Soothe Burning Sensation
A burning sensation can occur in any part of the body. It can be caused by burns or other problems due to trauma or a vascular disease. The way of soothing a burning sensation will depend on what caused it. Hot peppers can also cause the burning sensation in the mouth or on the hands.
Soothe Burning Sensation Hot Peppers
The primary ingredient found in hot peppers is the natural oil known as the capsaicin. It is used to make the food spicy and to add to the food’s taste. However, this ingredient also causes a painful burning sensation when poured to the skin or swallowed in the mouth. There are many ways to soothe burning sensations caused by hot peppers.
- Milk is a good source of the protein called casein. This protein can wash away capsaicin that got stuck in the mouth. Rinse the mouth first with water then drink a half-full cup of cold milk. If the burning sensation is on the hands or the skin, soak the affected area in a bowl of milk filled with ice cubes.In the absence of milk, cold plain yogurt, cheese, or ice cream can be effective alternatives.
- Gargle a glass of cold water mixed with sugar until the pain is gone.
- Drink beverages containing alcohol as it can dissolve capsaicin. This way, the capsaicin in the mouth can be washed away. Rubbing alcohol applied to the affected hands can also provide temporary relief.
- Capsaicin is soluble in vegetable oil. Use it to rinse the mouth.
- Mix baking soda and milk and submerge the affected area in the mixture for twenty minutes then scrub to wash away the capsaicin and relieve burning sensation. Do this five times.
- Aloe vera provides a calming effect that can soothe the burning sensation.
- Avoid touching the eyes or other open areas including cuts when the hands are experiencing a burning sensation due to hot peppers. Use gloves when cutting peppers if one is using a contact lens. However, it is important to choose which kind of gloves to use. The pepper oil will seep through the latex glove and this will cause a burning sensation to the hands. Use rubber or plastic gloves instead.
- Dipping the hands in a bowl of orange juice can extract the pepper oil to the surface of the skin. After dipping it for about a minute, it is important to immediately wash the hands thoroughly with soap and water to remove the oil. Do this for several times until the pain subsides.