Many of us don’t think about this but many minor burns happen when we cook or while curling our hair. While often superficial, these first-degree burns cause pain and redness to mild second-degree burns that blister and scar.
There’s a new topical first aid cream that “delivers healing medicine in a cool soothing silky cream.” First Degree Burn Spray and Burn Cream cool burns and soothe pain on contact. First Degree can be found in retailers like place like Walmart and Duane Reade, $7.99.
Be sure to wear sunscreen and protective clothing when playing sports, hiking and engaging in any outdoor sports. If you happen to experience sunburn, cool the burned skin with a cold damp cloth and apply Calamine lotion.