Because we know that tolerating your clothes on while your shoulders are burnt is a nightmare, we will share with you essential tips to soothe and heal sunburnt skin. As often as you can, take cool showers or place a cold compress on sunburnt areas to help soothe the skin. Avoid using soapThe residues of soap can end up drying the skin and consequently cause more irritation to already burnt skin. Load up on aloe vera gelAloe vera is the ultimate go-to for sunburnt skin. Never pick or peel your skinNo matter what your skin condition is, never peel or pick your skin.