Originally Posted By: hikermor

My understanding from my first aid training is that application of any gel to burns is not recommended (cool water for moderate burns is OK). I am out of certification right now. Is gel currently recommended by a recognized authority for burns?


Don't know about recommendations, but my understanding is that excess application of burn gel can cause hypothermia: Used without caution it just is too effective cooling agent.

Plain old good water is simple and effective.