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What should you put on a small, minor heat burn first?

Cool running water.

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  1. Ice directly on the skin
  2. Butter or cooking oil
  3. Cool running water ✔

Why: Cool the burn under cool running water for about 10 minutes. Avoid ice and greasy home remedies.

Huh, didn't know that: A clean, loose bandage can protect the area after cooling.

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Answer: Cool running water. Cool the burn under cool running water for about 10 minutes. Avoid ice and greasy home remedies.

  1. MedlinePlus: Minor burn first aid medlineplus.gov/ency/presentations/100213_1.htm
    To treat a minor burn, run cool water over the area of the burn or soak it in a cool water bath (not ice water).
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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