THERE IS NO worse pain than trying to wear straps over sunburned shoulders.
A woman has revealed the clever trick she uses to soothe her skin and prevent further discomfort.
On a Reddit publishuser I_just_need_coffee demonstrated the simple styling trick.
The poster came up with a DIY solution for her sunburned shoulders, which caused pain when she wore a bra.
Posing in a black sports bra, the woman revealed that she reused two maxi pads to make the fit more comfortable.
She soaked the pads in aloe vera before attaching them to her bra straps.
While the pads provided cushioning between the strips and the irritated skin, the aloe vera worked to soothe the burn.
The specialist doctors at WebMD reported the benefits of aloe vera in treating sunburn.
Aloe vera contains the natural compound aloin. Laboratory tests show that aloin has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits.
”Other research shows that aloe vera is useful specifically in treating burns,” they explained.
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“A review of four studies involving 371 people found that aloe vera is effective in treating first- and second-degree burns.”
According to professionals, the ingredient can help soothe blisters and reduce redness and swelling.
Reddit users shared their thoughts about the hack in the comments section.
“Oh, poor dear. I’m glad you found something to help. Now go to the patent office!” wrote one reader.
“Great idea! I hope it helps and you recover quickly,” said another social media user.
“This is brilliant. I’m going to borrow this this summer,” a third person commented.
“Put a paper towel dampened with white vinegar on the burn for 30 minutes and by morning it won’t hurt,” suggested another reader.
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“Sunscreen protects the skin by acting as a barrier against harmful UV rays,” Dr. told The US Sun.
“There are two main types of sunscreen ingredients: mineral and chemical.
“Mineral ingredients like zinc oxide and titanium dioxide form a physical shield, reflecting UV light away from the skin.
“Without SPF protection, your skin may develop uneven pigmentation in an effort to protect itself from the sun’s rays, leading to possible sun damage such as sun spots and premature aging.
“Using sunscreen is essential to prevent this and keep your skin healthy.”
“Damn if that isn’t smart!” said another Reddit user.
Another reader was very grateful to find the homemade hack.
“OMG I’m sunburned right now, BLESSED,” they wrote.
“I got the worst sunburn on my shoulders on vacation. I couldn’t wear a bra or anything with straps. The pain was unreal,” said another person.
“This wasn’t my last shoulder sunburn, so I’m prepared for next time. Thank you!”
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