Question 1

what is the best thing to put on your skin to stop it from peeling and to get the redness out from a sunburn?

Accepted Answer

Nothing: You lose the top layer of your skin every 7 days anyway and with sunburn the damaged skin has to come off.  The redness has to heal over time.  You can soothe the skin and maybe speed it up by a day or two by applying moisturising lotion containing aloe vera and avoiding sun exposure till it is healed.

Question 2

why do sunburns itch so badly? is the skin trying to heal? i  had mine for 2 wks wout much decrease in redness & itchiness should i c a doc, b worried

Accepted Answer

Yes: Sounds like something other than sunburn. Have you applied something to a sunburn? Something that might cause itch? Reason for Tegratol? Best see a dermatologist. Meanwhile, try a nice, long shower using Dove or Aveeno (oatmeal) cleanser, followed by vigorous rub-down using a ceremide cream such as Eucerin or Aveeno (oatmeal).

Question 3

i have been having pain that feels like a sunburn since, but there is no change to the look of the skin. no redness, inflammation, or rash. why?

Accepted Answer

See below....: How long has this been going on?  It could possibly be the start of shingles and the rash just hasn't appeared yet.

Question 4

red patch of skin on my chin which i believe was a sunburn, but i also used a leaf to wipe my skin. can a plant allergy cause peeling and redness?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Allergic reaction to any plant or chemical can cause redness and peeling of skin.

Question 5

in july i had a very bad sunburn on my chest, but thankfully it did not blister. pain got better after a few weeks, redness lasted for months after especially if i got hot. i'm left with rough flaky skin that is slightly shiny. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Blistering sunburn: After a sunburn as bad as you have described, permanent skin changes are unusual, but can occur. If you are concerned, seek consultation with a physician competent in skin conditions, like a plastic surgeon or dermatologist.

Question 6

how long will it take to heal my sunburn on nose? day0: redness day1:minor blisters day2: no blister wrinkly and small pimple like things is rough day3: peeling skin any idea on how long it would take? is it a 1or 2 degree burn? thanks?

Accepted Answer

: considering your data, the process of healing might take another few days to become healed. Next time, make sure that you use the proper sun protection and sunscreens PRIOR  to exposing yourself to the sun.

Question 7

what are some good remedies for a sunburn is very dark red and hurts when touched or the skin moves?

Accepted Answer

Topical: Aloe vera lotion or a steroid (hydrocortisone) may be used for the irritated skin. Any moisterising lotion may be tried as well. Silvadene (silver sulfadiazine) is another choice, but that is dispensed by prescription.

Question 8

i got a sunburn on my chest and the skin peeled and underneath is really red what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Keep it protected: Keep the sunburn protected from further sun exposure and keep the skin moisturized. Aleo  helps many people.

Question 9

is there any treatments for red sunburn skin on cheeks and chin. i've had it for a couple of years or more?

Accepted Answer

If the redness: has been there continuously for at least a couple of years - it is likely that it is not a sunburn. I used to live in Britain and remember that the sun was seldom strong.   Please do see your physician or a dermatologist for accurate diagnosis and treatment plan. Take care.

Question 10

i have red skin after second degree sunburn- will my skin go back to normal? if yes how long does it take?  thank you

Accepted Answer

Painful healing: When our bodies sustain an injury, the immediate response is inflammation (red, hot, tender swelling). This is the body increasing the blood flow to the injury to bring healing factors to the area and also the veins expand to carry bad stuff away.  The key is to do things that reduce the parts of inflammation such as cool compresses, skin creams, and antiinflammatory medications (motrin/advil).

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What is the best thing to put on your skin to stop it from peeling and to get the redness out from a sunburn?

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Why do sunburns itch so badly? is the skin trying to heal? i had mine for 2 wks wout much decrease in redness & itchiness should i c a doc, b worried

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I have been having pain that feels like a sunburn since, but there is no change to the look of the skin. no redness, inflammation, or rash. why?

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Red patch of skin on my chin which i believe was a sunburn, but i also used a leaf to wipe my skin. can a plant allergy cause peeling and redness?

A member asked:

In july i had a very bad sunburn on my chest, but thankfully it did not blister. pain got better after a few weeks, redness lasted for months after especially if i got hot. i'm left with rough flaky skin that is slightly shiny. should i be concerned?

A member asked:

How long will it take to heal my sunburn on nose? day0: redness day1:minor blisters day2: no blister wrinkly and small pimple like things is rough day3: peeling skin any idea on how long it would take? is it a 1or 2 degree burn? thanks?

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What are some good remedies for a sunburn is very dark red and hurts when touched or the skin moves?

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I got a sunburn on my chest and the skin peeled and underneath is really red what do i do?

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Is there any treatments for red sunburn skin on cheeks and chin. i've had it for a couple of years or more?

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I have red skin after second degree sunburn- will my skin go back to normal? if yes how long does it take? thank you

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