If you burn your finger, follow these steps to treat it:

1. Cool the burn: Immediately immerse the burn in cool tap water or apply cold, wet compresses for about 10 minutes or until the pain subsides.
2. Remove tight items: Remove rings or other tight items from the burned area as quickly as possible.
3. Dont break blisters: Do not break a blister if its bigger than your little fingernail. If the blister does break, clean it with mild soap and water. Apply an antibiotic ointment, and cover the area with a bandage or gauze.
4. Apply lotion: Apply petroleum jelly or a moisturizing lotion or gel such as aloe vera two to three times daily.
5. Cover the burn: Cover the burn with a nonstick, sterile bandage.
6. Take pain medication: Consider taking over-the-counter pain medication such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen to help relieve the pain and reduce inflammation.
7. Protect the area from the sun: Once the burn heals, protect the area from the sun by seeking shade, wearing protective clothing, or applying a broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.

If the burn is more severe than a first-degree burn or your symptoms do not improve with at-home treatment, get medical attention. In addition, if you have any concerns about your health or feel unsure about what to do, contact your doctor or get medical attention right away.