How long does it generally take for your sunburn to fade away?
826251
Depends on the severity of the burn.  A new epidermis (outer layer of skin) develops every 28 days.
978609
Yes there is usually some redness for a day or two.  Generally it takes several treatments to get a good result.  Only the hairs that are in the active growth cycle are killed with the treatment.  Since a third of your hair foolicles are dormant at any time, we generally tell people to return every 6 weeks or so to optimize the number of hairs we catch in the growth phase.  Skin type can also be a factor.  Dark hair with lighter skin can usually be done with fewer visits than people with light hair or dark skin.
977240
A second-degree burn can take anywhere from 10 days to 3 weeks to heal.
968980
it will fade with time...Botox is risky be careful
1143813
I feel for you.  The sad thing about sunburns is there is no cure.  There is prevention but we all make mistakes and that is what is so upsetting about being burned, knowing we could have prevented it.\n\nOnce your skin is damaged by the sun, if it is burned badly enough, nothing you do will save that skin.  You can put lotions and ointments on it but that will only delay the inevitable.  If it is going to come off-it will eventually.\n\nFor the pain, drink as much water as you can stand, try something called "Blue Stuff", it has an anesthetic and aloe in it, take ibuprofen or aspirin and keep the skin moist with lotion so it isn't tight.  If it is tight and you are moving around it will stretch and that hurts.\n\nGood Luck\n\nFor the future, try the new sunblock sprays, they are easy to apply and do not feel icky on your skin.
405855
try using Castor oil, rub into scars and marks. they should start to fade in about 30-45 days. inexpensive too
820112
I got a tan in Florida in June, and its gone. I used this adoe stuff and my skin is white again. It takes about 5 months but its totally worth it. I have healthy, white skin and I love it!
758185
around 10 days on average. Keep doing those sitz baths frequently and they'll mend sooner.
448418
Sounds like maybe he had sunburn and now it is flaking off. This happened to me when I went to Mexico for a week.  It's hard to tell that you actually have the sunburn until it starts flaking off.
1009403
Yes.  And damage is actually already done prior to the burn.  The human body requires a mere 15 minutes per week of natural sunlight for the amout of vit. D it gives and the body needs.\n\nAny prolonged sun exposure is detrimental to your skin.  People who have never even been burned but just naturally tan get skin cancer, as well as premature wrinkling and even the leathery skin.
1109087
I don't burn either but I still use sun protection. Better to be safe then sorry. I believe over the years even if one doesn't burn they are still effected by the sun.
1034554
You need a SPF of 45 or more and reapply often. You need to cover up as much as is practical. You need to stay out of direct sunlight between 10-2. If you burn that easily you're a good candidate for various skin cancers, so protect yourself.
1075226
How long it takes varies from person to person.  DO NOT put noxema on it!  Noxema is oil based and will intensify the burn. \n\nHome treatment includes:\ncool showers or baths\navoid creams or lotions that can hold heat inside (oil based)\ndrink lots of fluids\nmotrin or tylenol for pain\nsee doctor if you have blistering\nstay out of the sun\nif you must go out, keep sunburned areas covered\nyou can use OTC preps designed specifically for sunburn (to numb the pain and remove redness such as Solarcaine or aloe gel)
435701
It depends on how much you are given. 1 injection usually takes about 2 hours to wear off. You may get some aching at the site of the injection. You may also drool a bit. I find a warm cloth helps reduce the swelling faster.
206728
Start at 5 minutes. I know that doesn't seem like much, but it'll take awhile for your skin to get used to it.\nIncrease your time by 2 minutes every 3 or 4 sessions! Tan every 48 hours, not everyday. Use a good quality lotion, but not a hot lotion until you get your base tan. The hot lotion will leave your skin red and blotchy.\n\nDO NOT go for 10 or 15 minutes when you're pale and this is your first time using a bed---you'll burn!!\nGood luck!
286510
Yes, you can still tan.  The 'tan' that your body produces is from the melanin production of your skin.  Melanin production occurs when the blood has been oxygenized.  This is the 'shield' that helps to prevent your skin from a burn.  You should ALWAYS wear an SPF of 25 or higher - EVERYDAY of your life - especially on your face, the top of your ears & nose.  SPF should be reapplied several times while tanning - esp. out in the real sun, if you’ve been in the water or have perspired.  The SPF blocks out the harmful UVA & UVB rays, therefore helping to produce that 'shield' without damaging your skin & by keeping away the free radicals that cause premature aging.  The best skin care lotion to use is NOT the stuff from Wal-Mart or the Gas Station.... Australian Gold & Swedish Beauty or among the Leaders of Ultimate Skin Care when it comes to tanning and keeping your skin healthy!  Though most of these Companies products are developed to be used while in the tanning bed, there are certain ones that can also be used Outside!  I LOVE these two Companies; I use nothing else, ALL year long - the ingredients in the lotions are scientifically developed for state-of-the-art skin care maintenance.  Please, Please, Please use an SPF everyday of your life.  You will have a healthy & happy glow of a radiant color – you WILL NOT remain white!!!!  Please also be aware that ANYTHING that is in over abundance or that is abused (i.e. tanning beds or the ‘real’ sun) can be harmful for your health.  Also keep in mind that skin cancer takes nearly 20 years to develop, so please watch out for the young’uns that know no better!!!!  Keep them lathered!  And you can also NOT be in the sun or ever had a burn to develop cancer.  Please, sometimes life gives you lose/lose situations ….  Take advantage of great knowledge to give yourself a win/win situation!!!  Thanx & Happy Tanning!!!!  J
594644
Well whenever I get a sunburn I put that aloe on it, it helps the pain and prolly the itching too =]