Naturally Treat a Sunburn

With the coming of warmer weather and more time in the sun, it is not uncommon for many people to over expose their bare skin to the sun resulting in a first or second-degree burn.

A first-degree sunburn is red, warm and sensitive to the touch. A second-degree sunburn has extreme redness, blistering and pain. A severe burn may also be accompanied by a fever, nausea and the chills.

4 Great Natural Topical Sunburn Treatments

1. Colloidal silver is a natural antiseptic, helps with inflammation and promotes healing.

2. Aloe vera is a wonderful topical treatment for sunburns. It moisturizes the skin, aids healing and diminishes pain and discomfortan from hot, inflamed skin.

3. Calendula salve is an efficient pain killer, antiseptic and aids wound healing.

4. Tea tree oil salve or cream has been used successfully for healing burns and skin irritations.