Guest guest Posted May 29, 2004 Report Share Posted May 29, 2004 I keep Mary Kay's pink facial night cream around just for burns. It not only takes away the pain, but it also prevents blistering (not sure about this one though with a severe burn - just the kind I get while reaching in the oven, hot food, or the stove burner). I have no idea what's in this cream, I just know that it works. Teresea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 29, 2004 Report Share Posted May 29, 2004 On May 29, 2004, at 9:51 AM, Rusty wrote: > > > I only used the straight (neat) lavender a couple of times, and it > immediately took the pain away. Then I just neglected to do anything > else with it for 3 days. When I mixed up the blend I mentioned, it > also felt wonderful, and the ugly and (tight) discomfort of the > scabbing decreased as well. I've used the blend for the past 36 hours > or so, applying it every few hours when able. The burned area > appears " better " already. Wish I'd started earlier. I was just > wondering if mixing that many oils was detrimental, or if I'd get > better results with fewer in the mix. > > The lavender is the species you mention. I purchased my oils from > Green Valley Aromatherapy and Mountain Rose Herbs. Before I found > this list. In doing a web search, I found references to them > as " good " sources. All my eos are kept in empty wooden cigar boxes in > a cool environment, carrier oils in a closed cardboard box, cool > environment, or the fridge. > > Do you think I'd get any extra results from adding some helichrysum > to my current blend? > > Thanks to all who have replied. > > Rusty > Hi Rusty I think that if your blend is helping, that's super. Having a little of all the oils you mentioned creates a synergistic effect and probably works better than just a single oil. Adding helichrysum is probably a good idea, especially to reduce scarring. It is very expensive and a little goes a long way, so just use discretion. Sandi Thompson, R.A. Certified Integrative Aromatherapist Force of Nature Aromatherapy Custom Blends for Your Well Being www.forceofnaturearomatherapy.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 29, 2004 Report Share Posted May 29, 2004 You're referring to Mary Kay Extra Emollient Night Cream. They have, for years, touted the " miracle " of this product. I happen to have the ingredients handy: petrolatum, mineral oil, paraffin, beeswax, candelilla wax, hydrogenated soy glyceride, fragrance, carnauba wax, stearic acid, propylparaben, butyl-paraben, menthol, red 17. Cindy Pittstown Soapworks www.pittstownsoapworks.com - I keep Mary Kay's pink facial night cream around just for burns. It not only takes away the pain, but it also prevents blistering (not sure about this one though with a severe burn - just the kind I get while reaching in the oven, hot food, or the stove burner). I have no idea what's in this cream, I just know that it works. Teresea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 30, 2004 Report Share Posted May 30, 2004 Hi Rusty, I find that lavender is great for burns! In addition to that I personally also like to use aloe vera gel with well diluted oils of blue chamomile and helichrysum added to it for such things. If your current blend seems to be helping, good deal. Feel better soon and I hope it heals up very nicely for you Just be sure to be diligent with your application of your chosen remedy to get the best results from it. I'm glad you're enjoying the list We enjoy having you here! *Smile* Chris (list mom) http://www.alittleolfactory.com Rusty [kujayhawkbb] Hello all, I certainly enjoy reading all the interesting posts here. I'm learning, and also get a nice chuckle along the way. I'm hoping to get some good suggestions for dealing with a problem resulting from my own clumsiness. I was smoking some pork tenderloin the other day (which turned out wonderfully, btw) and got a really nasty burn on my leg (I'll omit the method of receiving the burn in my own defense). At any rate, I used some lavender eo on it after initially cooling it, but it was a hot enough burn to be 2nd degree, and the lavender didn't prevent blistering, which is now drying out, and somewhat painful. I have an assortment of eo's and other oils (I'm hoping to figure out how to make good oils, lotions and creams for myself and my family) so I just need to know what to mix, and how much, to try and heal this sucker without a nasty scar, etc. I've been using a mix of rosehip, evening primrose, st. john's wort and arnica flower oils (about 10 drops of each) with a bit of lavender and tea tree eo's in shea nut oil as the main " carrier " oil. Is this too much in one blend to be useful? What would anyone suggest as an alternative. This seems to be helping, but if there's something else that would be better, I'm all ears. Thank you all for making this a great list to be a part of! Rusty " Life is a journey, not a destination. Be open to all its possibilities and enjoy the trip. " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 30, 2004 Report Share Posted May 30, 2004 Maybe an aloe vera gel base would work as you don't have to run in and I find it usually glides on and really helps with the burning sensation. Kathy - Rusty 5/29/2004 10:51:08 AM What to use on a burn Hello all, I certainly enjoy reading all the interesting posts here. I'm learning, and also get a nice chuckle along the way. I'm hoping to get some good suggestions for dealing with a problem resulting from my own clumsiness. I was smoking some pork tenderloin the other day (which turned out wonderfully, btw) and got a really nasty burn on my leg (I'll omit the method of receiving the burn in my own defense). At any rate, I used some lavender eo on it after initially cooling it, but it was a hot enough burn to be 2nd degree, and the lavender didn't prevent blistering, which is now drying out, and somewhat painful. I have an assortment of eo's and other oils (I'm hoping to figure out how to make good oils, lotions and creams for myself and my family) so I just need to know what to mix, and how much, to try and heal this sucker without a nasty scar, etc. I've been using a mix of rosehip, evening primrose, st. john's wort and arnica flower oils (about 10 drops of each) with a bit of lavender and tea tree eo's in shea nut oil as the main " carrier " oil. Is this too much in one blend to be useful? What would anyone suggest as an alternative. This seems to be helping, but if there's something else that would be better, I'm all ears. Thank you all for making this a great list to be a part of! Rusty " Life is a journey, not a destination. Be open to all its possibilities and enjoy the trip. " Step By Step Instructions On Making Rose Petal Preserves: http://www.av-at.com/stuff/rosejam.html To adjust your group settings (i.e. go no mail) see the following link: /join Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 31, 2004 Report Share Posted May 31, 2004 Rusty, This came straight from my grandmother in Kentucky years ago and I have done it myself and it does work. I don't know why or how but it does. Mustard, plain mustard, straight out of the fridge. I know, I can hear some of you saying now that mustard is heating thing but it does draw the sting out and keeps the place from blistering. Now I don't advocate using it if the skin is broken or oozing but if there is no blistering yet I just smear it on, when it starts stinging again I just smear it on again. It doesn't take long and the sting is gone and it doesn't blister. Maybe somebody can explain why it works. I just know it does. MAKE A HAPPY MEMORY EVERY DAY: Evelyn Alternasense Skin Design Products www.alternasense.com<http://www.alternasense.com/> - RICHARD L HOHLER<kat964 < > Sunday, May 30, 2004 5:57 PM RE: What to use on a burn - Rusty < > 5/29/2004 10:51:08 AM What to use on a burn Hello all, I certainly enjoy reading all the interesting posts here. I'm learning, and also get a nice chuckle along the way. I'm hoping to get some good suggestions for dealing with a problem resulting from my own clumsiness. I was smoking some pork tenderloin the other day (which turned out wonderfully, btw) and got a really nasty burn on my leg (I'll omit the method of receiving the burn in my own defense). At any rate, I used some lavender eo on it after initially cooling it, but it was a hot enough burn to be 2nd degree, and the lavender didn't prevent blistering, which is now drying out, and somewhat painful. I have an assortment of eo's and other oils (I'm hoping to figure out how to make good oils, lotions and creams for myself and my family) so I just need to know what to mix, and how much, to try and heal this sucker without a nasty scar, etc. I've been using a mix of rosehip, evening primrose, st. john's wort and arnica flower oils (about 10 drops of each) with a bit of lavender and tea tree eo's in shea nut oil as the main " carrier " oil. Is this too much in one blend to be useful? What would anyone suggest as an alternative. This seems to be helping, but if there's something else that would be better, I'm all ears. Thank you all for making this a great list to be a part of! Rusty " Life is a journey, not a destination. Be open to all its possibilities and enjoy the trip. " Step By Step Instructions On Making Rose Petal Preserves: http://www.av-at.com/stuff/rosejam.html<http://www.av-at.com/stuff/rosejam.html> To adjust your group settings (i.e. go no mail) see the following link: /join<\ /join> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 31, 2004 Report Share Posted May 31, 2004 Probably at least part of that is that it is cold from the fridge. I just might try that next time because we don't really use mustard and I've have a big old container sitting in my fridge forever. Karen J Rusty, This came straight from my grandmother in Kentucky years ago and I have done it myself and it does work. I don't know why or how but it does. Mustard, plain mustard, straight out of the fridge. I know, I can hear some of you saying now that mustard is heating thing but it does draw the sting out and keeps the place from blistering. Now I don't advocate using it if the skin is broken or oozing but if there is no blistering yet I just smear it on, when it starts stinging again I just smear it on again. It doesn't take long and the sting is gone and it doesn't blister. Maybe somebody can explain why it works. I just know it does. MAKE A HAPPY MEMORY EVERY DAY: Evelyn <http://us.adserver./l?M=285832.4982638.6115487.1269404/D=group s/S=:HM/A=2142721/rand=110070898> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 2, 2004 Report Share Posted June 2, 2004 As a young child and teenager, when I got a burn or sunburn my mother gave me vinegar to use after a shower. Don't know why it worked, but it did. Then my son got a really bad sunburn, and my sister-in-law put fresh egg white on it. He kept it on for about an hour or so( until it started cracking off every time he moved<G>), did this two evenings in a row, and he never blistered. I gathered that the egg whites nurished the skin, and yet kept the air from getting to it to blister. Both of these solutions were before I knew anything about EO's. They are also for new burns, and not something several days old. Anita in TX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 2, 2004 Report Share Posted June 2, 2004 I gathered that the egg whites nurished the skin, and yet kept the air from getting to it to blister. Both of these solutions were before I knew anything about EO's. They are also for new burns, and not something several days old. Anita... now that you mention it, yes to the egg whites. My daughter when she was about 7 months old toddled to the cord and pulled a 25 cup coffee maker over... full on HOT coffee. I did the egg whites on her face and arm where it hit her and took her to the hospital where they scolded me for using the egg whites BUT though her arm peeled when I pull her shirt off, he feace NEVER had a scar. After the arm healed I started using vit e on it and now at 40 something (Who can remember?? I have a bunch of kids LOL) she deosnt HAVE a scar from it. Hugs Neysa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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