Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO Second-degree burns occur when heat, chemicals, light, or electricity damage the first two layers of your skin. The appearance of a second-degree burn sets ...

Learn how to treat most first-degree and second-degree burns at home to reduce pain, prevent infection, and help the skin heal faster.

Second-degree. If you have this type of burn, the outer layer of your skin as well the dermis – the layer underneath – has been damaged. Your skin will be bright red, swollen, and may look ...

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For first-degree burns — meaning there are no open wounds — apply a moisturizer that is natural, soothing and readily available, such as aloe vera, to the freshly washed skin. For second ...