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Will aloe help my sunburn?
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Yes: Aloe is excellent, also consider taking an antiinflammatory.
Answered 2/18/2013
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Usually: Aloe vera (aloe barbadensis) can reduce redness, pain, itching & swelling from a burn. It has anesthetic, anti-inflammatory & antibacterial / antifungal qualities.
Answered 2/1/2013
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