The crema para quemaduras de sol kits come with a little packet of burn cream. This product varies widely in ingredients but typically offers moisturizing, anti-septic and pain-relieving topical medication. It’s an easy, cost-effective and safe option when a minor burn is involved.

A good rule of thumb is to saturate the burn area with cool water for five or 10 minutes. This is a great way to prevent swelling and itching. After the wound cools, gently clean with a mild soap. Don’t put ice on a burn because it constricts blood vessels and can cause more damage. If the burn is very serious, seek medical attention right away.

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For a small first-degree burn, you can use an aloe-based ointment or cream to soothe the skin and help it heal. Some ointments and creams include other ingredients like an anti-itch ingredient, a pain reliever and even antibiotics to fight infection.

Povidone-iodine ointment, which contains an iodine and povidone, is commonly used to cleanse burns and create a dry wound environment that’s less likely to attract germs. However, it can be irritating and cytotoxic to the skin if used too frequently.

Cerium nitrate-silver sulfadiazine (SSD) cream is another topical treatment that can be used to treat a moderate or severe burn, but it can be difficult to find in pharmacies. It works by blocking the production of carbonic anhydrase, a compound that promotes the growth of bacteria in the wound. It may also reduce bacterial proliferation and inflammation in burned patients.