Anyone who enjoys cooking often spends a lot of time in the kitchen, trying to perfect a recipe seen on screen or in a cookbook. Even preparing a simple meal can keep you in the cozy realm of culinary creativity for at least 30 minutes.
And if you’re the type who likes to keep a close eye on what’s happening inside the pot on the stove, you’ve likely experienced a first-degree burn, whether from the steam of your favourite dish or by accidentally touching a hot skillet.
After burning your finger or wrist, the stinging sensation can become unbearable, prompting you to reach for a quick DIY remedy from your nearest cabinet to soothe the discomfort.
Quick tips
If you’ve tried various home remedies and still can’t find relief, here’s a quick solution to help soothe the burning sensation:
Keep the burn area under running water to soothe and reduce swelling. According to reports soothing an ice cold water or an ice pack would only damage the skin tissue which is already under threat due to burn.
Apply ointment such as Aloe Vera onto the burn area and cover it with a clean bandage.
Always visit doctor if you see some unique changes in the burn area, especially if you notice swelling and large cloudy blisters.
Remove clothes that has been burned or any other ornaments from the affected area.
Treating kitchen burns isn’t a rocket science, keeping this minimal points in mind can help to keep your stress at bay.
