The Best All Natural, Homemade Sunburn Soothing Spray Remedy
This homemade soothing spray can help provide sunburn relief, cool the skin and calm inflammation. With a few natural ingredients you can prep this remedy in a snap, and have it at the ready the next time you get a little too much sun.
No matter how careful I am to apply sunscreen, each and every summer I always find myself in need of some after sun care. Either I wait too long between applications while getting swept up in summer fun. Or, I misjudge the amount of time I am going to spend outdoors on a cloudy day.
Needless to say, I am no stranger to a gnarly sunburn. In the past, I would always head to the store to grab some aloe vera gel for some quick relief. But, I noticed something about most store bought aloe vera gels…they can actually make my skin feel tighter, which leads to added discomfort.
You too? Then you’ll want to learn more about this all natural soothing spray…
Soothing Spray Ingredients
Essential Oils – it depends on the size of the spray bottle you plan to use. For this DIY, the ingredients listed are for an 8 oz glass spray bottle. See below for more information on the ones I chose.
Aloe Vera Juice – hydrates the skin, cooling and soothing the skin after prolonged sun exposure. This aloe vera juice contains 99% organic aloe vera while studies show that most products contain less than 1-10%.
Fractionated Coconut Oil – softens and hydrates dry skin without a greasy aftereffect.
Avocado Oil – can help reduce inflammation, support healing, and soothe the skin.
Best Essential Oils for After Sun Care
Lavender – reduces anxious feelings, and helps soothe skin irritations. Can be applied to area of concern to soothe, heal and reduce scarring.
Tea Tree – renowned for its cleansing + rejuvenating effects on the skin, and promoting a healthy complexion.
Peppermint – contains anti-inflammatory and cooling properties, and may help maintain healthy-looking skin after too much sun.
The oils listed below would make great alternatives as well:
- Roman Chamomile
- Helichrysum
- Frankincense
- Blue Tansy
- Yarrow Pom
- Copaiba
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After Sun Soothing Spray Recipe
In an 8 oz glass spray bottle combine the following ingredients:
4 drops each of Lavender, Tea Tree, and Peppermint
4 oz aloe vera juice
2 tablespoons fractionated coconut oil
½ teaspoon avocado oil
*Shake the bottle before each use.
