Blotchy Skin from Sunburn? Here’s How to Soothe It Naturally

The end of summer sun can be intense — and sometimes, our skin shows it. One day, I saw a girl whose cheeks were super red and blotchy from sunburn. I had known her before and had often noticed her sensitive skin, so I was curious about how she treated her skin daily.

She shared that she was using witch hazel as a toner and practiced double cleansing — even though she felt her skin was getting drier each day. I suggested she stop double washing, skip the witch hazel, and instead apply soothing aloe vera gel.

Two weeks later, I saw her again. Her skin had calmed down and nearly cleared up! She told me she followed my advice, and the results spoke for themselves.

Why this works ☀️

• After sun exposure, skin becomes dehydrated and needs hydration, not harsh toners or over-cleansing.

• Aloe vera, combined with calming hydrosols, helps replenish moisture and reduce redness.

DIY Sunburn Gel Recipe 🌿

This gentle blend hydrates, soothes, and supports healing for sun-exposed skin.

Ingredients (makes ~2 oz):

• 1 TBSP + 1 tsp Aloe Vera Gel

• 1 tsp Chamomile Hydrosol

• 1 tsp Lavender Hydrosol

• 4 drops Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) essential oil

• 2 drops Chamaemelum nobile (Roman Chamomile) essential oil

👉 Mix all ingredients together and transfer to a small spray bottle. Store in the fridge and use within a few weeks, as no preservatives are added.

Final Thoughts ✨

Your body needs hydration after sun exposure — and so does your skin. Choosing gentle, high-quality ingredients makes all the difference in soothing blotchy, red, and sunburned skin.

Nurture Your Skin, and Nurture Your Soul

Love and Light,

Coco – Aromatic Rituals