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Sunburn

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Sunburn is skin damage caused by excessive ultraviolet radiation exposure. It causes redness, pain and inflammation and increases long-term skin cancer risk.

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Hydration

Lifestyle

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Extra fluids may help after significant sun exposure.

Hours·💪 Low effort

Aloe Vera Gel

Natural

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Aloe vera gel may soothe mild sunburned skin.

Days·💪 Low effort

Moisturiser

Topical

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Gentle moisturisers may reduce dryness and peeling.

Days·💪 Low effort

Cool Showers or Compresses

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Cool water may reduce heat and discomfort from sunburn.

Minutes·💪 Low effort

Pain Relief Medication

Pharma

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Paracetamol or ibuprofen may reduce sunburn discomfort.

Hours·💪 Low effort

Loose Clothing

Lifestyle

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Loose clothing may reduce friction and irritation on sunburned skin.

Immediate·💪 Low effort

Cold Milk Compress

Natural

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Cold milk compresses are a traditional home remedy for soothing sunburn.

Minutes·💪 Low effort

Avoiding Further Sun Exposure

Lifestyle

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Protecting burned skin from additional UV exposure supports healing.

Days·💪 Medium effort

Topical Hydrocortisone

Topical

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Short-term low-dose hydrocortisone cream may reduce inflammation in mild cases.

Days·💪 Low effort

Prevention With Sunscreen

Topical

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Broad-spectrum sunscreen helps prevent future sunburn.

Preventive·💪 Low effort

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