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By Cathy Wong, About.com Guide to Alternative Medicine since 2000

Sunburn Remedies

Monday May 29, 2006
Now that warmer weather has finally arrived to most of the country, people are spending much more time outdoors. One of the results of that is sunburn--each year, 32% of adults and over 75% of children get sunburned. Although prevention is most important, there are some simple sunburn remedies that may provide some sunburn relief.

What home remedies have you tried for mild sunburns? Or are you a health practitioner who treats sunburns? Share your experiences below in the comments.

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June 1, 2006 at 1:54 pm
(1) chester says:

I read in the local paper that the ozone layer in Canada has depleted an additional 4-8% from last year alone! I am a sunworshipper and sunscreen now is an absolute must!

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