Let's face it, burns are terrible. They hurt, they're ugly, they can get infected, and they can create a lifelong, ugly scar.<br />According to Allure, how a burn ultimately resolves has a lot to do with how it's handled the minute it happens.<br />For example, don't put butter on it. Don't put cold water or ice on it, either. Instead, flush it with lukewarm water for about twenty minutes.<br />However, the burn is a chemical burn, don't put water on it if the chemical is known to react with water.<br />If you're unsure, call the Poison Help Line at 1-800-222-1222 for guidance.<br />Remove any jewelry near the burn, but if any clothing is stuck to it, leave it there. Seek medical attention immediately.<br />If your burn blisters, that's a good sign. Keep the blisters clean and covered until any oozing subsides.<br />If you do end up with a scar, many of them can be helped by cosmetic laser treatments.
