The best way of getting relief after a burn is by using cool water. You can put the burned area under a running tap or in a basin with cool water. This soothes the burn and makes it less painful. Avoid popping any blisters from the burn but you can apply petroleum jelly on it.
Some burns are not too serious and they heal on their own within a week or two leaving a tiny mark on the skin. Other burns can be more serious requiring medical attention. Serious burns take longer to heal and they usually leave you with permanent scars.
Most of us will get small burns at some point. Have you ever had a more serious burn and where? Here are burn quotes to relate to.



















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