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Wat can i do for really bad sun burn ?

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Dr. Krishna Narayanan answered

Aquaphor: Always wear a sunblock spf 30 before sun exposure. For acute sun burn, aquaphor cream can help soothe the burning.

Answered 8/24/2013

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