea.
3. Application of aloe gel on the affected area gives soothing
effect on the skin.
4. Take 20 drops of calendula oil and mix it with 4 oz. of water.
Apply this solution with the help of cotton balls on the affected
area. It is also very effective herbal remedy.
some links that go with the artickle are below.
for more information please visit:
www.herbalremediesinfo.com
make your own herbal remedy.
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## Post 2 by Philippa (Veteran Zoner) on Thursday, 24-Jun-2010 20:10:02

natural or live yogart helps to take the sting away. i've used it.

## Post 3 by laced-unlaced (Account disabled) on Friday, 25-Jun-2010 10:16:38

well, thanks for not telling me a couple of months ago. :d

## Post 4 by Eleni21 (I have proven to myself and the world that I need mental help) on Saturday, 26-Jun-2010 15:58:13

Wonderful post! Thanks for putting it up here. *smile* There are also premade herbal creams etc. for sun burn, but I don't remember them off the top of my head.

## Post 5 by Eleni21 (I have proven to myself and the world that I need mental help) on Saturday, 26-Jun-2010 17:25:34

Another one that works is vinegar and water. You want more water than vinegar. I haven't done an actual measurement, so my apologies, but with this one, it's safe to go by what feels right. It takes away the sting. Also, vinegar on it's own (preferably white) is excellent for cuts. It closes the wound and prevents scarring. It's been used in my family for this purpose for over 100 years.

## Post 6 by AgateRain (Believe it or not, everything on me and about me is real!) on Saturday, 26-Jun-2010 22:58:42

Could that one in the tub affect your prrivate areas?

## Post 7 by Eleni21 (I have proven to myself and the world that I need mental help) on Monday, 28-Jun-2010 14:04:34

No. I actually douche with it. Of course, if you have any kind of cuts or something, it's best not to do it, since it'll sting. The douche sollution is as follows. 2 qts (quarts) of water (a regular bag for douching should hold that amount) and 1/4 (1 fourth) cup apple sider vinegar. Best to do no more than once a week, twice max. Found this one online.

## Post 8 by AgateRain (Believe it or not, everything on me and about me is real!) on Monday, 28-Jun-2010 18:31:48

Oh okay, good to know. I'll try these then...