Cure/Pain Relief for Somewhat Severe Sunburn

[Bubbawhack]

Hello, I am Chris I am in Hawaii for spring break and two days ago I sunburn my arms pretty bad. It really hurts, but for pain relief I have been using a Aloe Vera, Rubbing alcohol, and water mixture, as well as sticking my torso in the fridge. It still hurts. A lot. And doesn't seem to be going away, like it usually does for my body. Please help!

[Sonic Boom]

Nothing much else you can do. Just keep your skin moisturised and drink more water than usual. Also forget about the rubbing alcohol.

The pain will last about a week or so depending on the severity of the burn and your skin type.

[Smeagol]

You can take pain relievers too. And keep it cool and moist. Alcohol will dry your skin out and make it harder to heal.

[Bubbawhack]

Darn. so the rubbing alcohol doesn't help. thanks for the suggestions, it just hurts so bad. :(

[Dimitri]

See if you can go tot he local pharmacy, see if you can talk to the pharmacist.

[Josiah7]

Yeah the rubbing alcohol is only going to make you more uncomfortable. Get rid of it. I would suggest you wet a towel, wrap it around the burn. This is the most effective treatment for pain relief. be careful not to put alot of creams/lotions/potions on the burn, as it may do more damage and affect the healing process.