My video production group and I were doing a bit of filming today and well, I got sun burnt (nothing new there!). After only being in the sun for an hour, my skin is now approximately two shades darker and this led me to want to give others some tips on how they can save themselves from the pain that I am currently experiencing.
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5) Aloe Vera is nature's healer:
The aloe vera plant is indigenous to Africa and grows abundantly along the southern coast of South Africa. If you break off a leaf from the aloe vera plant and squeeze it, it oozes a thick liquid known as aloe gel. This gel contains anti inflammatory properties and is thus good for a number of purposes. If you are lucky enough to find an aloe vera tree close by, all you have to do is break open a leaf and apply the gel onto the affected area. If, like me, you do not have access to a tree, you can just pop out to the shop and buy bottled aloe vera gel, which is usually quite affordable.
4) Tea Time:
Tea is always good for burns. Make a pot of regular tea and let it cool. Get a spritzer bottle and spray the cool tea over the affected area or soak some cotton wool in it and apply for immediate relief. I find rooibos works best and to make the tea even more effective, add lavender or tea tree essential oil to the brew.
3) Hydrate your behind:
If your sunburn is not too bad, you can soak in a lukewarm bath to help alleviate the discomfort. A cool shower works just as well. If taking a bath, add some bicarbonate of soda to the water. This will help soothe the skin even further.
2) Magical Milk:
Cool milk applied to the skin using a gauze or cotton wool gives an incredible feeling of relief. Leave the cold compress on for approximately 20 to 25 minutes and then rinse.
1) Fantastic Tea Tree:
Tea tree oil is one of my best friends. It's got so many uses and is absolutely vital to have around when a burn of any kind occurs. I find that adding undiluted tea tree oil to my sunburn relieves the pain and prevents peeling later on. If you're looking for a miracle cure, tea tree won't let you down.
I hope this helps you guys with any sun burn that you might get. Good luck for the spring and remember to limit your sun exposure. Peace!
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