Most women pay a price for beauty, whether by sweating at the gym, plucking and waxing away unwanted hair, or by struggling to tame unruly tresses. Most women have also endured a curling iron burn. Typically, these burns are painful and unsightly, but not serious. You can treat a burn at home to help heal and sooth superficial burns and minimize their duration. More severe burns, however, may require medical attention.
Aloe Vera
According to the National Center for Complimentary and Alternative Medicine, aloe vera is an old remedy dating back 6,000 years to ancient Egypt where it was known as the "plant of immortality." Today the gel and juice from the plant's leaves are widely sold and used for a variety of medicinal uses, including topical treatments for burns. Purchase a plant at a garden store and break open a leaf to extract the balm.
Honey
According to an article in the "New York Times," scientists have found that honey has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that may promote healing. In addition, other findings prove small burns heal more quickly with honey and gauze treatments than those treated with an antibiotic cream. Leave the area uncovered overnight to allow it to air-out.
Omega-3
According to the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC), omega-3 fatty acids are essential to health and can be used to treat and manage a host of conditions including heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, arthritis, depression and mood disorders, ADHD and an array of skin disorders. In addition, the essential fatty acids are said to ease inflammation and support wound healing in burn victims. You can buy fish oil capsules at any pharmacy or grocery store. To get the benefits from fish, choose salmon, halibut and tuna. Healthy nuts and oils are also rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids.
