Hundreds of years ago a victim of a minor burn might have used St. John's Wort to soothe the pain and help heal the damaged skin. They would pour oil directly onto the skin, or dab it on with a cloth several times a day. This method is still a good treatment option for slight burns, but anyone who suffers a serious burn still needs to go to their nearest hospital or doctor for immediate care.

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