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Dear Sir/Madam,
my wife and 7 year daughter got bad burnt by over exposure to our mediterranean sun when the UV index was 11+....can you recommend something I can do to alleviate their pain and discomfort pls.
sincerely hoping to hear from you soon I thank you in advancel
best regards.
Paul Fava
Malta
Hi Paul - Lavender oils is the best for taking the heat out of burns. It is cooling and soothing and can be applied neat without any harm. However if there is a large area that needs to be covered I would recommend maybe a pump spray filled with water and twenty or so drops of lavender that can be used to lightly spray the skin at regular intervals. This will increase the cooling factor as the water evaporates off the skin. You could also buy an unfragranced lotion from the pharmacy and mix in several drops of lavender oil and then apply it to the skin.
Another recipe my Mother used was to make a paste out of bi-carbonate of soda and water and apply to burnt areas - you could mix some lavender in as well. However this can be messy and requires rinsing off afterwards, but it is effective.
Use the lavender as often as possible and it will alleviate the discomfort. Just avoid getting the oil into the eyes, otherwise you can use it anywhere on the body and face. And of course, keep the exposure to the sun to a minimum. I hope this helps.
best wishes
Judy
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Judy Frayne
Expertise
I specialise in the mixing of oils. Every problem has a different solution depending on the underlying causes.A simple headache could be caused for a number of different reasons. Tracking down the origins of a problem is the first step. I can then advise on the correct oils to use,how to buy them and the methods with which they can be applied. I can also recommend other complimentary techniques for self help with many physical and emotional problems. Feel free to ask about: Skin disorders - eczema, psoriasis,atheletes foot Muscular aches and pains - arthritis, neck and shoulder tension. Painkilling - headaches, chronic pain, backache. Digestive disorders - IBS, constipation. Stress - depression, anxiety, grief, anger, concentration. Medicine cupboard - bites, stings, cuts, bruises,burns. Babies and childrens - tummy aches, colds, sleep problems. And many more !
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I have been a qualified aromatherapist for twelve years, working in my own premises as well as mobile visiting. My clients have been varied - ranging from babies to the elderly and sadly,the terminally ill. Whilst many clients simply wish to use aromatherapy to promote a feeling of well being and keep themselves relaxed and healthy - I have had much experience of clients with specific needs. These are just as wide ranging - from skin disorders to back problems on the physical side - to the emotional and spiritual side of things and problems such as coping with grief and bereavement or helping combat anger and stress.
I use a mixture of techniques including reflexology. I believe that aromatherapy is a very simple and natural method of self help that can compliment conventional techniques. I am passionate about passing on safe and sensible advice so that more people feel confident to try aromatherapy for themselves.
Aromatherapy is not always a cure - but it's potency should never be underestimated. It can help, it can be life changing - and it's certainly worth trying
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