IF you suffer from severe sunburn, this unexpected item may help.
A woman has revealed the kitchen staple she loves to soothe her skin after a day in the sun.
Commenting on a Reddit publishuser Starsandauras shared her DIY trick for treating sunburn.
The social media user offered a warning about her recommendation, which she said seemed like a joke.
She assured her fellow Redditors that her strange suggestion actually works.
“OK, this is going to sound like nonsense. I know it sounds stupid and shouldn’t work,” she wrote.
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The poster joked that he “hates” knowing for sure that the hack works.
According to the Reddit user, mayonnaise is the secret to soothing sunburn.
Although she believes in the unusual trick, she revealed that she doesn’t understand how it works.
“I have no idea why [it works]. It’s the stupidest thing in the world,” she said.
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She scoffed at how luxurious bathing in food seemed, but insisted it worked for her.
“But, using all the deities, it works”, joked the author of the post.
She explained that the hack was passed down to her by her grandmother.
“[My] The youngest brother woke us all up one summer, he had a horrible burn, the mother called my grandmother in a panic, she suggested it and it worked,” she said.
She recommended trying the at-home trick if no other treatments work.
“So if you’re at your limit, nothing is working, not even sun gel with lidocaine? Try it,” she said.
Specialists in Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center talked about the effectiveness of mayonnaise in treating sunburn.
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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.”
Larry Jones, MD, cautioned against applying foods to soothe irritated skin.
The medical professional explained that there is no evidence that the use of food alleviates sunburn.
He also highlighted how the hack could further irritate the skin.
“Do not spread butter, mayonnaise, yogurt or egg whites, as these items are not sterile,” he warned.
“The skin is your largest organ, developing a sunburn can leave your body vulnerable to infection or injury.”
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