Got too much sun? Before you reach for just any after-sun lotion, try this pharmacist-approved remedy that you can whip up right at home using only over-the-counter ingredients.
Here’s the recipe that works like magic:
Step 1: Start with Lidocaine (1 part)
Find an OTC 4% lidocaine gel. This numbs the skin and gives fast relief from burning and discomfort.
Step 2: Add Aquaphor (2 parts)
Aquaphor locks in moisture and helps your skin start the healing process. Use twice as much as you did lidocaine.
Step 3: Mix in Real Aloe Vera Gel (4 parts)
Aloe is a sunburn staple—and for good reason. It cools, calms, and repairs sun-damaged skin. Make sure it’s real aloe vera, not the dyed, fragrance-loaded kind.
Final Mix:
- 1 part Lidocaine
- 2 parts Aquaphor
- 4 parts Aloe Vera
Blend it all together until it forms a smooth green cream. Apply generously to your sunburn three times a day. You’ll notice relief almost instantly—and faster healing over the next few days.
No prescription. No gimmicks. Just the good stuff your skin actually needs.
