You can easily get burnt, and chances are that whether it happens at a barn fire or a domestic heat source, it will happen as fast as lightning and take you by surprise. Find out what to do in case of first or second degree burns.
Important: If you suffer from a third degree burn, a burn caused by chemicals or if larger areas are affected, seek medical atttention immediately.

Even for first and second degree burns you should seek medical advice if the burnt area is large or if after initial pain-relief the burnt area shows signs of infection such as redness, warmth, swelling, pain, itching or burning.

Further, medical attention is necessary if a child is burnt, if the burn is on sensitive parts of the body e.g. on the face, or if you have any questions or concerns.

For third degree burns you should always seek medical attention immediately.

Proper care with this product will help your skin recover quickly − back to healthy and unimpaired

              

Fortunately, many burns can be prevented. Most of them happen in the heart of the home – the kitchen. Here are a few tips to help you make your kitchen a safer place.

• Always stay in the kitchen while food is cooking. Don’t get distracted by phone calls, someone calling from another room etc.
• Wear protective oven gloves when taking something out of a hot oven.
• Turn pot and pan handles towards the back or center of the stove so that children can't tip pots over.
• Keep items such as dish towels and plastic bags away from the heating surface.
• Never cook while holding a child or pet.
• Keep small children and pets away from the front of the oven or stove.

Of the many types of burns that can happen in your home, scalds may be the most unexpected. Children who have thinner skin than adults are more likely to receive severe burns from hot liquids. Simple precautions can protect you and your family.

If a burn should occur, follow the steps under TREATMENT  and cover your wound. An advanced dressing such as the Elastoplast SOS Burn plaster creates moist wound healing conditions and enables the damaged skin to recover quickly. If a blister appears, leave it alone and don't puncture its protective membrane.