Natural Remedies for Mild Burns and Scalds

Very mild burns and scalds that are superficial, can be treated at home. But any type of serious burn, such as a second or third degree burn must be treated at the hospital. For those mild scalds, the best treatment is to apply fresh gel from an aloe vera plant, directly on to the affected area. Cut the aloe vera leaf open, and use the gel that is there. Apply this as many times as possible throughout the day, and week. Some people apply olive oil, and others have tried using mashed cucumber. But the best treatment has been the aloe vera, and if applied straight away then the area will not blister or scar. Aloe Vera plants can be bought from garden centers or sometimes large supermarkets.

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