15 Ways In How to Get Rid of a Sunburn

Protect against further damage.

If you need to go outside again, wear clothing that covers your skin and stay in the shade. Don't forget to apply lots of sunscreen as well — at least a shot glass-full for the body, a nickel-size dollop for the face, says GH Beauty Lab Director Birnur Aral, Ph.D. Adds Dr. Gohara, "It's important to use SPF on the burn so as to not stoke the fire with additional damage!"