I am in severe pain, so much so I could cry it hurts sooo bad. I have got a MAJOR sunburn - to the point I wonder if it is some sort of degree (1st, 2nd, 3rd). I went to the pool Tuesday and had my sunscreen with me. I was going to float around for 30mins or so and then get out and put my sunscreen on. Well, I got to talking and laughing and the next thing I knew it was 3 hrs later. My entire body glows and it hurts to move. I have learned a very valuable lesson and will NEVER do this again. I will never venture out again thinking I will apply the sunscreen in 30mins or so.

Does anyone have any suggestions on how to speed the healing or ease the pain or prevent peeling? I have been covering myself in lotion every few hours when at home but that is kinda hard to do at work. I am been putting vinegar all over myself too. I am leaving for vacation 6/28 to a Caribbean island and I do not want to be unable to enjoy it. I will be going to the beach and in the water but I have no desire to get anymore sun! I have bought 50 SPF and there should be umbrellas on the beach.

I am just sooooo p.o'ed at myself because I so totally knew better!!!!! I preach to everyone about sunscreen and skin cancer.