How heal sunburn fast

“Keeping the burn cool immediately with ice or other cool compress will help minimize the extent of the burn, if done acutely,” shares Kim, who also recommends applying “copious amounts of pure aloe vera gel,” as often as every hour on the first day you’re sunburned.

Mild exposure usually takes two to three days to fade away, but those severe burns can take two weeks to heal, especially if they come with blistering, crusting, and scabbing. The latter kind may require a doctor’s attention since there’s risk of infection and scarring.

Mild sunburns go away without treatment in a few days. However, second- or third-degree burns may require treatment and take more time to heal. Call your doctor if: your sunburn covers most of your body.

For a mild burn, apply a gentle moisturizer to your skin, such as Vaseline® Jelly to hydrate, soothe, and lock in moisture. Vaseline® Jelly is used to heal dry skin and protect minor sunburns as it creates a barrier that seals in moisture and helps keep out any impurities that could cause further irritation.