Doctors group burns into different categories based on how deeply your skin has been harmed. These are called “degrees.” You can have a first-, second-, third-, or fourth-degree burn.

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 ...

Remember to take precautions. But if someone does get burned at your Independence Day event, here's what you need to know.

First- and second-degree burns only affect the first (epidermis) and second layer (dermis) of the skin, respectively. Treatment consists of topical ointments, gauze, and cool compresses.

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.

Simple burns acquired from fireworks injuries can be treated at home. First-degree burns that do not affect a large surface area can be treated by rinsing the burn under cool water for around five ...

First-degree burns only affect the outermost layer of skin and appear as red, painful or dry with very rare long-term skin damage. Second-degree burns reach the second layer of skin, known as the ...

For first-degree burns, which don’t involve open wounds, apply a natural, soothing moisturizer like aloe vera to freshly cleaned skin. For second-degree burns, which often have blisters, use an ...