Sorry to hear about that! Great photo of Charlie there though. Funny.

If you don't have access to buying a real aloe plant or its fresh leaves (I keep one in the kitchen just in case)...

Natural foods stores sell aloe juice or aloe gel. Try to get something that is not overly processed and contains at least 80% aloe. Aloe is the most soothing and healing natural material available for any type of burn. It feels nice and cooling when you rub it on, too.

This product works for my family, it's great.

http://www.natural-alternative-products.co.uk/images/jason%20240ml.jpg

After using aloe the first few days, you could also start using a soothing moisturizer such as cocoa butter, in addition to aloe. Just to help prevent excess peeling from the burn damage.

This article by Andrea Candee, MH, MSC has a lot of other natural, easy remedies to try if you'd like other options. Good luck!

http://www.botanical.com/site/by_you/acandee_burns.html
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Put either aloe vera or noxema (yes, the face wash) on the sunburned areas. This will cool the burn and make it sting less tomorrow. Try to wear loose clothing so you don't further irritate the area. And keep applying the aloe vera or noxema as needed. Once the burn has started to fade, put some moisturizer on the area to try and stave off peeling.
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I personally use a cup of vinegar in a cool bath. This has always worked for me. Also you may check out Mahalo's page How to Treat a Sunburn
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massage of fresh and pure aloe vera gel .
Apply lemon juice on skin
After that bath with cool water
thats it
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You also want to use some moisturizing cream, if you have none, use some sunblock lotion!
Stay inside if possible or keep the sunburnt area in the shade. Wearing some soft smooth clothes over the burn will help it go away quite quickly
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The best advice regarding sunburn is to avoid it in the first place whenever possible. Many people fail to realize that sunburn can occur even when the temperature is mild, and even on days that aren't particularly sunny. Sunburn can cause problems later in life, from wrinkles to serious skin conditions. Using sunscreen every time you go outdoors will help protect your skin from damaging UV rays.

If you do happen to get sunburned, there are various remedies you can use to soothe the pain and help heal your skin. Aloe Vera comes highly recommended, but be sure you purchase a product that lists aloe as one of the top ingredients. Always check the expiration date, since aloe is susceptible to losing its curative properties after time. In fact, the very best use of aloe is taking it straight from the Aloe Vera plant. Break open a leaf and remove the gel contained inside. Apply it to the sunburn to help soothe the burn, and to moisturize and protect the skin.

Also, be sure to drink plenty of water, as the dangers of dehydration multiply with sunburn. It is not wise to drink alcoholic beverages, because they may increase the risk of becoming dehydrated. You may not feel like eating, but you should try to eat a little something to keep up your strength. Sunburn can be like any illness or injury depending on its severity, and your body needs nourishment to heal itself.

Taking a cool bath will also help make you more comfortable. The cool water will help lower your body temperature and reduce the heat of the skin. Soak in the water and rinse gently but do not use soap on burned areas. Soaps can remove naturally occurring oils that your body needs to heal. After bathing, dress in loose comfortable clothing and stay in out of the sun until your sunburn begins to heal. Be sure to get plenty of rest.

If your sunburn starts peeling, it may begin to itch as well. Try not to scratch, which can cause further damage. Apply calamine lotion to alleviate itching and use plenty of moisturizer to help re-hydrate the skin.

Never try to open blisters, as this may cause serious infection and scarring. In fact, if you suffer from blisters or swelling along with serious pain, fever, dizziness, or nausea, you need to consult with your health care provider. Sunburn can be very serious and may result in first-degree burns, which require professional treatment.
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My vote is for moisturizing cream. I works for me every time. You can find it anywhere. It cools down the skin and moisturizes it. One of the big problems with burns is the dryness of the damaged skin. I have found my sunburns more or less disappear the with little or no skin peeling.

Simple as that.
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Hi , Emm ..
The best possible way to treat a sunburn is to avoid being burned in the first place. There are many ways to do this and sunscreen is the best. You can buy it in many different types of SPF (Sun Protection Factor). Depending upon your skin, choosing the best one for you is not that difficult. The lower the SPF number on the bottle, the less protection you will get. A higher SPF number means more protection. If you have a fair complexion, then an SPF of 45 or higher is good for you. There is waterproof sunblock also available, so you can still enjoy water sports. Also, wearing a hat and covering your skin up with loose clothing is a great idea. Being covered makes it impossible for the sun to get to your skin . Aloe helps to soothe the pain and calm the sunburn. This can be purchased at most stores and it is inexpensive, depending on the brand you buy. Aloe also has other benefits; if put on right away it will help your sunburn turn into a tan. There will be less peeling of the dead skin and possibly none at all. Using a wet rag or cloth and applying it right to the burn area will provide some temporary relief from the pain and discomfort of a sunburn. Some people say that soaking the rag in a mixture of vinegar and water will also draw out the heat of a sunburn Make sure to take in enough fluids by drinking water. When sunburned, most people tend to get really dehydrated Thats Really It , Hope It Goes
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