Homemade remedies to treat burns

Burns is almost impossible to avoid especially when you get involved with a lot of cooking/ baking.

Some burns require a doctor’s attention while some can be treated with home remedies. Some burns also cause permanent scars while some do not.

At the point when your skin gets hit with something hot, your first thought will be what to use to alleviate the torment that pain brings to you and help forestall harm.

We have put together some home remedies that would help you treat minor burns. Below are the homemade remedies to treat burns.

1. Aloe vera

Aloe vera is very effective in treating burns [ece-auto-gen] ece-auto-gen

According to several studies, aloe vera is very effective in treating burns. It’s inflammatory properties prevent the spread of bacteria all over the injury and also scar.

Just apply aloe vera gel on the affected area two-three times daily.

2. Toothpaste

Toothpaste is the best in reducing the pains from the burns [videoblocks] Pulse Live Kenya

Funny right? But it’s super effective. The ones with mint are the best in reducing the pains from the burns and also prevent scars.

When you mistakenly touch a hot pan in the kitchen or get burned any other way, apply toothpaste on the affected areas. Leave it for ten-fifteen minutes before cleaning it off.

3. Honey

Honey has anti-inflammatory and antioxidants properties [Emilijia Manervska] Emilija Manevska

Honey has anti-inflammatory and antioxidants properties that prevent the burns from getting infected and heals the affected area faster. When you get burnt, apply honey on the affected areas for about two-three times daily.

4. Milk

The nutrients in milk prevent scars and promote fast healing [ArtStation] Pulse Live Kenya

The nutrients in milk prevent scars and promote fast healing. It also hydrates the skin and helps cool the burns. Just dip your hand in a bowl of milk for about fifteen minutes anytime you get burned.

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5. Coconut oil

Coconut oil is known to penetrate the skin easily and also promote skin regeneration [Health and Fitness City] Health and Fitness City

This natural oil is known to penetrate the skin easily and also promote skin regeneration. The antioxidant properties of coconut oil allow it to cool the burns and prevent scars in the process.

All you need to do is apply the coconut oil on the affected area gently with your fingertips. Allow your skin to absorb the coconut oil on its own.