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Monday, 21 July 2008 |
.jpg "Natural Sunburn Relief") Ouch! It is easy to underestimate the power of the sun, and sometimes we end up with a sunburn when least expecting it. If you do get a sunburn, the information and recipes in this article may offer you some relief, assistance, and might speed up the healing process.
Before using any of the tips or suggestions in this article, make sure to cool off the sunburned area with a cool shower or with compresses, and drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration. It is also important to moisturize the area with alcohol and perfume-free lotion.
If you have a severe burn, then you may want to consult with a doctor before using any of the recipes from this article. If your skin is blistered, then do not use any of the recipes or products in this article. Blistering may lead to infection and it is best to consult a doctor.
Aloe Vera Gel
There are several Herbs that are well known for their ability to assist with sunburn relief, the most notable of which is Aloe Vera. Aloe Vera Gel may be used directly on sunburns for immediate relief of sunburned skin, to quicken the healing time, and it is especially soothing to the skin because of its high water content (99.5%).
For the best results, keep your Aloe Vera Gel in the refrigerator, this will increase its cooling effect upon the skin. Aloe Vera Gel is very mild and may be applied generously to the burned area as often as you would like.
Adding Lavender, Calendula, or Chamomile essential oil will assist with the healing process, and adding a minimum amount of Peppermint essential oil will increase the cooling effect (be careful, Peppermint essential oil is very strong and too much will burn your skin).
Aloe Vera Skin Relief
Makes 4 ounces
4 oz Aloe Vera Gel
15 drops Lavender essential oil
10 drops Vitamin E Oil
5 drops Calendula essential oil
2-5 drops Peppermint essential oil
Mix all ingredients, and apply to the skin as often as desired. Store in refrigerator to increase the cooling effect.
Chamomile
Chamomile is wonderful for the skin and the emotions – gentle, relaxing and healing. You can use cold Chamomile infusions or the flower water (hydrosol) as a compress or mist, place Chamomile flowers into bath water, or incorporate Chamomile essential oil into creams and moisturizers.
Chamomile After-Sun Spray
Makes 4 ounces
2 oz Aloe Vera Gel
2 oz Chamomile Flower Water (Hydrosol)
5 drops Chamomile essential oil
Mix all ingredients, pour into a spray bottle, and apply to the skin as often as desired. Store in refrigerator to increase the cooling effect.
Baking Soda
Baking Soda is extremely beneficial for treating sunburned and itchy skin. It may be placed directly into bathwater (use a tepid lukewarm bath) or may be incorporated into a paste that can be applied to the skin.
Baking Soda Paste
Makes ¼ cup
¼ cup Baking Soda
1 ½ - 2 TBSP Lavender or Chamomile Flower Water
5 drops Lavender essential oil
Mix all ingredients until a medium thick paste forms, apply gently to the skin and allow to dry. Once finished, rinse off carefully without irritating sunburned skin.
Green Tea
Green tea is a powerful anti-oxidant, and may be used topically or internally as a tea before or after sun exposure. Green Tea has been shown to help reduce skin inflammation and redness, protect skin cells, and to assist with the adverse effects of UV radiation exposure.
It naturally contains tannic acid, theobromine, and polyphenols – all of which are soothing and healing to sunburned skin. Aside from applying Green Tea externally, try sipping on the cooled or iced tea throughout the day to further take advantage of Green Tea’s beneficial properties.
Green Tea Compress
To create a compress from Green Tea, make an infusion by pouring boiling water over loose-leaf Green Sencha tea leaves and allow the mixture to sit for 15-20 minutes. Once that the infusion has cooled, strain the leaves and retain the liquid.
Soak a clean cloth in the liquid, and then place on the sunburned area for 5-10 minutes. This may be done several times a day.
Lavender
Lavender is notoriously beneficial for any type of burn, including sunburns. It offers immediate relief and healing, and may accelerate the healing process.
Lavender Healing Oil
Makes 4 ounces
4 oz Jojoba Oil
20 drops Lavender essential oil
10 drops Vitamin E Oil
Mix all ingredients in a bottle, and apply as needed. Perfect for using after an oatmeal or baking soda bath! Use this oil after the sunburn has begun to heal, applying a Carrier Oil to a fresh burn may increase the heat and discomfort.
Oatmeal
Soothing to the skin, oatmeal is a wonderful ingredient to add to your bathwater at any time, and it is especially beneficial for sunburned skin. Add essential oils or dried Herbs for an especially relaxing and aromatic experience.
Soothing Oatmeal Bath
Makes 1 bath treatment
2 cups Oatmeal
¼ cup Baking Soda
½ cup Chamomile Flowers
½ cup Lavender Flowers
2-4 TBSP Green Tea leaves
Blend Oatmeal in a food processor or coffee grinder until it has a powdered consistency. Place all ingredients in a muslin bag or cheesecloth, tie under the faucet, and draw a lukewarm bath. Hot water will dry out and further irritate the skin. Soak for 10-15 minutes.
Peppermint
Peppermint is very cooling to the skin, and therefore very beneficial for relieving sunburned skin. The essential oil may be added in small amounts to lotions and moisturizers, but be cautious as Peppermint essential oil is very strong and too much will irritate and burn your skin.
Start with 1-2 drops, and see how your skin reacts.
Peppermint & Green Tea Cooling Mist
Makes 4 oz
6 oz distilled water
2 TBSP dried Peppermint leaf
1 tsp Green Tea leaves
Make an infusion with the Peppermint and Green Tea leaves, then strain the mixture (to make an infusion: pour boiling water over Herbs, cover, and allow to sit for 2-4 hours). Pour into a spray bottle, and spray directly on sunburn as often as desired.
This recipe is also wonderful as a refreshing facial toner! Use within 1-2 days, or store in the refrigerator up to 1 week.
Yogurt
Yogurt contains enzymes and acids that can appease the sunburn, and it assists with reducing irritation, redness, and it cools the skin.
Yogurt can easily be mixed with other ingredients, so feel free to experiment with various essential oils and ingredients.
Yogurt After-Sun Relief
Makes 5 oz
4 oz plain yogurt
1 oz Aloe Vera Gel
15 drops Lavender essential oil
Apply directly to sunburned area, and leave the yogurt on until it dries. Rise off with cool water, and repeat the process if desired.
We hope that you find the suggestions and recipes in this article useful and informative. Here's to a healthy and sunburn-free summer! |
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Tuesday, 08 July 2008 |
 Your Headaches may be a signal that something else is wrong with your body. Do you know the signs to look for that signals you need to contact your doctor? You need to recognize these symptoms and be prepared to seek emergency care or make an appointment with your doctor for diagnostic tests.
You should ask yourself the question, “do you have Headaches every day?” If you have Headaches more than 15 days during a month you may be diagnosed as having chronic daily Headaches. The pain you feel is a steady pain on either or both sides of your head. Patients describe their pain as a dull, aching pain, or as if a rubber band is putting pressure on their head.
This chronic headache affects nearly five percent of adults. Usually there is no underlying condition or disease present so treatment needs to focus on preventing these Headaches. If you are having Headaches this many times a month, you should see your doctor.
If you need to take pain medication for headache pain more than two or three times a week, the problem may be caused by medication overuse. Rebound Headaches are dull, throbbing and pounding, and achy. You may have it when you get up in the morning and it may stay with you through the day.
People who have Migraines or stress and Tension related Headaches might be at risk for having rebound Headaches from taking too much medicine. If you are having rebound Headaches, you might try reducing the medication that is causing the Headaches.
Severe Headaches and Migraines may follow a specific activity. Activities such as intense exercise, sex or even a bout of coughing can cause a headache. If your headache is from overexercising it can last from a few minutes to a couple of days.
If your headache is a sex headache, it will normally occur at the point of orgasm and last for a few moments. Sex Headaches are caused by blood pressure change in your body because of sex. It may be more serious if it last for a couple of hours.
When your headache follows a certain activity they usually don’t last long and treatment and does not call for treatment. Usually an anti-inflammatory drug will take care of the problem. If it happens more often or become more serious, a doctor should be consulted. A doctor may recommend tests to see if there is an underlying cause and prescribe some medications for preventing them if possible.
You should know when you need emergency care! If your headache comes on suddenly and is severe it may need emergency care. If you have a Fever associated with the headache, a stiff neck, difficulty speaking, or numbness in your body, this could be the onset of a stroke or other serious disease.
Emergency care is needed if you get a headache after a fall, bump, or other head injury. You may be experiencing a concussion or bleeding that should be treated immediately. And, if your pain gets worse after you have taken an over-the-counter drug or have rested, it may be a sign of something more serious. |
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