“Aloe contains active compounds that may reduce pain and inflammation and stimulate skin growth and repair,” according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. “It is also an effective moisturizing agent. For this reason, aloe vera gel has gained tremendous popularity for relief of burns.”
In truth, this isn’t just an old wives’ tale. Research backs this concept up.
“In one study, burn sites treated with aloe healed completely in less than 16 days compared to 19 days for sites treated with silver sulfadiazine,” according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. And “in a review of the scientific literature, researchers found that patients who were treated with aloe vera healed an average of almost 9 days sooner than those who were not treated with the medicinal plant.”
That said, experts say aloe should not be used on serious burns. “Aloe is best used for minor burns and skin irritations and should never be applied to an open wound,” according to the University of Maryland Medical Center.
4. Lavender Oil
When it comes to burns, lavender oil can be an important key to healing. So consider this option when choosing a home remedy.
“Lavender essential oil is a very effective antiseptic that also reduces pain and promotes rapid healing,” according to Natural News. “In addition, lavender reduces scarring.”
In fact, lavender oil may eliminate scarring altogether. “When lavender oil is applied to a burn very quickly, the burn may heal with no scarring at all,” according to Natural News.