Essential Oils
Essential oils like peppermint (Mentha piperita), menthol, lavender (Lavandula officinalis), geranium (Pelargonium graveolens), tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia), eucalyptus, marigold, and roman chamomile (Anthemis nobilis) can all reduce inflammation and cool the skin. Essential oils contain properties that could treat or reduce sunburns. Still, they need to be applied as soon as possible after sunburn to reap the benefits.
While also recommended for sunburn relief, cold-pressed organic coconut oil should only be applied after the affected area has cooled down, and the blistering (if any) has disappeared. The natural linoleic and lauric acid in coconut oil gives it rich moisturizing and antimicrobial properties. This helps the skin stay hydrated, helping along the healing process.
Regardless of the type of essential oil that you intend to use to relieve sunburn, experts advise against using them directly on the skin. Instead, they recommend using moisturizing carrier oils like jojoba, coconut, or sweet almond oil to avoid skin irritation or allergic reactions.
