Sunburns: How to Deal
If your sunburn is severe, you may get blisters. But be careful! Popping blisters will only make the sunburn worse, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. A sunburn that blisters means you have a serious burn, so you need to allow the blisters to heal by keeping them moist and protected. Apply the antibiotic cream to prevent infections and remember not to mess with blisters.
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