Vaseline ointment with watercress and gel prepared with aloe vera are great homemade solutions that can be applied directly to light burns, 1st or 2nd degree, such as when ironing clothes or cooking. These burns cause discomfort and can form small blisters on the skin, which should not be burst. See how to prepare each recipe.
Ointment for burning with watercress
A good homemade ointment for sunburn is watercress with petroleum jelly because it helps to relieve pain and also prevents blisters.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons liquid Vaseline 2 tablespoons watercress juice
Method of preparation
Pass the watercress through the centrifuge and mix its juice with the petroleum jelly until it becomes a uniform mixture. Apply this lotion on the burned area 3 to 4 times a day, until the area is properly healed.
This ointment should be kept in a closed, dark container in the refrigerator for a maximum of 15 days.
Aloe vera burn gel
A good homemade gel for burns is the one prepared with the gel removed from the aloe vera because it contains properties that help in the regeneration of the skin.
Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel or 1 drop of lavender essential oil.
Method of preparation
Mix all ingredients very well with a wooden spoon and store in a clean glass jar with a lid. Apply this gel 3 times a day in the burned area. This homemade recipe can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.
Before applying the ointment or gel, it is recommended to wash the burned area with cold water for about 2 minutes to cool the skin and prevent the deeper tissues from being affected. Then, dry the skin with a napkin leaf and then apply the ointment or gel, allowing it to act. It is not necessary to cover the area, but if the burn is more than 3 cm in diameter, if the skin loosens or if the area is very large, medical help should be sought in an emergency room.
These homemade solutions are only indicated for small burns on the skin, which happen when splashing oil when cooking or using the iron, for example.
Watch the following video and learn more about what to do to treat the burn:
