No burn is simple to treat! This is true for a first-degree burn that is red and swollen, a second-degree burn that produces a blister, or a third-degree burn that penetrates into muscle and deep tissue and occasionally chars the flesh. Infections, scars, and even shock can result if burns are improperly treated.
Too much sun tanning damages skin cells. Ozone depletion in our atmosphere is increasing the amount of harmful ultraviolet rays from sunlight we are exposed to. There is an increase in melanoma skin cancer in those who are exposed to excessive ultraviolet radiation. Always protect your skin from sunburn by using sun block of an SPF 15 or higher if you have dark skin or SPF 30 if you have a fair complexion.To treat a burn immediately flush a fresh burn with cold water and apply ice and continue until the area is cold. Apply vitamin E, aloe, or tea tree oil to the burn every hour until the pain is gone. Third degree burns require professional care immediately, since deep blood vessels, nerves, and lymphatic vessels in the skin are damaged.
Vitamin E for Burns
Applying vitamin E directly to a burn will stop the pain immediately. It also helps heal the wound and prevent scarring. You simply squeeze the contents of a Vitamin E capsule onto the affected area. It will look like a clear gel. Make sure the area is dry before applying because vitamin E is a fat soluble vitamin which means it will not penetrate the skin if it’s covered in water.
Aloe on Burns
Aloe Vera is probably the most well known natural treatment for burns. That’s why it’s included in almost every sun block and after sun care lotion. You can buy aloe vera gel or you can use it straight from the aloe plant, which has large succulent leaves that you can break open. There is a gooey clear gel that comes from the plant that alleviates the pain and swelling associated with burns. It has also been shown to minimize healing time.
Aloe is not as strong as the other natural alternatives, but it is a gentle way to treat minor burns.
Burns and Tea Tree Oil
Tea Tree oil provides an anesthetic-like action. It soothes and alleviates most pain on contact. It also will help prevent blistering and even scarring. Since infections nearly always develop in severe burns, frequent applications of tea tree oil will help stop itching and accelerate healing.
Did you know that Australian actor Mel Gibson insisted on using tea tree impregnated fire blankets on the set during the filming of the amazing fire scenes for the film Braveheart, just in case any of the actors or film crew were accidentally burned. Nice one Mel!
Everyone has burned themselves at some point in their lives either cooking on the stove or grill, or on a hot cup of tea, or by sitting in the sun too long. No matter what the cause, burns are serious and should be instantly treated with one of the above natural remedies.
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