what oils are good for sunburn
Tamanu oil, while less well known, is my all-time favorite pick for sunburn relief. This oil from the nut of a tropical tree turns red skin into tanned skin overnight, eliminates the pain of sunburn upon application, and causes the formation of new, healthy skin.
Coconut Oil. I use coconut oil as a mild sunscreen. Iâve seen SPF ratings for coconut oil ranging from 5-10 SPF. It isnât strong enough to use alone for all-day sun exposure but is a great every day option for mild sun protection and skin health. Many people also swear by it for helping with sunburn.
First, wet the washcloth with cold water, then splash on a little apple cider vinegar to the cloth. Dab the wet cloth onto your sunburn, soaking the skin. You should notice instant relief from any stinging! It feels sooo good on a sunburn. After a few minutes, your skin should be dry. Now, liberally rub on some coconut oil to the area. UPDATE: I now use Lavender and Peppermint essential oils with the coconut oil, just by melting a little in my hand, and adding about 2 drops Lavender, and one drop Peppermint.