A member asked:

I've heard that eating certain yogurts can help for sunburns, and the same with vinegar. any other remedies or advice?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Aloe Vera topically: 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. Place cool compresses on the skin. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories and acetomenophen can be very helpful. Hydrate well and don't peel off any deep layers. Yogurt? Vinegar?

Answered 8/18/2013

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Dr. Michael Miller answered

Specializes in Wound care

Simple Care: 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.

Answered 6/30/2014

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