Coconut oil: Though many people swear by coconut oil, stay away from it if you have a sunburn. Applying coconut oil to a fresh burn can trap heat on your skin, which prolongs inflammation.

Medically reviewed by Brendan Camp, MD When you have a sunburn, home remedies can deliver relief. Even mild sunburn can cause ...

Coconut oil underwent a surge in popularity a few years ago, with a seemingly endless string of applications from an antibacterial mouthwash to skin moisturizer. But what about helping a sunburn heal?