How to treat sunburn Naturally

Did you know that what gets into your mouth is what builds the shield that protects your skin? Sunburn comes about as a result of too much exposure to the sun, or a sun-equivalent. Sunburn is most common during the summer and for most parts of Africa during the dry season when the sun’s rays are the strongest.

Are you tired of having to look like a rainbow and not being able to wear whatever you want to wear? I have an advice for you. There are so many natural things you can use for sunburn skin but most importantly sunburn can be minimized especially through your diet. There are foods that help build a shield to protect your skin from the harsh rays. Here take a look
Blueberries

Blueberries are rich in powerful antioxidants that fight off free radicals that can damage skin due to sun exposure and stress. Blueberries are even more powerful if they’re a wild variety. They’re also a very good source of vitamin C, which can help prevent wrinkles from a day on the beach.
You could decide to make blueberry jam or even add the berries into your yogurt. hmmmmm Yummy

Watermelon
Watermelons actually contain my which absorbs both UVA and UVB radiation.
After a few weeks of daily, juicy watermelon consumption (perfect in the hot weather!), lycopene can eventually act as a natural sunblock. You could choose to just consume as fruit, do a fruit salad, or if u prefer a smoothie. Just enjoy it

Nuts and seeds
Walnuts, hemp seeds, chia seeds, and flax all contain omega-3 essential fatty acids.
What do omega-3s do for your skin? They are anti-inflammatory. Omega-3s also help your body naturally cope with the effects of spending a little too much time in the sun.

Carrots and leafy greens
Our bodies convert beta carotene into vitamin A, which is vital for skin health.
In particular, leafy greens are high in the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin. These protect against wrinkling, sun damage, and even skin cancer.
This doesn’t just make your salad colorful,it makes your skin healthy as well

Cauliflower
Cauliflower is a naturally sun-protective food thanks to histidine. This alpha-amino acid stimulates the production of urocanic acid, which absorbs UV radiation. Try a cauliflower steak with creamy chili-lime sauce.
Here is a great smoothie recipe that works just perfectly for the skin. This smoothie helps you beat the heat and contains all of the skin-protective ingredients listed above. Add it to your morning rotation for a healthier glow.

Ingredients
1 1/2 cup green tea, cooled
1 cup blueberries
1 cup watermelon
1/2 cup cauliflower
1 small carrot
2 tbsp. hemp hearts
1 tbsp. lemon juice
3–5 ice cubes
Directions
Place ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth. For a thicker smoothie, use 1 cup of green tea.

While there may be few of us who don’t love the feel of sunshine on our skin, if you’ve ever had a sunburn, you know firsthand just how painful it can be. Pain associated with sunburned skin can make even the most basic activities like wearing clothes, showering, or laying down to sleep incredibly uncomfortable.
The best and healthiest way to prevent sunburn pain is to avoid a sunburn altogether. Always use sunscreen when going out during the day. Stay in the shade and wear protective clothing. Sunburn could be in two stages. Mild sunburn includes skin redness and pain. After about 4–7 days, skin peeling may occur. And severe sunburnSevere which include skin burning and blistering, fluid loss (dehydration), electrolyte imbalance and
Infection.
If you do get a sunburn, only time can make it go away, but you can help relieve the pain with natural ingredients.
Aloe Vera

Juice straight from an aloe plant is the best form to use on your sunburn. To access the juice, slit open an aloe leaf and use a spoon to extract the liquid from inside before applying it to the burned area. If you don’t have access to an aloe plant, you can find all-natural aloe vera gel in many stores and pharmacies.
Coconut Oil

The fats found in coconut oil can help protect and soften burned skin. To use coconut oil on a sunburn, first cool the area with cool (but not cold) water, using a damp cloth or in a bath or shower. Then apply the coconut oil to the affected area. It will gradually absorb into the skin and soothe the burn.
Oatmeal

Oatmeal is a common natural remedy for soothing skin irritation. For a sunburn, you can create a paste with ground-up rolled oats, milk, and honey to apply to the area
Baking Soda or Cornstarch

There are multiple ways to treat sunburn pain using baking soda or cornstarch. You can create a paste using water and either baking soda or cornstarch and apply it gently to the sunburned area. You also can put baking soda in a lukewarm bath and soak in it for sunburn relief. Dusting your skin with cornstarch is another way to use it and though it might be a bit messy, it reduces painful friction between your sunburned skin and clothes, making it easier to get dressed and also to sleep on sheets.
Hydration

Sunburned skin gets dry, and you may also have gotten a bit dehydrated while you were out in the sun. Drink water and eat hydrating foods, including juicy fruits such as grapes, watermelon, or oranges.

Save Your Skin

Sunburns aren’t just a source of temporary pain. Excessive sun exposure damages your skin permanently. Over time, this can result in changes in skin texture, dark spots, wrinkles, and potentially skin cancer. If your sunburn is accompanied by blisters, nausea, dizziness, fever, or chills, contact your doctor immediately as these may be symptoms of a serious condition known as sun poisoning.

Even if you avoid sunburns, it is important to have a doctor perform a skin check-up and skin cancer screening at least once a year. Skin cancer is highly treatable in its early stages, but early detection is the key to success. Contact your doctor for a skin check-up today