Top 5 Homeopathic Remedies for Sunburn

Summer is right around the corner! When the weather is nice, we will spend more time outdoors. Consequently, that means we’ll spend more time in the sun and some of us will get sunburned. I have listed the top five homeopathic remedies for sunburn and why you need to have them on hand.

We all know what causes it….

It’s all in the name. I think everyone has been sunburned at least once. But, just in case you haven’t, let’s clarify the definitions. What exactly is a sunburn? Sunburn refers to skin redness, irritation, and burning caused by prolonged exposure to sunlight. Ultraviolet light from the sun is responsible for sunburn. Sunburns are first-degree or superficial burns that people get on exposed areas like the face, limbs, and back.

Prevention is worth an ounce of cure

I am going to be controversial here. I don’t think sunscreen lotions or sprays are the best bet to prevent sunburn. How did our ancestors exist in the sun without sunscreen? My grandparents were farmers. They worked in the sun every day. They covered their heads with hats, arms, and backs with long shirts and legs with overalls. Well, that’s what my grandpa wore, my grandma wore dresses and eventually wore pants outside while working the garden. Our skin has a God-given signal when it’s getting too much sun. It gets red and hot. We should at that point move indoors or under cover. Our skin will grow a tolerance to being in the sun for longer periods. Sunscreen lotions and sprays have questionable ingredients that are literally absorbed through the skin.

This is my opinion. Please don’t take this as medical advice. More like you and I are sitting down with some coffee and sharing ideas. Here is a fascinating article that dives deeper into this opinion. Sunscreens: The Dark Side of Avoiding the Sun – The Weston A. Price Foundation (westonaprice.org)

But, once you have a sunburn what are you doing to do?

Homeopathic Treatment for Sunburn

Homeopathy offers relief by reducing the intensity of sunburn symptoms like itching, redness, and burning. Homeopathy medicines also decrease the risk of blister formation. If blister formation occurs, they help in the gentle healing of the blisters. It also lowers the risk of pus formation in the blisters. Homeopathy gives relief naturally and gently. Remedies treat sunburn safely with zero side effects and can be used for all age groups.

Top 5 Remedies for Sunburn

• Sol – #1 remedy for sunburns. It works well for mild to severe sunburn. Sol is specifically used for sunburns with red, itchy skin. The skin may peel along with the sensation of heat. In some cases, the itching may get worse in the evening. Additionally, the skin is sensitive to sunlight and burns easily from the least exposure to sunlight. Such people usually complain of chronic sunburns.
• Belladonna – redness and heat. Belladonna is a beneficial treatment for sunburn where the affected area appears swollen, smooth, and red. As a result of the sunburn, the skin may get dry, hot, and sensitive to touch. The key feature in such cases is that on touching the skin, it seems to be extremely hot. I wrote all about my love for Belladonna HERE.
• Cantharis – #1 remedy for burns with blisters. The blisters may have fluid in them and are highly sensitive to the touch. In addition to sharp and burning pain, the blisters may turn black. Relief is found with cold applications like aloe vera gel or Calendula cream.
• Apis – sunburn with stinging and burning. There are complaints of sensitivity to heat with dry and sensitive skin. The skin may appear swollen and become sensitive to touch. Add to that, there may be fluid-filled blisters as well.
• Sulphur – sunburn with lots of itching. The skin looks unhealthy and dry, and small pimples may develop. Finally, there is an urge to scratch, which causes burning.

Not Just Summer

Although we tend to be out in the sun more when the weather is sunny and pleasant. Sunburn can happen while in the snow. Not that I would know this from first-hand experience. But, I’ve heard stories and seen pictures. Consequently, it is important to listen to the alarm system the Lord gave your skin and cover up when your skin has had enough. But, if you don’t, there are homeopathic remedies for sunburn to provide relief.