Cucumber, Quark & Co.: The Effectiveness of Home Remedies for Sunburn

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Black teasud, pots or baking powder? Home remedies against reddened skin are many, but not all are a good idea. Two experts provide information

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From aloe vera to black tea – many swear by sunburn on certain home remedies. However, according to the association for consumer information, not everything makes sense. Cucumber slices cool and help, but experts strongly advise against soda or baking powder paste. The claimed healing effect of aloe vera, for example, is "cautiously proven. However, there are indications of moisturizing and caring properties", the experts reported. The skin irri…

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According to the Association for Consumer Information, you should do without soda or baking powder. Cucumber slices and aloe vera, on the other hand, could help.

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Aloe vera, pots or black tea: There are numerous tips on how to treat sunburn with home remedies on the net. The Association for Consumer Information (VKI) tested them for effectiveness. Not all are fully recommended – you should leave your fingers alone.

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What to do if you have been in the sun for a little too long? To treat a sunburn, there are many tips on the Internet with home remedies. The Association for Consumer Information has examined them.