Question 1

which is better for sunburn - aspirin or tylenol (acetaminophen)?

Accepted Answer

Ibuprofen: Ibuprofen and other "nsaids" (i.e. Naproxen) have strong anti-inflammatory properties and therefore are likely more effective at treating the pain related to a sunburn.

Question 2

i have a really bad sunburn, what would be good for it?

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Sunburn: Motrin, aspercreme, decaspray, silvadene, (silver sulfadiazine) 
common sense.

Question 3

is aloe good for sunburn?

Accepted Answer

Usually helpful: Aloe vera (aloe barbadensis) can reduce redness, pain, itching & swelling from a burn. It has anesthetic, anti-inflammatory & antibacterial / antifungal qualities.

Question 4

is baby lotion good for sunburns?

Accepted Answer

Baby lotion: As long as it is a first degree burn, not blistering, baby oil or aloe vera should be fine to sooth the burn.  I prefer aloe vera.  If there are blisters, it is a second degree burn, and you should see a physician.

Question 5

is there a good remedy to soothe a sunburn?

Accepted Answer

Topical Sprays: The topical anaesthetic sprays for sunburn are helpful as are medications such as Ibuprofen and acetomenophen. We all should use sunblock for ultraviolet ray exposure.  Prevention is the best cure, especially persons with fair skin. While we need some sun exposure for vitamin d, skin cancers are on  the rise and may be prevented by avoiding excessive exposure to the sun and ultraviolet rays.

Question 6

is coconut oil good for sunburn?

Accepted Answer

Coconut oil: I think it works well.  Coco butter and aloe vera are also good.  If you have blisters, however, it is a second degree burn. In that case you need to see a physician.

Question 7

is cocoa butter good for sunburn?

Accepted Answer

No, it's not.: Keep sunburn cool with moist cool/cold compresses.  Avoid alcohol containing products.  Break off pieces of aloe vera plant & apply sap to  skin.  Consider non-steroidal anti-inflammatory meds to reduce pain.  Don’t yank off peeling skin or burst blisters. Seek medical care for severe pain, fever, lack of improvement of symptoms within several days or if a large surface area is blistered.

Question 8

is cocoa butter good for sunburns?

Accepted Answer

Not really: Keep sunburn cool w moist cool/cold compresses.  Avoid alcohol containing products.  Break off pieces of aloe vera plant ; apply sap to skin.  Consider non-steroidal anti-inflammatory meds to reduce pain.  Don’t yank off peeling skin or burst blisters. Seek med care for severe pain, fever, lack of improvement of sxs w/i several days or if a large surface area is blistered. Drink h2o.

Question 9

hawaiian moon aloe good for sunburns?

Accepted Answer

Can't give feedback: For this specific product. Most lotions do not have a high enough aloe content to help significantly. Aloe vera (aloe barbadensis) can reduce redness, pain, itching ; swelling from a burn. It has anesthetic, anti-inflammatory ; antibacterial / antifungal qualities.  It can speed burn healing by stimulating growth of new skin.  Apply cool compresses. Nsaid’s ; Acetaminophen can be helpful. Hydrate.

Question 10

what are some good sunburn treatments?

Accepted Answer

Sunburn: First, don't get it, you know how that works.
Next use Ibuprofen 600mg three times a day.
Decaspray (rx) helps a bit.
Silvadene oint is a standard in the us for 2nd degree burns.
Unpasturized honey is also published as a therapy.

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