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What you need:

• Fresh curd
• Inner cloth (e.g. B. Handkerchief, thin cotton cloth)
• Gauze bandage or outer cloth
• Another cloth or bandage
• Spoon or knife
• Plate or tray
• Possibly. Moisture protection for underlay

• Quark removes the skin and the underlying tissue, the heat, gives that body Moisture and helps the tissue to regenerate faster. The casein contained in the quark unfolds its anti-inflammatory, decongestant and cooling effects.
• The lactic acid also contained in the quark opens the pores of the skin and thus has a positive effect on the healing process. Quark is also an excellent cold store and therefore has a long-lasting cooling effect.
• If used correctly, quark compresses have practically no side effects. They are generally well tolerated and therefore also suitable for small children from approx. Suitable for 2 years.
• Since the cooling properties of the quark are mainly used, the fat content in the quark is irrelevant for the application. But be sure to use fresh curd.

Quark wrap against sunburn

1. Take the curd out of the refrigerator a few minutes before use. Make sure not to apply the quark too cold, otherwise sensitive people will pains can result from vascular spasms.


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2. Spread a clean cloth or compress on a plate or tray.
3. Spread the quark with a knife or a spoon as thick as a finger (approx. 0.5 cm) on the cloth.
4. Fold the edges of the cloth to the side so that you get a small package.
5. Place the cloth with the quark side on the affected area, if necessary, put a moisture protection underneath. For larger areas of skin, you may need to use several packs next to each other.
6. If necessary, fix the quark wrap with another dry cloth or bandage.
7. Leave the wrap for approx. Work for 10 to 20 minutes. Make sure that the quark is rinsed off before it dries, as removing the dried quark can additionally irritate the skin.
8. Wash yourself off with lukewarm water and apply a lot of cream afterwards.
9. If necessary, you can apply the quark wraps several times a day (then of course always new ones).

This must be taken into account when using quark compresses

• In order to avoid an infection with lactic acid bacteria, quark wraps - like other products - should only be applied to intact skin, i.e. only to one sunburn 1. Grade (reddening of the skin without blisters). Do not use quark with milk protein contact allergy and open wounds in the support area.
• When should the sunburn no longer be treated by yourself? If you experience severe redness, blistering, severe pain and / or fever please consult a doctor. You should then refrain from using home remedies such as B. refrain from curd cheese.