HOW TO TREAT SUNBURN Get out of the sun immediately. Do not apply suntan lotion, oil, petroleum jelly, ointment, or butter to the burn. These will make the symptoms worse and prevent the skin from cooling in the air. Apply a cool compress. Take off your shirt and soak it in cold water. Dunk it in a water hazard if no other source of water is available. Wear the shirt or hold it on the burned area. (Continue to apply the cool compress once you are at home, or take a cool bath.) Drink water. Drinking 32 to 64 ounces of water will prevent dehydration and promote sweating. Use a soothing gel or lotion on the skin to cool the burned area. Aloe works best. If aloe plants grow nearby, break off a leaf and squeeze the gel out directly. Seek medical attention immediately if you experience serious symptoms.
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