Without question, lavender is the best essential oil for sunburn relief*. If you are really sore, it is paramount that you get the heat out of the skin. Here is a simple and effective solution: Ingredients: 1 cup of white or apple cider vinegar Ice cubes Young Living Lavender essential oil Young Living Lavender Hand & Body Lotion Directions: Fill a sink or bath with cool water. Add ice cubes to the water if you are able to tolerate the temperature. Add 1 cup of white or apple cider vinegar. Immerse yourself for at least 10 minutes. Gently pat your skin dry. Apply undiluted Lavender essential over the burned area. Once the oil is absorbed in the skin, apply Young Living’s Lavender Hand & Body Lotion . Cautions: Don’t apply too much Lavender essential oil. Simply cover the burned area. Do not bathe with bubbles or use soap. This can dry out and irritate the skin. Avoid actions that will worsen your symptoms, such as rubbing your skin dry with a towel. Sunburn Relief for Children Although parents typically protect their children from sunburns, many children do suffer from heat rash. You can prevent heat rash by keeping your child’s skin dry and cool. It is also helpful to dress children in light clothing made from breathable fabric. When possible, expose your child’s skin to air. If you are unable to prevent heat rash, here is a do-it-yourself relief recipe for all ages: Heat Rash Relief Ingredients: Children Ages 0-2 ¼ cup baking soda 2 drops Lavender essential oil Children Ages 3–7 ½ cup baking soda 2 drops Lavender essential oil Children Ages 8–10 ½ cup baking soda 4 drops Lavender essential oil Children Ages 11–18 1 cup baking soda 4 drops Lavender essential oil Directions: Mix Lavender essential oil and baking soda together. Add mixture to a warm bath. If bathing a baby, make sure that the water reaches the folds of the skin. Once out of the bath, dry skin thoroughly and take care that your child’s folds of skin are kept dry.
Posted on: Thu, 01 Aug 2013 10:41:54 +0000
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