Users' questions

What to do if your skin is bubbling from sunburn?

What to do if your skin is bubbling from sunburn?

To do this, you should:

  1. Drink plenty of water.
  2. Place cold, damp compresses on the blisters to take some of the heat out of your skin.
  3. Apply moisturizer with aloe on the burn.
  4. Don’t pick or pop the blisters.
  5. Take ibuprofen (Advil) to reduce swelling and significant discomfort.
  6. Avoid sun exposure until the blisters heal.

Can you put lotion on sunburn blisters?

It’s OK to use a moisturizer or aloe gel on the blisters. Avoid petroleum jelly or other heavy products, though, because they prevent heat or sweat from escaping.

Why is my skin bubbly after a sunburn?

Skin that is red and painful and that swells up and blisters may mean that deep skin layers and nerve endings have been damaged (second-degree burn). This type of sunburn is usually more painful and takes longer to heal. It increases your chances for developing skin cancer and melanoma.

Do sunburn bubbles go away?

Sunburn blisters are similar in appearance to regular blisters. They tend to heal naturally after around a week. Sunburn blisters may be accompanied by more severe symptoms that should be seen by a doctor. People can avoid sunburn blisters by following sun protection guidelines.

How do you know if you have a second degree sunburn?

A person with second degree sunburn may notice the following symptoms:

  1. skin that is deep red, especially on light skin.
  2. swelling and blistering over a large area.
  3. wet-looking, shiny skin.
  4. pain.
  5. white discoloration within the burned area of skin.

Should I cover a burn blister?

Bandage the burn. Cover the burn with a sterile gauze bandage (not fluffy cotton). Wrap it loosely to avoid putting pressure on burned skin. Bandaging keeps air off the area, reduces pain and protects blistered skin.