MINOR BURNS

• cool the burn; run the burn under cool water for at least five minutes or bottled water, if this is impractical, immerse the burn in cold water or use a cold compress. Never put ice on the burn
  
• cover the burn with a sterile gauze bandage. don't use fluffy cotton, which may irritate the skin. wrap the gauze loosely to avoid putting pressure on the burned skin
• take an over-the-counter pain reliever, this includes aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve) or acetaminophen (Tylenol)