Maybe it was too much time spent on the beach, the forgotten hat while gardening, or lack of shade on your last hike but, whatever the reason, you have just had too much sun. Red nose, crispy shoulders, burning and itching. Would you rather turn to a store bought, expensive solution with ingredients that sound more like a science experiment or make your own with 6 simple, safe ingredients that you have actually heard of and can pronounce? Good me too, because not only is this easy to make, but it is actually incredibly soothing for sunburns. It is even safe enough for kids. Even if I don't burn, anytime I come in from lengthy sun exposure, I put this on after I shower just because of how good it is for your skin!
How to Make After Sun Spray
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup witch hazel
- 1/2 cup aloe vera gel
- 1 tsp. vitamin E
- 1/4 cup fractionated coconut oil
- 10 drops lavender essential oil
- 5 drops peppermint essential oil
Directions:
Combine all ingredients by pouring them into a small spray bottle with a funnel.
Replace lid and shake well.
To Use:
Shake well before each use.
Spray liberally on sunburned areas. Do not rub it in; instead, pat or let air dry.
Repeat every 2-3 hours as needed for several days.
Martha Jo Jones says
Small spray bottle – can you provide the ml or ounces the bottle holds?
Thanks.
Sarah says
Would this be good for deep tissue burns as well??
Alea Milham says
I would recommend seeing a doctor for deep tissue burns.
Annette says
I made this minus the essential oils. I get extreme dry during the winter weather to the point my eyelashes and fingers feel like sandpaper. Plus my scalp feel like it burns when I scratch. I tried putting lotion on. Its difficult to actually get to scalp and not having the oily hair look afterwards. This spray allows me to spray my eyelashes (eyes closed and rub in with my fingers) and spray right on my scalp. Feels so much better.
Annette says
I may have put Jojoba oil in too.
Dhea says
Where do you get aloe vera gel? And what does it come in?