Just like what the name says, sunburn blisters are fluid-filled bumps that form on areas of the body burnt by the sun. It’s important to have them treated right away because it’s possible for them to become infected, in particular when you scratch them — yes, sunburn blisters tend to be itchy.
Fortunately, the most effective remedies for sunburn blisters are within easy reach. Here are some of the best soothers of sunburn blisters that you can count on each and every time:
Aloe Vera Gel
Everyone knows that aloe vera gel is a versatile remedy for an assortment of skin problems. Well, it’s something that can help alleviate the symptoms of sunburn blisters as well as accelerate the healing process. All you have to do is regularly apply a thin layer of aloe vera gel on problem areas. Pure aloe vera juice works wonderfully, too.
Oatmeal
Aside from being good for the heart and gut, oatmeal is also something that can provide relief from the pain and itchiness associated with sunburn blisters. Simply dissolve a cup of ground oatmeal in your cool bathwater and immerse your body in it for several minutes or until the bathwater is already at room temperature.
Wet, Cold Compress
Something as simple as placing moist and cold towel on those sunburn blisters can provide much-needed relief. What you need to do is soak a small towel in cold water. Wring out excess water, fold neatly and put it where it’s needed. You may also go for an ice pack, but do remember not to put ice cubes directly on your skin.
Potatoes
Placing thin slices of cool potatoes on sunburn blisters can do wonders. That’s because the starch in potatoes can help soothe your sunburned and blistered skin. You may also peel and chop up a medium-sized potato and puree it, and then stash it in the refrigerator for a few minutes. Once already cool, you may apply it on affected areas.
Turmeric Powder
You may come up with a sunburn blister-fighting paste by adding a few drops of water to a teaspoon of turmeric powder — or more, depending on how large the affected area of your body is. Leave the golden-colored paste on your skin for about half an hour. Afterwards, gently rinse off with cool water and pat dry.
Baking Soda
Other than turmeric powder, you can also come up with a healing paste out of baking soda, which is very good for putting an end to the itchiness that sunburn blisters tend to bring. Wash off with cool water after half an hour. Similarly, you may dissolve a cup of baking soda in your cool bathwater, and then stay in there for several minutes.
Apple Cider Vinegar
You can take advantage of the soothing properties of apple cider vinegar whenever sunburn blisters are bugging you. Mix equal parts of apple cider vinegar and water. Soak large cotton pads in it, wring out the excess and place over those sunburn blisters. You may also place the solution in a small spray bottle and spray the pain away.
Tomato Juice
Because of the loads antioxidants present in it, tomato juice can provide effective relief from sunburn blisters. Also, it can help get the healing process going. Apply tomato juice on problem areas and wash it off with cold water after a few minutes. If there’s some stinging, dilute tomato juice with water on the next application.
Honey
Last but not least, you can daub a little honey on those sunburn blisters to attain relief from pain and itchiness, as well as to speed up the healing process. Carefully rinse it off with cold water after about half an hour. Some people say that honey works so much better when combined with apple cider vinegar.
Do you know any other super effective home remedy for sunburn blisters? Kindly share it below.
