{"id":1699917,"date":"2026-01-23T11:09:44","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T08:09:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1699917"},"modified":"2026-01-23T11:09:44","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T08:09:44","slug":"the-most-effective-way-to-soothe-and-heal-a-sunburn-according-to-derms-we-trust","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1699917","title":{"rendered":"The Most Effective Way to Soothe and Heal a Sunburn, According to Derms We Trust"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><main id=\"main_1-0\" class=\"comp main mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\"><\/p>\n<article id=\"beauty-article_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-article mntl-article mntl-article--two-column-right-rail sc-ad-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"loc article-header\">\n<div id=\"article-header_1-0\" class=\"comp article-header mntl-block article-top\">\n<h1 id=\"article-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-heading mntl-text-block\">The Most Effective Way to Soothe and Heal a Sunburn, According to Derms We Trust<\/h1>\n<p id=\"article-subheading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-subheading mntl-text-block\">A vacation playbook.<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Sara is a contributing writer for Byrdie, who primarily covers skincare. She has worked in beauty editorial for a decade and has contributed to publications like Marie Claire, Allure, and Racked.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Sara Spruch-Feiner<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Sara Feiner\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sarafeiner-9324335597124eb5a7fa94499166dbdd.webp\" title=\"sarafeiner-9324335597124eb5a7fa94499166dbdd\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sarafeiner-9324335597124eb5a7fa94499166dbdd.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Sara Feiner\" title=\"sarafeiner-9324335597124eb5a7fa94499166dbdd\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nSara Spruch-Feiner\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nSara is a contributing writer for Byrdie, who primarily covers skincare. She has worked in beauty editorial for a decade and has contributed to publications like Marie Claire, Allure, and Racked.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-date\">Published on January 23, 2026 06:09AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--medical_reviewer\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Medically reviewed by<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Rachel is a board-certified dermatologist and Assistant Clinical Professor at Mount Sinai Hospital Department of Dermatology. She has contributed to Byrdie, as well as Harpers Bazaar, Marie Claire, Allure, Vogue, and the New York Times, and more\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Rachel Nazarian, MD, FAAD<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Dr. Rachel Nazarian\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rachel_nazarian-d28dab9792f345f699709cb1efb4941e-5.webp\" title=\"rachel_nazarian-d28dab9792f345f699709cb1efb4941e-5\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rachel_nazarian-d28dab9792f345f699709cb1efb4941e-5.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Dr. Rachel Nazarian\" title=\"rachel_nazarian-d28dab9792f345f699709cb1efb4941e-5\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Medically reviewed by<\/span><br \/>\nRachel Nazarian, MD, FAAD\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--facebook\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nRachel is a board-certified dermatologist and Assistant Clinical Professor at Mount Sinai Hospital Department of Dermatology. 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title=\"sunburn-3-706bde4b576a4596931379624f12f0cc-6\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sunburn-3-706bde4b576a4596931379624f12f0cc-6.webp\" width=\"1540\" height=\"1155\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"A persons bare shoulder with water droplets visible backlit by sunlight\" title=\"sunburn-3-706bde4b576a4596931379624f12f0cc-6\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Stocksy<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"article-intro_1-0\" class=\"comp article-intro mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Removing yourself from the sun immediately after noticing a burn is crucial to prevent further skin damage. <\/li>\n<li>Cooling the skin with a cold compress or shower can soothe inflammation and relieve sunburn pain. <\/li>\n<li>Topical application of pure aloe vera helps speed up healing for first- and second-degree burns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Any beauty junkie knows: a sunburn is <em>not<\/em> a good thing (just like laying out in the sun to tan is <em>not<\/em> a good thing). We know that SPF is essential for protecting us from damaging sun exposure\u2014which, worst case scenario, puts us at risk for skin cancer. But even the most diligent applier-and-re-applier of SPF has probably missed a spot at some point. And that\u2019s when you need a quick fix, because sunburns <em>really hurt.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> But first, what exactly is a sunburn and why do we get them? \u201cSunburn is an inflammatory reaction of the skin\u2019s outer layers by UV rays,\u201d explains Cambridge, Massachusetts-based board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Ranella Hirsch.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--definition beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-definition\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<h3 id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">What Is a Sunburn?<\/h3>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>Sunburn is an inflammatory reaction of the skin\u2019s outer layers by UV rays. It is characterized by redness, skin peeling, swelling, and blisters. While sunburn can heal, some cells may have mutations that cannot be reversed and could turn cancerous.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u201cMelanin is a skin pigment that protects the skin from damage caused by the sun.\u00a0It works by darkening your unprotected sun-exposed skin. Some people have more melanin, and their skin tends to get darker or tan, while others become sunburned.\u00a0<strong>But no matter which your skin is prone to, Hirsch emphasizes, \u201cBOTH are signs of cellular damage to the skin<\/strong>.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u00a0\u201cThe sun produces ultraviolet radiation that reaches the skin and damages skin cells. This happens because the radiation causes changes in the DNA in skin cells, which results in the redness of a sunburn,\u201d she explains.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u00a0Fortunately, there are a number of things you can do to cool the burn and expedite the healing process. We spoke to a number of top dermatologists to get the scoop on how to deal when you\u2019re already burned\u2014and how to prevent it from happening in the future.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc__content mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"15\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_1-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">01<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Immediately Remove Yourself from the Sun <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Get out of the sun as soon as you see a burn and stay out until it\u2019s completely healed. The rule of thumb, Hirsch says is to stay out of the sun as long as you are still red, pink, or peeling. \u201cWhen your skin is already battling sunburn injury, it&#8217;s much prone to sun damage\u2014more extensive this time,\u201d Henry warns.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_2-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">02<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Cool the Skin <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> You\u2019ll want to get some cooling relief to your burn ASAP. Though perhaps we know this intuitively, Henry confirms that \u201ccold helps soothe inflammation, pain, and the stingy, itching sensation of sunburn.\u201d But make sure you don\u2019t apply ice, or an ice pack directly to the skin. \u201cInstead, wrap the cold compress in a towel or thick cloth and limit its application to 15 to 20 minutes at a time to prevent frostbite,\u201d she says, adding that you should wait one to two hours before reapplying it.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> A cool shower is also recommended as it can \u201chelp wash away any chlorine or salt residue that might irritate your skin more,\u201d she says, noting that you should not, however, stay in the shower for too long, as that can be drying too. Finally, avoid using any harsh soap and do not scrub, both of which Henry says tend to cause further irritation.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_3-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">03<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Take a Milk or Oatmeal Bath <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Draw yourself one of these sunburn-soothing soaks. Option One: \u201cFinely ground oatmeal (called colloidal oatmeal in drugstores) has anti-inflammatory properties, making it effective at controlling inflammation and itchiness associated with sunburn, thanks to compounds called avenanthramides that block inflammation,\u201d explains New York City-based board-certified dermatologist Dr. Michelle Henry.\u201cMoreover, colloidal oatmeal can be especially helpful for soothing what is known as the Hell\u2019s itch\u2014an extremely painful, unrelenting itch that may happen very rarely a few days after the sunburn.\u201d The cherry on top: cool colloidal oatmeal baths also help moisturize your skin and bolster skin repair.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Burned and no oatmeal in sight? Don\u2019t worry. Try Hirsch\u2019s equal parts milk and cool-water bath. You don\u2019t need to soak for hours, she says. \u201cThe milk proteins and naturally-occurring lactic acid are very soothing,\u201d she explains.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_4-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">04<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Take Ibuprofen or NSAIDS <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Turns out more than just topical treatments can help alleviate the pain of a sunburn. \u201cA pain reliever like ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or naproxen (Aleve) helps mitigate pain, inflammation, and redness,\u201d Henry says. But, act fast, she says: \u201cThe sooner you take it, the faster it will act to reduce your symptoms of sunburn. So, make it a point to take the first dose right away.\u201d After that, you can continue to take as needed and as directed\u2014but make sure not to take without eating something first as that can upset your stomach.\u00a0\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_5-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">05<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Rehydrate from the Inside Out <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Fact: your skin requires much more water when it\u2019s sunburned while it heals. \u201cWhen your skin is fighting the damage caused by the harmful ultraviolet rays, it needs extra hydration to replenish the fluids it lost while you were out in the sun,\u201d Henry explains. As soon as you realize you\u2019re burned, it\u2019s time to up your water intake. Hirsch notes that there are other ways to up your hydration ASAP too. Gatorade, Pedialyte, and even Pedialyte popsicles can help rehydrate, and \u201cwater-laden fruits and vegetables like watermelon and cucumber\u201d can help too.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_6-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">06<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Hydrate Externally as Well <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> After showering, use a gentle moisturizer to help lock in hydration. Whenever you shower, gently pat your skin, and while it\u2019s still a little damp, quickly slather a gentle moisturizer (such as from the CeraVe line) to help lock in moisture and help with the dryness that can go hand-in-hand with sunburn. As much as it might feel weird, \u201ccontinue to moisturize your skin even during the peeling stage of sunburn,\u201d Henry says.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_7-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">07<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Wear Loose-Fitting Clothing <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> This one might feel obvious when you\u2019re dealing with a burn, but spare your skin the spandex and reach for loose clothing. Look for things that are not only loose but also \u201csoft, breathable, and as covered-up as possible,\u201d Henry says.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_8-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">08<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Apply Aloe Vera <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Sunburns and aloe are like peanut butter and jelly\u2014most of us know they\u2019re a good match. \u201cThe cooling effect of the gel from this cactus plant can help heal first-and-second-degree burns and speed up healing,\u201d Henry explains. Be sure, however, to look for pure aloe vera: &#8220;Avoid anything that contains alcohol, as it can cancel out the moisturizing, soothing effects of this plant,\u201d she says. If you\u2019re lucky enough to have access to an actual aloe plant, that\u2019s even better!\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_9-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">09<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Mix Hydocortisone + Aquaphor <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> New York City-based board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Morgan Rabach recommends this drugstore-friendly blend you can create with things already in your medicine cabinet: Hydrocortisone 1% cream mixed with Aquaphor which, together, \u201ccan soothe inflammation and help the skin feel less dry and tight.\u201d (Note: this is only for adult skin.)\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_10-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">10<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Look for Products With Peptides <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> You\u2019ve probably seen peptides mentioned in high-tech anti-aging skincare products. Turns out they have wound healing properties too. \u201cPeptides are small amino acid chains that are the building blocks of cells, so they work to rebuild damaged cells,&#8221; she explains. &#8220;We know they also can permeate into the dermis and help boost collagen synthesis.&#8221; Rabach recommends peptide-laced products like TNS Recovery by SkinMedica for all her patients dealing with the results of too much sun. We also like M-61\u2019s ultralight Hydraboost Collagen+Peptide Water Cream (which is a bit less of a splurge).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_11-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_11-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">11<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_11-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Don&#8217;t Pick or Peel <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Let your skin <em>be<\/em>\u2014and try not to pick while it heals. \u201cWhen a sunburn reaches its peeling stage, let the skin slough naturally,\u201d Henry says, and \u201cIf you have blisters, do not pick or pop them.\u201d Why? Because \u201cpopping a blister increases the chances of getting it infected.\u201d If a blister pops on its own, Henry recommends cleaning it with mild antibacterial soap and cool water and then layering on some petrolatum ointment and covering the site with a sterile, nonstick band-aid.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_12-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_12-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">12<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_12-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Lastly, Prevent a Burn From Happening Again <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Make sure to exercise caution before going back in the sun. Henry emphasizes the importance of \u201cwearing sun-protective clothing, including long sleeves, pants, and a broad-brim hat,\u201d as the most important preventative measure against sunburn. This should, of course, be coupled with applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a high SPF when you\u2019re out in the sun\u2014preferably SPF 30 or higher. 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Testers<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_11-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"A person applying moisturizer to their face in a beforeandafter skincare comparison\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-oil-free-moisturizers-tout-recirc-ad0b8ea357c8440da7e6af8aa5d05350-6.webp\" title=\"byr-oil-free-moisturizers-tout-recirc-ad0b8ea357c8440da7e6af8aa5d05350-6\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-oil-free-moisturizers-tout-recirc-ad0b8ea357c8440da7e6af8aa5d05350-6.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"A person applying moisturizer to their face in a beforeandafter skincare comparison\" title=\"byr-oil-free-moisturizers-tout-recirc-ad0b8ea357c8440da7e6af8aa5d05350-6\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">The 5 Best Oil-Free Moisturizers for Hydrated, Nongreasy Skin<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_12-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"Two people applying over the counter retinol products to their faces\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-best-over-the-counter-retinols-tout-recirc-1-231b2adb3b8644c2b4d15f8aae6fb17e-5.webp\" title=\"byr-best-over-the-counter-retinols-tout-recirc-1-231b2adb3b8644c2b4d15f8aae6fb17e-5\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-best-over-the-counter-retinols-tout-recirc-1-231b2adb3b8644c2b4d15f8aae6fb17e-5.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Two people applying over the counter retinol products to their faces\" title=\"byr-best-over-the-counter-retinols-tout-recirc-1-231b2adb3b8644c2b4d15f8aae6fb17e-5\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">The 8 Best Over-the-Counter (OTC) Retinols for Smooth, Even Skin, According to Testers<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_13-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"Two individuals holding concealer products, one on the left wearing a yellow shirt and curly hair, the other on the right with wavy hair\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-drugstore-concealers-tout-recirc-bfcea868701946f193eeac985d9826c3-7.webp\" title=\"byr-drugstore-concealers-tout-recirc-bfcea868701946f193eeac985d9826c3-7\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-drugstore-concealers-tout-recirc-bfcea868701946f193eeac985d9826c3-7.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Two individuals holding concealer products, one on the left wearing a yellow shirt and curly hair, the other on the right with wavy hair\" title=\"byr-drugstore-concealers-tout-recirc-bfcea868701946f193eeac985d9826c3-7\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">10 Best Drugstore Concealers Makeup Artists Swear Rival High-End Options<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_14-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"woman with glowy skin holding sunscreen stick\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sunscreen-over-makeup-e6138dd43dbe4f28b461eb2ae13e38e4.webp\" title=\"sunscreen-over-makeup-e6138dd43dbe4f28b461eb2ae13e38e4\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sunscreen-over-makeup-e6138dd43dbe4f28b461eb2ae13e38e4.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"woman with glowy skin holding sunscreen stick\" title=\"sunscreen-over-makeup-e6138dd43dbe4f28b461eb2ae13e38e4\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">8 Easy Ways to Reapply SPF Over Makeup, According to Dermatologists<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_15-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"Person applying sunscreen to their face, wearing a straw hat\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/spfmyths4-32c6ac7e58ee45d1873e3f5d9e3017db.webp\" title=\"spfmyths4-32c6ac7e58ee45d1873e3f5d9e3017db\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/spfmyths4-32c6ac7e58ee45d1873e3f5d9e3017db.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Person applying sunscreen to their face, wearing a straw hat\" title=\"spfmyths4-32c6ac7e58ee45d1873e3f5d9e3017db\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">Does Sunscreen Cause Acne\u2014or Help It? We Asked Dermatologists<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_16-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"Three aloe vera gel and lotion products from different brands displayed side by side\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-best-aloe-vera-gels-and-lotions-tout-4eee2bbba5db45b08d030ce41e5a69d4.webp\" title=\"byr-best-aloe-vera-gels-and-lotions-tout-4eee2bbba5db45b08d030ce41e5a69d4\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-best-aloe-vera-gels-and-lotions-tout-4eee2bbba5db45b08d030ce41e5a69d4.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Three aloe vera gel and lotion products from different brands displayed side by side\" title=\"byr-best-aloe-vera-gels-and-lotions-tout-4eee2bbba5db45b08d030ce41e5a69d4\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">14 Best Aloe Vera Gels and Lotions That Soothe and Hydrate Stressed Skin<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/main><\/p>\n<article id=\"beauty-article_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-article mntl-article mntl-article--two-column-right-rail sc-ad-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"loc article-header\">\n<div id=\"article-header_1-0\" class=\"comp article-header mntl-block article-top\">\n<h1 id=\"article-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-heading mntl-text-block\">The Most Effective Way to Soothe and Heal a Sunburn, According to Derms We Trust<\/h1>\n<p id=\"article-subheading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-subheading mntl-text-block\">A vacation playbook.<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Sara is a contributing writer for Byrdie, who primarily covers skincare. She has worked in beauty editorial for a decade and has contributed to publications like Marie Claire, Allure, and Racked.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Sara Spruch-Feiner<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Sara Feiner\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sarafeiner-9324335597124eb5a7fa94499166dbdd.webp\" title=\"sarafeiner-9324335597124eb5a7fa94499166dbdd\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sarafeiner-9324335597124eb5a7fa94499166dbdd.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Sara Feiner\" title=\"sarafeiner-9324335597124eb5a7fa94499166dbdd\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nSara Spruch-Feiner\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nSara is a contributing writer for Byrdie, who primarily covers skincare. She has worked in beauty editorial for a decade and has contributed to publications like Marie Claire, Allure, and Racked.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-date\">Published on January 23, 2026 06:09AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--medical_reviewer\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Medically reviewed by<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Rachel is a board-certified dermatologist and Assistant Clinical Professor at Mount Sinai Hospital Department of Dermatology. She has contributed to Byrdie, as well as Harpers Bazaar, Marie Claire, Allure, Vogue, and the New York Times, and more\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Rachel Nazarian, MD, FAAD<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Dr. Rachel Nazarian\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rachel_nazarian-d28dab9792f345f699709cb1efb4941e-5.webp\" title=\"rachel_nazarian-d28dab9792f345f699709cb1efb4941e-5\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rachel_nazarian-d28dab9792f345f699709cb1efb4941e-5.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Dr. Rachel Nazarian\" title=\"rachel_nazarian-d28dab9792f345f699709cb1efb4941e-5\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Medically reviewed by<\/span><br \/>\nRachel Nazarian, MD, FAAD\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--facebook\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nRachel is a board-certified dermatologist and Assistant Clinical Professor at Mount Sinai Hospital Department of Dermatology. She has contributed to Byrdie, as well as Harpers Bazaar, Marie Claire, Allure, Vogue, and the New York Times, and more\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nABOUT BYRDIE&#8217;S BEAUTY &amp; WELLNESS BOARD\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-postscript\">Board-Certified Dermatologist<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--fact_checker\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Fact checked by<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Aimee has been in beauty editorial for over six years and was senior beauty editor at Byrdie from June 2021 to December 2023.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Aimee Simeon<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div 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by<\/span><br \/>\nAimee Simeon\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nAimee has been in beauty editorial for over six years and was senior beauty editor at Byrdie from June 2021 to December 2023.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nLEARN ABOUT BYRDIE&#8217;S EDITORIAL GUIDELINES\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<div id=\"list-sc_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc mntl-block\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sunburn-3-706bde4b576a4596931379624f12f0cc-6.webp\" width=\"1540\" height=\"1155\" alt=\"A persons bare shoulder with water droplets visible backlit by sunlight\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"sunburn-3-706bde4b576a4596931379624f12f0cc-6\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sunburn-3-706bde4b576a4596931379624f12f0cc-6.webp\" width=\"1540\" height=\"1155\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"A persons bare shoulder with water droplets visible backlit by sunlight\" title=\"sunburn-3-706bde4b576a4596931379624f12f0cc-6\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Stocksy<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"article-intro_1-0\" class=\"comp article-intro mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Removing yourself from the sun immediately after noticing a burn is crucial to prevent further skin damage. <\/li>\n<li>Cooling the skin with a cold compress or shower can soothe inflammation and relieve sunburn pain. <\/li>\n<li>Topical application of pure aloe vera helps speed up healing for first- and second-degree burns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Any beauty junkie knows: a sunburn is <em>not<\/em> a good thing (just like laying out in the sun to tan is <em>not<\/em> a good thing). We know that SPF is essential for protecting us from damaging sun exposure\u2014which, worst case scenario, puts us at risk for skin cancer. But even the most diligent applier-and-re-applier of SPF has probably missed a spot at some point. And that\u2019s when you need a quick fix, because sunburns <em>really hurt.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> But first, what exactly is a sunburn and why do we get them? \u201cSunburn is an inflammatory reaction of the skin\u2019s outer layers by UV rays,\u201d explains Cambridge, Massachusetts-based board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Ranella Hirsch.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--definition beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-definition\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<h3 id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">What Is a Sunburn?<\/h3>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>Sunburn is an inflammatory reaction of the skin\u2019s outer layers by UV rays. It is characterized by redness, skin peeling, swelling, and blisters. While sunburn can heal, some cells may have mutations that cannot be reversed and could turn cancerous.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u201cMelanin is a skin pigment that protects the skin from damage caused by the sun.\u00a0It works by darkening your unprotected sun-exposed skin. Some people have more melanin, and their skin tends to get darker or tan, while others become sunburned.\u00a0<strong>But no matter which your skin is prone to, Hirsch emphasizes, \u201cBOTH are signs of cellular damage to the skin<\/strong>.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u00a0\u201cThe sun produces ultraviolet radiation that reaches the skin and damages skin cells. This happens because the radiation causes changes in the DNA in skin cells, which results in the redness of a sunburn,\u201d she explains.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u00a0Fortunately, there are a number of things you can do to cool the burn and expedite the healing process. We spoke to a number of top dermatologists to get the scoop on how to deal when you\u2019re already burned\u2014and how to prevent it from happening in the future.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc__content mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"15\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_1-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">01<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Immediately Remove Yourself from the Sun <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Get out of the sun as soon as you see a burn and stay out until it\u2019s completely healed. The rule of thumb, Hirsch says is to stay out of the sun as long as you are still red, pink, or peeling. \u201cWhen your skin is already battling sunburn injury, it&#8217;s much prone to sun damage\u2014more extensive this time,\u201d Henry warns.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_2-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">02<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Cool the Skin <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> You\u2019ll want to get some cooling relief to your burn ASAP. Though perhaps we know this intuitively, Henry confirms that \u201ccold helps soothe inflammation, pain, and the stingy, itching sensation of sunburn.\u201d But make sure you don\u2019t apply ice, or an ice pack directly to the skin. \u201cInstead, wrap the cold compress in a towel or thick cloth and limit its application to 15 to 20 minutes at a time to prevent frostbite,\u201d she says, adding that you should wait one to two hours before reapplying it.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> A cool shower is also recommended as it can \u201chelp wash away any chlorine or salt residue that might irritate your skin more,\u201d she says, noting that you should not, however, stay in the shower for too long, as that can be drying too. Finally, avoid using any harsh soap and do not scrub, both of which Henry says tend to cause further irritation.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_3-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">03<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Take a Milk or Oatmeal Bath <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Draw yourself one of these sunburn-soothing soaks. Option One: \u201cFinely ground oatmeal (called colloidal oatmeal in drugstores) has anti-inflammatory properties, making it effective at controlling inflammation and itchiness associated with sunburn, thanks to compounds called avenanthramides that block inflammation,\u201d explains New York City-based board-certified dermatologist Dr. Michelle Henry.\u201cMoreover, colloidal oatmeal can be especially helpful for soothing what is known as the Hell\u2019s itch\u2014an extremely painful, unrelenting itch that may happen very rarely a few days after the sunburn.\u201d The cherry on top: cool colloidal oatmeal baths also help moisturize your skin and bolster skin repair.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Burned and no oatmeal in sight? Don\u2019t worry. Try Hirsch\u2019s equal parts milk and cool-water bath. You don\u2019t need to soak for hours, she says. \u201cThe milk proteins and naturally-occurring lactic acid are very soothing,\u201d she explains.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_4-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">04<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Take Ibuprofen or NSAIDS <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Turns out more than just topical treatments can help alleviate the pain of a sunburn. \u201cA pain reliever like ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or naproxen (Aleve) helps mitigate pain, inflammation, and redness,\u201d Henry says. But, act fast, she says: \u201cThe sooner you take it, the faster it will act to reduce your symptoms of sunburn. So, make it a point to take the first dose right away.\u201d After that, you can continue to take as needed and as directed\u2014but make sure not to take without eating something first as that can upset your stomach.\u00a0\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_5-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">05<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Rehydrate from the Inside Out <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Fact: your skin requires much more water when it\u2019s sunburned while it heals. \u201cWhen your skin is fighting the damage caused by the harmful ultraviolet rays, it needs extra hydration to replenish the fluids it lost while you were out in the sun,\u201d Henry explains. As soon as you realize you\u2019re burned, it\u2019s time to up your water intake. Hirsch notes that there are other ways to up your hydration ASAP too. Gatorade, Pedialyte, and even Pedialyte popsicles can help rehydrate, and \u201cwater-laden fruits and vegetables like watermelon and cucumber\u201d can help too.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_6-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">06<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Hydrate Externally as Well <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> After showering, use a gentle moisturizer to help lock in hydration. Whenever you shower, gently pat your skin, and while it\u2019s still a little damp, quickly slather a gentle moisturizer (such as from the CeraVe line) to help lock in moisture and help with the dryness that can go hand-in-hand with sunburn. As much as it might feel weird, \u201ccontinue to moisturize your skin even during the peeling stage of sunburn,\u201d Henry says.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_7-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">07<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Wear Loose-Fitting Clothing <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> This one might feel obvious when you\u2019re dealing with a burn, but spare your skin the spandex and reach for loose clothing. Look for things that are not only loose but also \u201csoft, breathable, and as covered-up as possible,\u201d Henry says.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_8-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">08<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Apply Aloe Vera <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Sunburns and aloe are like peanut butter and jelly\u2014most of us know they\u2019re a good match. \u201cThe cooling effect of the gel from this cactus plant can help heal first-and-second-degree burns and speed up healing,\u201d Henry explains. Be sure, however, to look for pure aloe vera: &#8220;Avoid anything that contains alcohol, as it can cancel out the moisturizing, soothing effects of this plant,\u201d she says. If you\u2019re lucky enough to have access to an actual aloe plant, that\u2019s even better!\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_9-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">09<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Mix Hydocortisone + Aquaphor <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> New York City-based board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Morgan Rabach recommends this drugstore-friendly blend you can create with things already in your medicine cabinet: Hydrocortisone 1% cream mixed with Aquaphor which, together, \u201ccan soothe inflammation and help the skin feel less dry and tight.\u201d (Note: this is only for adult skin.)\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_10-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">10<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Look for Products With Peptides <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> You\u2019ve probably seen peptides mentioned in high-tech anti-aging skincare products. Turns out they have wound healing properties too. \u201cPeptides are small amino acid chains that are the building blocks of cells, so they work to rebuild damaged cells,&#8221; she explains. &#8220;We know they also can permeate into the dermis and help boost collagen synthesis.&#8221; Rabach recommends peptide-laced products like TNS Recovery by SkinMedica for all her patients dealing with the results of too much sun. We also like M-61\u2019s ultralight Hydraboost Collagen+Peptide Water Cream (which is a bit less of a splurge).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_11-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_11-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">11<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_11-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Don&#8217;t Pick or Peel <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Let your skin <em>be<\/em>\u2014and try not to pick while it heals. \u201cWhen a sunburn reaches its peeling stage, let the skin slough naturally,\u201d Henry says, and \u201cIf you have blisters, do not pick or pop them.\u201d Why? Because \u201cpopping a blister increases the chances of getting it infected.\u201d If a blister pops on its own, Henry recommends cleaning it with mild antibacterial soap and cool water and then layering on some petrolatum ointment and covering the site with a sterile, nonstick band-aid.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_12-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_12-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">12<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_12-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Lastly, Prevent a Burn From Happening Again <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Make sure to exercise caution before going back in the sun. Henry emphasizes the importance of \u201cwearing sun-protective clothing, including long sleeves, pants, and a broad-brim hat,\u201d as the most important preventative measure against sunburn. This should, of course, be coupled with applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a high SPF when you\u2019re out in the sun\u2014preferably SPF 30 or higher. Remember to reapply sunscreen every two hours especially after swimming or sweating!\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"article-outro_1-0\" class=\"comp article-outro mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-block upnext-link\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Byrdie Editors Tested Dozens of Face Sunscreens\u2014These 9 Are the Best of the Best<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-post-content\">\n<div id=\"beauty-breadcrumbs--chips_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-universal-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more mntl-text-block text-title-100\">Read more:<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-universal-breadcrumbs_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-breadcrumbs mntl-block text-label-300 breadcrumbs\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Skin<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Sun Care<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<div id=\"list-sc_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc mntl-block\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sunburn-3-706bde4b576a4596931379624f12f0cc-6.webp\" width=\"1540\" height=\"1155\" alt=\"A persons bare shoulder with water droplets visible backlit by sunlight\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"sunburn-3-706bde4b576a4596931379624f12f0cc-6\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sunburn-3-706bde4b576a4596931379624f12f0cc-6.webp\" width=\"1540\" height=\"1155\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"A persons bare shoulder with water droplets visible backlit by sunlight\" title=\"sunburn-3-706bde4b576a4596931379624f12f0cc-6\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Stocksy<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"article-intro_1-0\" class=\"comp article-intro mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Removing yourself from the sun immediately after noticing a burn is crucial to prevent further skin damage. <\/li>\n<li>Cooling the skin with a cold compress or shower can soothe inflammation and relieve sunburn pain. <\/li>\n<li>Topical application of pure aloe vera helps speed up healing for first- and second-degree burns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Any beauty junkie knows: a sunburn is <em>not<\/em> a good thing (just like laying out in the sun to tan is <em>not<\/em> a good thing). We know that SPF is essential for protecting us from damaging sun exposure\u2014which, worst case scenario, puts us at risk for skin cancer. But even the most diligent applier-and-re-applier of SPF has probably missed a spot at some point. And that\u2019s when you need a quick fix, because sunburns <em>really hurt.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> But first, what exactly is a sunburn and why do we get them? \u201cSunburn is an inflammatory reaction of the skin\u2019s outer layers by UV rays,\u201d explains Cambridge, Massachusetts-based board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Ranella Hirsch.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--definition beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-definition\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<h3 id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">What Is a Sunburn?<\/h3>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>Sunburn is an inflammatory reaction of the skin\u2019s outer layers by UV rays. It is characterized by redness, skin peeling, swelling, and blisters. While sunburn can heal, some cells may have mutations that cannot be reversed and could turn cancerous.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u201cMelanin is a skin pigment that protects the skin from damage caused by the sun.\u00a0It works by darkening your unprotected sun-exposed skin. Some people have more melanin, and their skin tends to get darker or tan, while others become sunburned.\u00a0<strong>But no matter which your skin is prone to, Hirsch emphasizes, \u201cBOTH are signs of cellular damage to the skin<\/strong>.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u00a0\u201cThe sun produces ultraviolet radiation that reaches the skin and damages skin cells. This happens because the radiation causes changes in the DNA in skin cells, which results in the redness of a sunburn,\u201d she explains.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u00a0Fortunately, there are a number of things you can do to cool the burn and expedite the healing process. We spoke to a number of top dermatologists to get the scoop on how to deal when you\u2019re already burned\u2014and how to prevent it from happening in the future.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc__content mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"15\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_1-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">01<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Immediately Remove Yourself from the Sun <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Get out of the sun as soon as you see a burn and stay out until it\u2019s completely healed. The rule of thumb, Hirsch says is to stay out of the sun as long as you are still red, pink, or peeling. \u201cWhen your skin is already battling sunburn injury, it&#8217;s much prone to sun damage\u2014more extensive this time,\u201d Henry warns.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_2-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">02<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Cool the Skin <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> You\u2019ll want to get some cooling relief to your burn ASAP. Though perhaps we know this intuitively, Henry confirms that \u201ccold helps soothe inflammation, pain, and the stingy, itching sensation of sunburn.\u201d But make sure you don\u2019t apply ice, or an ice pack directly to the skin. \u201cInstead, wrap the cold compress in a towel or thick cloth and limit its application to 15 to 20 minutes at a time to prevent frostbite,\u201d she says, adding that you should wait one to two hours before reapplying it.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> A cool shower is also recommended as it can \u201chelp wash away any chlorine or salt residue that might irritate your skin more,\u201d she says, noting that you should not, however, stay in the shower for too long, as that can be drying too. Finally, avoid using any harsh soap and do not scrub, both of which Henry says tend to cause further irritation.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_3-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">03<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Take a Milk or Oatmeal Bath <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Draw yourself one of these sunburn-soothing soaks. Option One: \u201cFinely ground oatmeal (called colloidal oatmeal in drugstores) has anti-inflammatory properties, making it effective at controlling inflammation and itchiness associated with sunburn, thanks to compounds called avenanthramides that block inflammation,\u201d explains New York City-based board-certified dermatologist Dr. Michelle Henry.\u201cMoreover, colloidal oatmeal can be especially helpful for soothing what is known as the Hell\u2019s itch\u2014an extremely painful, unrelenting itch that may happen very rarely a few days after the sunburn.\u201d The cherry on top: cool colloidal oatmeal baths also help moisturize your skin and bolster skin repair.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Burned and no oatmeal in sight? Don\u2019t worry. Try Hirsch\u2019s equal parts milk and cool-water bath. You don\u2019t need to soak for hours, she says. \u201cThe milk proteins and naturally-occurring lactic acid are very soothing,\u201d she explains.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_4-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">04<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Take Ibuprofen or NSAIDS <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Turns out more than just topical treatments can help alleviate the pain of a sunburn. \u201cA pain reliever like ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or naproxen (Aleve) helps mitigate pain, inflammation, and redness,\u201d Henry says. But, act fast, she says: \u201cThe sooner you take it, the faster it will act to reduce your symptoms of sunburn. So, make it a point to take the first dose right away.\u201d After that, you can continue to take as needed and as directed\u2014but make sure not to take without eating something first as that can upset your stomach.\u00a0\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_5-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">05<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Rehydrate from the Inside Out <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Fact: your skin requires much more water when it\u2019s sunburned while it heals. \u201cWhen your skin is fighting the damage caused by the harmful ultraviolet rays, it needs extra hydration to replenish the fluids it lost while you were out in the sun,\u201d Henry explains. As soon as you realize you\u2019re burned, it\u2019s time to up your water intake. Hirsch notes that there are other ways to up your hydration ASAP too. Gatorade, Pedialyte, and even Pedialyte popsicles can help rehydrate, and \u201cwater-laden fruits and vegetables like watermelon and cucumber\u201d can help too.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_6-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">06<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Hydrate Externally as Well <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> After showering, use a gentle moisturizer to help lock in hydration. Whenever you shower, gently pat your skin, and while it\u2019s still a little damp, quickly slather a gentle moisturizer (such as from the CeraVe line) to help lock in moisture and help with the dryness that can go hand-in-hand with sunburn. As much as it might feel weird, \u201ccontinue to moisturize your skin even during the peeling stage of sunburn,\u201d Henry says.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_7-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">07<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Wear Loose-Fitting Clothing <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> This one might feel obvious when you\u2019re dealing with a burn, but spare your skin the spandex and reach for loose clothing. Look for things that are not only loose but also \u201csoft, breathable, and as covered-up as possible,\u201d Henry says.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_8-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">08<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Apply Aloe Vera <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Sunburns and aloe are like peanut butter and jelly\u2014most of us know they\u2019re a good match. \u201cThe cooling effect of the gel from this cactus plant can help heal first-and-second-degree burns and speed up healing,\u201d Henry explains. Be sure, however, to look for pure aloe vera: &#8220;Avoid anything that contains alcohol, as it can cancel out the moisturizing, soothing effects of this plant,\u201d she says. If you\u2019re lucky enough to have access to an actual aloe plant, that\u2019s even better!\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_9-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">09<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Mix Hydocortisone + Aquaphor <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> New York City-based board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Morgan Rabach recommends this drugstore-friendly blend you can create with things already in your medicine cabinet: Hydrocortisone 1% cream mixed with Aquaphor which, together, \u201ccan soothe inflammation and help the skin feel less dry and tight.\u201d (Note: this is only for adult skin.)\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_10-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">10<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Look for Products With Peptides <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> You\u2019ve probably seen peptides mentioned in high-tech anti-aging skincare products. Turns out they have wound healing properties too. \u201cPeptides are small amino acid chains that are the building blocks of cells, so they work to rebuild damaged cells,&#8221; she explains. &#8220;We know they also can permeate into the dermis and help boost collagen synthesis.&#8221; Rabach recommends peptide-laced products like TNS Recovery by SkinMedica for all her patients dealing with the results of too much sun. We also like M-61\u2019s ultralight Hydraboost Collagen+Peptide Water Cream (which is a bit less of a splurge).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_11-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_11-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">11<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_11-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Don&#8217;t Pick or Peel <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Let your skin <em>be<\/em>\u2014and try not to pick while it heals. \u201cWhen a sunburn reaches its peeling stage, let the skin slough naturally,\u201d Henry says, and \u201cIf you have blisters, do not pick or pop them.\u201d Why? Because \u201cpopping a blister increases the chances of getting it infected.\u201d If a blister pops on its own, Henry recommends cleaning it with mild antibacterial soap and cool water and then layering on some petrolatum ointment and covering the site with a sterile, nonstick band-aid.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_12-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_12-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">12<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_12-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Lastly, Prevent a Burn From Happening Again <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Make sure to exercise caution before going back in the sun. Henry emphasizes the importance of \u201cwearing sun-protective clothing, including long sleeves, pants, and a broad-brim hat,\u201d as the most important preventative measure against sunburn. This should, of course, be coupled with applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a high SPF when you\u2019re out in the sun\u2014preferably SPF 30 or higher. Remember to reapply sunscreen every two hours especially after swimming or sweating!\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"article-outro_1-0\" class=\"comp article-outro mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-block upnext-link\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Byrdie Editors Tested Dozens of Face Sunscreens\u2014These 9 Are the Best of the Best<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc__content mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"15\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_1-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">01<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Immediately Remove Yourself from the Sun <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Get out of the sun as soon as you see a burn and stay out until it\u2019s completely healed. The rule of thumb, Hirsch says is to stay out of the sun as long as you are still red, pink, or peeling. \u201cWhen your skin is already battling sunburn injury, it&#8217;s much prone to sun damage\u2014more extensive this time,\u201d Henry warns.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_2-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">02<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Cool the Skin <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> You\u2019ll want to get some cooling relief to your burn ASAP. Though perhaps we know this intuitively, Henry confirms that \u201ccold helps soothe inflammation, pain, and the stingy, itching sensation of sunburn.\u201d But make sure you don\u2019t apply ice, or an ice pack directly to the skin. \u201cInstead, wrap the cold compress in a towel or thick cloth and limit its application to 15 to 20 minutes at a time to prevent frostbite,\u201d she says, adding that you should wait one to two hours before reapplying it.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> A cool shower is also recommended as it can \u201chelp wash away any chlorine or salt residue that might irritate your skin more,\u201d she says, noting that you should not, however, stay in the shower for too long, as that can be drying too. Finally, avoid using any harsh soap and do not scrub, both of which Henry says tend to cause further irritation.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_3-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">03<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Take a Milk or Oatmeal Bath <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Draw yourself one of these sunburn-soothing soaks. Option One: \u201cFinely ground oatmeal (called colloidal oatmeal in drugstores) has anti-inflammatory properties, making it effective at controlling inflammation and itchiness associated with sunburn, thanks to compounds called avenanthramides that block inflammation,\u201d explains New York City-based board-certified dermatologist Dr. Michelle Henry.\u201cMoreover, colloidal oatmeal can be especially helpful for soothing what is known as the Hell\u2019s itch\u2014an extremely painful, unrelenting itch that may happen very rarely a few days after the sunburn.\u201d The cherry on top: cool colloidal oatmeal baths also help moisturize your skin and bolster skin repair.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Burned and no oatmeal in sight? Don\u2019t worry. Try Hirsch\u2019s equal parts milk and cool-water bath. You don\u2019t need to soak for hours, she says. \u201cThe milk proteins and naturally-occurring lactic acid are very soothing,\u201d she explains.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_4-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">04<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Take Ibuprofen or NSAIDS <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Turns out more than just topical treatments can help alleviate the pain of a sunburn. \u201cA pain reliever like ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or naproxen (Aleve) helps mitigate pain, inflammation, and redness,\u201d Henry says. But, act fast, she says: \u201cThe sooner you take it, the faster it will act to reduce your symptoms of sunburn. So, make it a point to take the first dose right away.\u201d After that, you can continue to take as needed and as directed\u2014but make sure not to take without eating something first as that can upset your stomach.\u00a0\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_5-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">05<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Rehydrate from the Inside Out <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Fact: your skin requires much more water when it\u2019s sunburned while it heals. \u201cWhen your skin is fighting the damage caused by the harmful ultraviolet rays, it needs extra hydration to replenish the fluids it lost while you were out in the sun,\u201d Henry explains. As soon as you realize you\u2019re burned, it\u2019s time to up your water intake. Hirsch notes that there are other ways to up your hydration ASAP too. Gatorade, Pedialyte, and even Pedialyte popsicles can help rehydrate, and \u201cwater-laden fruits and vegetables like watermelon and cucumber\u201d can help too.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_6-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">06<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Hydrate Externally as Well <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> After showering, use a gentle moisturizer to help lock in hydration. Whenever you shower, gently pat your skin, and while it\u2019s still a little damp, quickly slather a gentle moisturizer (such as from the CeraVe line) to help lock in moisture and help with the dryness that can go hand-in-hand with sunburn. As much as it might feel weird, \u201ccontinue to moisturize your skin even during the peeling stage of sunburn,\u201d Henry says.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_7-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">07<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Wear Loose-Fitting Clothing <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> This one might feel obvious when you\u2019re dealing with a burn, but spare your skin the spandex and reach for loose clothing. Look for things that are not only loose but also \u201csoft, breathable, and as covered-up as possible,\u201d Henry says.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_8-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">08<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Apply Aloe Vera <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Sunburns and aloe are like peanut butter and jelly\u2014most of us know they\u2019re a good match. \u201cThe cooling effect of the gel from this cactus plant can help heal first-and-second-degree burns and speed up healing,\u201d Henry explains. Be sure, however, to look for pure aloe vera: &#8220;Avoid anything that contains alcohol, as it can cancel out the moisturizing, soothing effects of this plant,\u201d she says. If you\u2019re lucky enough to have access to an actual aloe plant, that\u2019s even better!\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_9-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">09<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Mix Hydocortisone + Aquaphor <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> New York City-based board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Morgan Rabach recommends this drugstore-friendly blend you can create with things already in your medicine cabinet: Hydrocortisone 1% cream mixed with Aquaphor which, together, \u201ccan soothe inflammation and help the skin feel less dry and tight.\u201d (Note: this is only for adult skin.)\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_10-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">10<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Look for Products With Peptides <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> You\u2019ve probably seen peptides mentioned in high-tech anti-aging skincare products. Turns out they have wound healing properties too. \u201cPeptides are small amino acid chains that are the building blocks of cells, so they work to rebuild damaged cells,&#8221; she explains. &#8220;We know they also can permeate into the dermis and help boost collagen synthesis.&#8221; Rabach recommends peptide-laced products like TNS Recovery by SkinMedica for all her patients dealing with the results of too much sun. We also like M-61\u2019s ultralight Hydraboost Collagen+Peptide Water Cream (which is a bit less of a splurge).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_11-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_11-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">11<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_11-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Don&#8217;t Pick or Peel <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Let your skin <em>be<\/em>\u2014and try not to pick while it heals. \u201cWhen a sunburn reaches its peeling stage, let the skin slough naturally,\u201d Henry says, and \u201cIf you have blisters, do not pick or pop them.\u201d Why? Because \u201cpopping a blister increases the chances of getting it infected.\u201d If a blister pops on its own, Henry recommends cleaning it with mild antibacterial soap and cool water and then layering on some petrolatum ointment and covering the site with a sterile, nonstick band-aid.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_12-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_12-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">12<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 12<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_12-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Lastly, Prevent a Burn From Happening Again <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Make sure to exercise caution before going back in the sun. Henry emphasizes the importance of \u201cwearing sun-protective clothing, including long sleeves, pants, and a broad-brim hat,\u201d as the most important preventative measure against sunburn. This should, of course, be coupled with applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a high SPF when you\u2019re out in the sun\u2014preferably SPF 30 or higher. Remember to reapply sunscreen every two hours especially after swimming or sweating!\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> Source URL: https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/how-to-heal-a-sunburn-11891117<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Most Effective Way to Soothe and Heal a Sunburn, According to Derms We Trust A vacation playbook. By Sara Spruch-Feiner Sara Spruch-Feiner Sara is a contributing writer for Byrdie, who primarily covers skincare. She has worked in beauty editorial for a decade and has contributed to publications like Marie Claire, Allure, and Racked. 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