Other home treatment measures for a first-degree burn or sunburn

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Other home treatment measures for a first-degree burn or sunburn

There is no evidence-based research to support the safety and effectiveness of the following home treatment measures, but they may help relieve your burn symptoms.

Soak a washcloth in equal parts of milk and water to make a cool compress.
Add oatmeal [] or baking soda to a cool water bath.
Use a moisturizer or light powder to smooth areas where skin rubs against skin to prevent chafing.
Use calamine lotion for itching.
Cut a raw potato and spread the juice on the burned skin.
Use chamomile diluted in warm water or brewed into a tea to sponge on the burned skin.
Add 2 to 3 drops of lavender essential oil to 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil to smooth over the burned skin.

Avoid breaking open any blisters, and watch for any signs of a skin infection while using home treatment measures.

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Author	Jan Nissl, RN, BS
Editor	Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA
Associate Editor	Michele Cronen
Associate Editor	Tracy Landauer
Primary Medical Reviewer	William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer	Alexander H. Murray, MD, FRCPC - Dermatology
Last Updated	December 28, 2007

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Last updated:	December 28, 2007
Author:	Jan Nissl, RN, BS
Reviewed By:	William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine, Alexander H. Murray, MD, FRCPC - Dermatology
Editors:	Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Tracy Landauer

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