Excessive exposure to the sun can cause the skin to be inflamed and lead to sunburns
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Here are some things to avoid while treating sunburns
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Petroleum Jelly
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While it makes dry skin soft, petroleum jelly blocks your skin pores and does not let heat or sweat escape, which further causes infections
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Tight Clothes
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Wearing tight clothes over your sunburnt skin can cause pain and discomfort. They also trap heat and slower the healing process. Wear loose and comfortable clothes
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Do Not Pop Blisters
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Avoid scratching, peeling or popping blisters caused by sunburns. It can cause skin infections and slower the process of healing
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Ice or Ice pack
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While ice helps cool the skin down, it makes the skin dry which causes pain to your sunburns