HELP!!!!! How do you stop itching from a sunburn?????
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Well whenever I get a sunburn I put that aloe on it, it helps the pain and prolly the itching too =]
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My parents always put vinegar on my sunburns when I was a kid, but if you don't want to do that get some sunburn gel at a store where all the tanning lotions are at.  Will even prevent peeling
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I used to work in a tanning salon for four years.  You are trying to get a tan way too fast.  You must gradually get a tan.  Right now you are sunburned which means your body is going to get rid of all those cells you just killed and all the tanning you've done has been for nothing.  Buy a tanning lotion that is meant for use in the tanning bed.  One that you use outside is NOT recommended.  It can ruin the acrylic on the tanning bed.  If you can afford a tanning bed lotion, as they can be quite spendy ranging from $15 for the cheap stuff, (where you might as well just use a moisturizer), and up to $45 for the awesome stuff.  Back to your problem... you itch because your skin is dried-out.  You need to give your skin a break and go back to the beginning.  When you start tanning again start with going half of the maximum time allowed in the bed OR LESS.  If you burn the first time go less time the next time.  If you didn't get ANY color don't go anymore than 2-3 minutes more than the last time.  You really must gradually work on your tan in a tanning bed go get the best tan for your money.  BTW, if you decide to go for that lotion I recommend something with a bronzer and without the hot stuff... your tanning salon should know what I'm talking about.  ALSO... if you have very pale skin and have never been able tan outdoors you will not be able to get tan in a tanning bed and is not recommended that you try to do so.  Also, always use those tanning eye covers... you can do severe damage to your eyes without doing so, and over time at the very least you can get uncorrectable night visionn problems.
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First of all don't use a sun bed, they emit the same amound of UV rays as the midday sun! I find that aloe vera is great for itchy skin and sunburn. You can buy aloe vera gel at health food shops or better yet buy an aloe vera plant and break off parts of the plant and rub it on.
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Sunburn\nHome Treatment\n\nHome treatment measures may provide some relief from a mild sunburn.:\n\n    *  Use cool cloths on sunburned areas.\n    * Take frequent cool showers or baths.\n    * Apply soothing lotions that contain aloe vera to sunburned areas. Topical steroids (such as 1% hydrocortisone cream) may also help with sunburn pain and swelling. Note: Do not use the cream on children younger than age 2 unless your doctor tells you to. Do not use in the rectal or vaginal area in children younger than age 12 unless your doctor tells you to.\n\nA sunburn can cause a mild fever and a headache. Lie down in a cool, quiet room to relieve the headache. A headache may be caused by dehydration, so drinking fluids may help. For more information, see the topic Dehydration.\n\nThere is little you can do to stop skin from peeling after a sunburn—it is part of the healing process. Lotion may help relieve the itching.\n\nOther home treatment measures, such as chamomile, may help relieve your sunburn symptoms.\nMedicine you can buy without a prescription Try an over-the-counter medicine to help treat your pain or fever:\n\n    * Acetaminophen, such as Tylenol or Panadol\n    * Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs):\n           Ibuprofen, such as Advil or Motrin\n           Naproxen, such as Aleve or Naprosyn\n           Ketoprofen, such as Actron or Orudis\n    * Aspirin, such as Bayer or Ecotrin\n\nSafety tips Be sure to follow these safety tips when you use an over-the-counter medicine:\n\n    * Carefully read and follow all directions on the medicine bottle and box.\n    * Do not use more than the recommended dose.\n    * Do not take a medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to it in the past.\n    * If you have been told to avoid a medicine, call your doctor before you take it.\n    * If you are or could be pregnant, call your doctor before you take any medicine.\n    * Do not give aspirin to anyone younger than age 20 unless your doctor tells you to
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Well, I don't know the severity of your sunburn...but let me tell you that when I was in high school, I had gotten a sunburn so bad that it was considered a very bad 2nd degree.  I was in misery and had to go to the doctor to get some special cream to put on it.  So if it is that bad please go to the doctor immediately.  Also, small blisters can turn into really big blisters overnight.  So keep a good watch on your skin for blisters.  Also, do not shower in very warm water while you are burnt, as this will worsen the burn as well as the pain.  I also recommend that you use PhysoHex or PhysoDerm soap on the area instead of regular soap when you wash.  There are many types of lotions and sprays out there that help with the pain such as solarcaine.  Aloe is very good for putting the hydration back into the skin, but make sure your skin is dry before applying as wetness on top of the skin with the aloe over it makes blistering worse.\n\nBest of luck to you!!
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try an all natural sunblock -- here is a recipe if ya wanna try.  I would have thought a baby sunblock woulda had less irritants....good luck
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tanning really helps this. also, salt water, or pool water. all of these things will clear it up.also, neosporin helps too. i figured that one out for myself. one day i was out of my cortizone(which also heps with itching) and i tried it, and it worked really great.
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Hey man be careful with some crazy people up there. Oatmeal, lemon juice, vinegar IS NOT GOOD AT ALL. Those things could make it even worst. Take a pain killer like Advil or Tylenol. Also, get Banana Boat Aloe Vera gel. Put it in the fridge and use it at least twice a day (morning and evening). Last year I had a bad SBurn. Right after the Aloe Vera gel I use a Lubriderm lotion. Don't rub it, be gentle. Also, don't expose yourself to the sun and use light cotton cloth. Avoid detergent or use a natural one to avoid any sensitive reaction to the skin. Also, drink vitamin E and break a capsule and mix it with the Lubriderm or Aloe Vera gel. It worked out for me. I know people who had nasty marks after a sun burn like mine. I don't have any!
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put differant sunblocks on differant parts of your arm or some thing then go sit in the sun ad get burned
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Pure aloe. Also any type of burn relief used for sunburn, it has lidocaine in it for the pain and will help it stay clean. You can cover it with a bandaid to ensure that it stays clean. Don't put butter on it, that just adds fuel to the fire, so to speak. Toothpaste also helps (just make sure it isn't cinnamon flavored. Sensodyne is the best to use for burns, bites, and the itching since it is for sensitive teeth).
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Buy an Aloe Vera leaf use the gel inside whipe it on the burn. It works great on skin whipe it all over to keep skin looking young.
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Have you tried capsaicin cream? This is a hot pepper cream that is used for arthritis pain when applied to the joints. It can also be used for intractable itching. Apply a small amount every eight hours. The first couple times you will feel heat for about 20 minutes. After 5-6 regular applications you will no longer feel any heat and you will notice your itching is gone. When you get to this point only a single application might be necessary to keep your itch from coming back. My dermatologist told me this option and it works great for severe itching. Capsaicin is available OTC from the pharmacist if you don't see it out on the shelf.\n\nBTW-You probably have dermatitis or eczema. It is very common for dermatitis or eczema symptoms like itching to begin as the skin drys out in the fall and winter.\n\nhttp://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/488914_3\n\ngood luck
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If I'm in public i pretend I'm getting something out of my back pocket. I remember once i had really bad sunburn and it was really itchy and i couldn't stop scratching, It annoyed this guy so much and told me to go and worm myself. ( abit embarrassing but it made me laugh) ** discression is my middle name**
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YES! TRY USING ALOE VERA LOTION! YOU CAN FIND IT AT ANY WAL MART STORE; DOLLAR GENERAL STORE; DRUGSTORE; ETC.!\n\nIT IS EXCELLENT FOR SUNBURNS TOO!\n\nARIES
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aloe will work for temporary...call ur doc and tell em u need a scrip for a cream called silvadine.....u can look it up i got burnt on my arm second degree from an oven and my nephew got sunburned with water blisters...and they prescribed us both the same thing...it goes on and stays on aloe stops working in like 30 minutes...and stay cool.
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i found this article.. hope this can help:\n\nTreating a sunburn quickly and with healing ingredients is important to help reduce the damage and to protect against further damage. \n\nHealing Sunburn Treatments \n\nAloe Vera Gel \nFor sunburn there is nothing better than aloe vera gel; it is antibacterial and deeply healing for burns in part because of aloectin B, which stimulates the immune system. Aloe vera gel is used in hospitals for burn victims. Aloe Vera comes from the aloe vera plant, and the gel may be squeezed from its leaves, or you can buy pure aloe vera gel as a product in most health food stores. \n\nVitamin E Cream\nOne of the antioxidants, vitamin E creams, ointments and oils, can help heal sunburn damage and shorten its effects. \n\nIncrease Your Vitamin C \nAnother antioxidant, increasing your vitamin C intake while sunburned will help you heal. \n\nBlack Tea Sunburn Soother \nThe tannins in cool black tea will help sooth a sunburn. \n\nBaking Soda Bath\nHave a cool bath to which 1/2 a cup of baking soda has been added. \n\nCalendula Creams\nCalendula is one of the most healing plants. The flowers are emollient, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antiviral. They are immune system stimulants and rich in carotenoids. Look in your health food store for calendula creams and ointments. \n\nAvoid Petroleum jelly, as it will hold in the heat. \n\n..and oh, drink lots of water!