What can stop jalapeno burn to skin?

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The discussion centers on effective methods to alleviate the burning sensation caused by capsaicin, the active component in jalapeños. Participants recommend using oil-based substances, such as vegetable oil or butter, to dissolve capsaicin, as it is oil-soluble. Dairy products like milk and yogurt are also highlighted for their effectiveness due to casein, which helps wash away capsaicin from nerve receptors. Cold compresses and topical anesthetics are suggested for pain relief, while aloe vera is noted for its soothing properties during the healing process.

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  • #31
I used to swear by black olive juice, but, that was years ago.
 
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  • #32
its simple

wash burned hand with ripen banana.....its really cool
 
  • #33
I used to go to this great pho place in the university district, $5 for a big delicious bowl of soup. They have the bean sprouts and the jalepenos on the side. One day I was leaving the restaurant and my eyes were itchy, so I scratched them and almost got in an accident cause I was blinded
 
  • #34
I realize the problem will be long solved, but for people like me, searching for advice on a current pepper/jalapeño burn, I want to add this, dish soap works as a temporary solution, but only for a minute or so. I'm fixing to try some sort of dairy product in a moment. Hands burning, why do we have so many peppers to feed these animals! DXEDIT: I want to let you people know, you helped me a lot. Baking soda all over my hands and wrist worked super and butter eased the pain under my thumbnail a little. Thanks!
 
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  • #35
Oh, this thread brings back such painful memories.
 
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Evo said:
Oh, this thread brings back such painful memories.
One thing about experiencing how pepper juices get absorbed by the skin; one time is all it takes to not make the mistake again. http://www.stripers247.com/phpBB2/images/smilies/pepper.gif.pagespeed.ce.quCEruV0yq.gif
 
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Evo said:
Oh, this thread brings back such painful memories.

Yeah but it's funny that members update this thread every year!:rolleyes:
 
  • #38
Lisa! said:
Yeah but it's funny that members update this thread every year!:rolleyes:
:frown: :bugeye: Nooooo.
 
  • #39
If I'd read this thread sooner I'd have suggested yoghurt. Or milk failing that.
 
  • #40
A Mexican-American told me that salt helps. I never tried it.

You could also try urinating on it. That works for jellyfish stings.
 
  • #41
Hornbein said:
A Mexican-American told me that salt helps. I never tried it.

You could also try urinating on it. That works for jellyfish stings.

I know of a video of a chimp doing that because he ate something too spicy. Anyone want to see it?
 
  • #42
leroyjenkens said:
I know of a video of a chimp doing that because he ate something too spicy. Anyone want to see it?
You mean the monkey urinating in his mouth?
 
  • #43
SecretMarial said:
I realize the problem will be long solved, but for people like me, searching for advice on a current pepper/jalapeño burn, I want to add this, dish soap works as a temporary solution, but only for a minute or so. I'm fixing to try some sort of dairy product in a moment. Hands burning, why do we have so many peppers to feed these animals! DX


EDIT: I want to let you people know, you helped me a lot. Baking soda all over my hands and wrist worked super and butter eased the pain under my thumbnail a little. Thanks!

Ouch - under the nail really hurts. And the more you mess with it, the more it hurts.
 
  • #44
Egg will stop the pain and remove jalapeno from skin. crack cold eggs in a bowl apply to affected area. I'm a Hispanic American from New Mexico have used this many times! because over here HOT CHILI is served with every meal.
 

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