Home remedies for treating sunburn

Simple ways to soothe red, blistered and itchy skin

home remedies sunburn

by Cate Sutherland |
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When the sun comes out of nowhere during the British summer, many of us are caught without sunscreen and suffer the consequences.

We’ve all done the lobster walk of shame at one point – with red, sore and peeling skin that takes weeks to simmer down.

But there are some cheap and simple home remedies that can speed up your recovery and protect your skin from further damage.

First aid

home remedies sunburn

    At home

    home remedies sunburn

      Prevention and cure

      home remedies sunburn

        Next time you’re out in the sun, remember what your mamma told you – prevention is better than cure! Pop a small bottle of sunscreen in your handbag and never be caught out again.

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