2. Formation of blisters (deeper burns).
3. Charring and destruction of the skin and tissues.
1. For slight burns (first degree), apply any of the following:
Bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) mixed in water to the thickness of milk, olive oil, cream, vaseline, lard, butter, white of egg, or flour and water paste, or starch and water.
Spread gauze compress[K] with the material used, and bandage loosely in place.
2. In deeper burns (second degree), be careful in removing clothing—cut it off, if necessary, to prevent tearing the skin.
Bandage on loosely compresses wet in one of the following:
(a) Normal Salt Solution (1 level tsp. salt in 1 pint boiled water);
or
(b) Carron Oil (½ lime water, ½ linseed oil);