Question 1

is it safe to use aloe vera, solarcaine, sunburn relief gel with .5 lidocaine as anal lube?

Accepted Answer

Anal lubricant:  Are you asking about using 3 different products as an anal lubricant.? The tissues of the anus are delicate. Don't recommend using all of these different substances.

Question 2

is desoximetisone good for sunburns?

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Better Ideas: Sunburn is response of the tissues to injury from solar radiation. It is simply inflammation which means increase blood flow to the area to promote healing. Do not use ice as this can injure already injured skin. Cool water soaks can help as can taking anti-inflammation medicines like Motrin or advil (ibuprofen). Avoid any further damage as this can cause scarring . Good skin cream applied daily/gently helps.

Question 3

is aloe good for sunburn?

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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

does lotion help sunburn?

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Aloe straight from : The plant is recommended. Lotions w aloe don't have a high enough aloe concentration. Aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) can v redness, pain, itching ; swelling from burns. It has anesthetic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial ; antifungal qualities. It speeds burn healing by stimulating new skin growth.

Question 5

will aloe help my sunburn?

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Yes: Aloe is excellent, also consider taking an antiinflammatory.

Question 6

would vaseline help a sunburn?

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No: Has no ability to help sunburn.

Question 7

can i use calamine on sunburn?

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Calamine: I use it.  If there are blisters, it is a second degree burn.  In that case you need to see an md.

Question 8

why not use noxzema for sunburn?

Accepted Answer

Because...: ...It won't do much of anything. Apply cool water with washcloths often, and take Ibuprofen to decrease the pain and inflammation. And please learn the lesson mr. Sun is trying to teach you - enjoy his warmth and light, but respect his power. Apply a good broad-spectrum sunscreen lotion every time you go out in the sun.

Question 9

will chlorine affect my sunburn?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The irritation from sunburn will only be made worse by the chlorine in a pool.  Opt for a more natural source such as lake or ocean.

Question 10

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.

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