Preparations for burns in your home first aid kit – which ones are worth having?

Burns can happen to anyone at unexpected times. Therefore, it is worth making sure that your home first aid kit includes appropriate preparations for burns. In this article, we will discuss what products may be irreplaceable in the case of burns, what home remedies can be used to treat them, how to prevent the formation of scars after burns, and we will share valuable suggestions.

What to use from the pharmacy for burns?

In the pharmacy you can find many preparations that can help in the treatment of burns. Here are a few of them:

• Pain ointment with lidocaine: This preparation relieves pain and accelerates skin healing.
• Vitamin E ointment: Vitamin E helps regenerate the skin and prevents scarring.
• Hydrogel dressings: These dressings create a protective layer on the skin and support the healing process.
• Aloe cream: Aloe has anti-inflammatory and moisturizing properties, which can speed up the healing process of a burn.
• Gel for chemical burns: If you have suffered a chemical burn, it is worth having a gel or liquid to neutralize irritating substances.

Home remedies for burns

If you don’t have special preparations at hand, you can use home remedies for burns:

• Cooling the skin: Immediately after the burn, rinse the area with cool water for several minutes to reduce swelling and pain.
• Ice Compression: By wrapping ice in a clean cloth, you can gently press it against the burned skin for a short time.
• Natural milk: Milk contains casein, which can provide relief from burns. Soak a tissue in it and apply it to the burned area.
• Honey: Honey has antibacterial properties and speeds up the healing process. Apply a thin layer of honey to the burn.

Burn scar – how to get rid of it?

If a scar has appeared after a burn, there are various ways that can help reduce it:

• Scar creams: Creams containing silicone are available from pharmacies, which can help reduce the visibility of the scar.
• Massage: Regularly massaging the scar can help it loosen and become smoother.
• Laser therapy: In case of scars that are difficult to remove, it is worth consulting a dermatologist who may recommend laser therapy.

Your suggestions

If you have any proven ways to treat burns or reduce scars, share them in the comments. Your experiences may be valuable to other readers.

Recommended articles

If you are interested in the topic of burns and their treatment, we also recommend that you read our other articles on this topic:

• How to prevent burns at home?
• Sunburn – how to protect yourself from it?
• First aid for burns – what to do step by step?

Remember that an appropriate reaction to a burn and proper care of the skin after the burn can significantly affect the speed and quality of the healing process and the reduction of scars. Take care of your skin and have the appropriate preparations in your home first aid kit to be ready for any situation.