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sunburn!
i just got sunburn, pretty bad, about a day ago. i'm 14/f, pale skin. how can i make it go away faster? i've been using aloe spray to make it burn less. also, how can i make it turn into a tan without getting any more burnt? thanks
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wow! i'm really sorry you have a sunburn i know that they hurt try this cream in the stores called LANACANE it costs like 10 bucks it not cheap but it works great for sunburns dont put ice on it ,it makes it worse...
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What you can do for now is put some hydrocortizone cream (1%, maximum strength) on the area, which will sooth it considerably and may help relieve redness. Aloe spray is good for soothing the burning and stinging, but I'd recommend getting an aloe vera gel (it's more potent) at the drugstore, to make sure that it's more evenly applied. It's pretty cheap, and usually comes in a big bottle. Also, make sure to get vitamin E cream to reduce the damage to the skin. For now, avoid too much direct sun exposure to allow your skin to heal. And of course, make sure to generously apply sunblock, at least SPF 15 or 30, and re-apply as needed.
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Well, as long as your skin is red from a burn, you should avoid direct sunlight until it heals, or it will only burn worse.
Keep using the aloe, and allow a couple of days for your skin to recuperate. That's about the best you can do. It will only heal as fast as it can.
I have fair skin, too, and I burn like a lobster if not careful...
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