6 Surprising Sunburn Treatments You Already Have At Home

I’ve resolved to make applying sunscreen all over my body (not just my face) a part of my daily routine — no matter what the season! But that doesn’t change the fact that I’ve been left with this icky burn on my shoulders (damn you, stylish sleeveless dress). There are loads of “professional” creams and potions you can buy for after-sun treatment. But the truth is, most of the time, these aren’t things you plan for. Luckily there are loads of things you can use around the house in a pinch to soothe your tender skin! More from The Stir: 5 Weird Sunburn Cures Using Things You Have Around The House

1. Cucumbers That’s right! This vegetable is a spa favorite for a reason. Cucumbers are naturally moisturizing and cooling. For added ‘oomph,’ put in the fridge for an hour or so.
2. Aspirin Paste You’ve probably heard of using aspirin when you’ve got a zit, right? Well this works the same way. Make a paste using aspirin and water and smooth it over the burned area for temporary pain relief.
3. Oatmeal Oatmeal’s another great moisturizer! Wrap some dry oatmeal in a towel and run it under cold water to make a nice, soothing compress for your burn.
4. Lettuce This one is super weird — but super effective! If you boil a head of lettuce, chuck it, and then chill the leftover water, you’ll get a homemade skin toner that will feed and nourish your skin.
5. Cornstarch Another great healing paste — make a paste like you would with aspirin, then cover the burned area. Moisture is locked in!
6. Potatoes Potatoes are a very well-known all-natural pain-reliever. You might be tempted to eat them, but don’t. A few slices of raw potato on the spot that ails you provides an awesome respite from the sun’s rays. What do you do for your sunburns? *Images ©iStock.com/07photo; *©iStock.com/jcarillet

title: “6 Surprising Sunburn Treatments You Already Have At Home” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-03” author: “Xiomara Welch”

I’ve resolved to make applying sunscreen all over my body (not just my face) a part of my daily routine — no matter what the season! But that doesn’t change the fact that I’ve been left with this icky burn on my shoulders (damn you, stylish sleeveless dress). There are loads of “professional” creams and potions you can buy for after-sun treatment. But the truth is, most of the time, these aren’t things you plan for. Luckily there are loads of things you can use around the house in a pinch to soothe your tender skin! More from The Stir: 5 Weird Sunburn Cures Using Things You Have Around The House

1. Cucumbers That’s right! This vegetable is a spa favorite for a reason. Cucumbers are naturally moisturizing and cooling. For added ‘oomph,’ put in the fridge for an hour or so.
2. Aspirin Paste You’ve probably heard of using aspirin when you’ve got a zit, right? Well this works the same way. Make a paste using aspirin and water and smooth it over the burned area for temporary pain relief.
3. Oatmeal Oatmeal’s another great moisturizer! Wrap some dry oatmeal in a towel and run it under cold water to make a nice, soothing compress for your burn.
4. Lettuce This one is super weird — but super effective! If you boil a head of lettuce, chuck it, and then chill the leftover water, you’ll get a homemade skin toner that will feed and nourish your skin.
5. Cornstarch Another great healing paste — make a paste like you would with aspirin, then cover the burned area. Moisture is locked in!
6. Potatoes Potatoes are a very well-known all-natural pain-reliever. You might be tempted to eat them, but don’t. A few slices of raw potato on the spot that ails you provides an awesome respite from the sun’s rays. What do you do for your sunburns? *Images ©iStock.com/07photo; *©iStock.com/jcarillet

title: “6 Surprising Sunburn Treatments You Already Have At Home” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-15” author: “Cassandra Collins”

I’ve resolved to make applying sunscreen all over my body (not just my face) a part of my daily routine — no matter what the season! But that doesn’t change the fact that I’ve been left with this icky burn on my shoulders (damn you, stylish sleeveless dress). There are loads of “professional” creams and potions you can buy for after-sun treatment. But the truth is, most of the time, these aren’t things you plan for. Luckily there are loads of things you can use around the house in a pinch to soothe your tender skin! More from The Stir: 5 Weird Sunburn Cures Using Things You Have Around The House

1. Cucumbers That’s right! This vegetable is a spa favorite for a reason. Cucumbers are naturally moisturizing and cooling. For added ‘oomph,’ put in the fridge for an hour or so.
2. Aspirin Paste You’ve probably heard of using aspirin when you’ve got a zit, right? Well this works the same way. Make a paste using aspirin and water and smooth it over the burned area for temporary pain relief.
3. Oatmeal Oatmeal’s another great moisturizer! Wrap some dry oatmeal in a towel and run it under cold water to make a nice, soothing compress for your burn.
4. Lettuce This one is super weird — but super effective! If you boil a head of lettuce, chuck it, and then chill the leftover water, you’ll get a homemade skin toner that will feed and nourish your skin.
5. Cornstarch Another great healing paste — make a paste like you would with aspirin, then cover the burned area. Moisture is locked in!
6. Potatoes Potatoes are a very well-known all-natural pain-reliever. You might be tempted to eat them, but don’t. A few slices of raw potato on the spot that ails you provides an awesome respite from the sun’s rays. What do you do for your sunburns? *Images ©iStock.com/07photo; *©iStock.com/jcarillet

title: “6 Surprising Sunburn Treatments You Already Have At Home” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-02” author: “Pat Jean”

I’ve resolved to make applying sunscreen all over my body (not just my face) a part of my daily routine — no matter what the season! But that doesn’t change the fact that I’ve been left with this icky burn on my shoulders (damn you, stylish sleeveless dress). There are loads of “professional” creams and potions you can buy for after-sun treatment. But the truth is, most of the time, these aren’t things you plan for. Luckily there are loads of things you can use around the house in a pinch to soothe your tender skin! More from The Stir: 5 Weird Sunburn Cures Using Things You Have Around The House

1. Cucumbers That’s right! This vegetable is a spa favorite for a reason. Cucumbers are naturally moisturizing and cooling. For added ‘oomph,’ put in the fridge for an hour or so.
2. Aspirin Paste You’ve probably heard of using aspirin when you’ve got a zit, right? Well this works the same way. Make a paste using aspirin and water and smooth it over the burned area for temporary pain relief.
3. Oatmeal Oatmeal’s another great moisturizer! Wrap some dry oatmeal in a towel and run it under cold water to make a nice, soothing compress for your burn.
4. Lettuce This one is super weird — but super effective! If you boil a head of lettuce, chuck it, and then chill the leftover water, you’ll get a homemade skin toner that will feed and nourish your skin.
5. Cornstarch Another great healing paste — make a paste like you would with aspirin, then cover the burned area. Moisture is locked in!
6. Potatoes Potatoes are a very well-known all-natural pain-reliever. You might be tempted to eat them, but don’t. A few slices of raw potato on the spot that ails you provides an awesome respite from the sun’s rays. What do you do for your sunburns? *Images ©iStock.com/07photo; *©iStock.com/jcarillet

title: “6 Surprising Sunburn Treatments You Already Have At Home” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-08” author: “Pearlie Paz”

I’ve resolved to make applying sunscreen all over my body (not just my face) a part of my daily routine — no matter what the season! But that doesn’t change the fact that I’ve been left with this icky burn on my shoulders (damn you, stylish sleeveless dress). There are loads of “professional” creams and potions you can buy for after-sun treatment. But the truth is, most of the time, these aren’t things you plan for. Luckily there are loads of things you can use around the house in a pinch to soothe your tender skin! More from The Stir: 5 Weird Sunburn Cures Using Things You Have Around The House

1. Cucumbers That’s right! This vegetable is a spa favorite for a reason. Cucumbers are naturally moisturizing and cooling. For added ‘oomph,’ put in the fridge for an hour or so.
2. Aspirin Paste You’ve probably heard of using aspirin when you’ve got a zit, right? Well this works the same way. Make a paste using aspirin and water and smooth it over the burned area for temporary pain relief.
3. Oatmeal Oatmeal’s another great moisturizer! Wrap some dry oatmeal in a towel and run it under cold water to make a nice, soothing compress for your burn.
4. Lettuce This one is super weird — but super effective! If you boil a head of lettuce, chuck it, and then chill the leftover water, you’ll get a homemade skin toner that will feed and nourish your skin.
5. Cornstarch Another great healing paste — make a paste like you would with aspirin, then cover the burned area. Moisture is locked in!
6. Potatoes Potatoes are a very well-known all-natural pain-reliever. You might be tempted to eat them, but don’t. A few slices of raw potato on the spot that ails you provides an awesome respite from the sun’s rays. What do you do for your sunburns? *Images ©iStock.com/07photo; *©iStock.com/jcarillet