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Top 8 Home Made Remedies for Skin Allergy and Itching

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Itchy skin can be irritating and painful. Major causes of skin allergy include airborne allergens, poison ivy, photosensitivity, stress, cosmetics, and skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema. According to a research, people who itch their skin are more susceptible to infection. But you do not need to be worried as natural and home remedies for skin allergy can alleviate your discomfort.

Allergic skin does not always need a doctor prescription. Home remedies sometimes help you more in getting rid of itchy skin. No matter if you are having a dry skin allergic reaction or some other itchy rashes, home remedies will help you out.

In this article you can find some of the best natural and home remedies for skin allergy.

A Cool Compress

Heat and warm water can expose the allergic area more and can result in further dryness that can make your skin worse in the long-run. One of the simplest ways to enjoy a cozy skin is to apply some cool compress on the itchy area.  When you apply a cool compress, it causes the allergic reaction to stop and relief the pain and allergy.

You can also press ice on the affected area for 10 to 15 minutes. Cooling prevents inflammation and relieves the itchy skin. Another alternative is to place the moisturizing creams and lotions in the refrigerator so you can feel a direct cooling effect while applying them to the skin.

Oatmeal Bath

Colloidal oatmeal is a subtly ground oatmeal that you can easily dissolve in water. This solution will provide a shielding effect on the surface of your skin. Colloidal oatmeal will moisturize your skin as it has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant features.

Just give your skin an oatmeal bath to fight against skin rashes. If you are diagnosed with eczema and psoriasis, you can also add colloidal oatmeal to lukewarm water.

Aren’t you a bath lover? No worries. Colloidal oatmeal is also available in several kinds of OTC creams and lotions.

Wet Wrap Therapy

In wet wrap therapy (WWT), water-soaked fabric wraps are applied to affected area of skin. These wraps moisturize skin and help you against harsh dehydration turn-outs. Wet wrap therapy is much more suitable for children.

Smoothly wipe the medications on the rashes area before smearing the wrap and apply a soft moisturizer layer. Follow these simple steps to apply the wet wraps:

  1. Moisten the dressing in hot water until it is little damp.
  2. Wrap the moist gauze around the allergic area.
  3. Now put on a dry piece of dressing on the wet one.
  4. Wear night pajamas carefully. Make sure not to disturb the dressing area.
  5. Simply leave the bandages on for multiple hours or overnight.

You can use wet wrap therapy for some days to heal from skin infection. If allergy or infection does not come to an end, you should consult a doctor or dermatologist about proffering the therapy or testing an alternative treatment.

Moisturizing

Moisturizing is something highly effective against skin itching. Moisturizers like creams and lotions help in hydrating the uppermost skin layer. They prevent dryness and keep your skin moisturized.

A moisturizer contains emollients and humectants. Emollients form a shielding film or layer over the surface of skin which sticks the moisture into your skin. Humectants functions in drawing water into the skin.

The National Eczema Association (N2EA) guided a perfect routine to moisturize your skin. Follow these tips for healthy skin.

  • Apply a moisturizer after a shower or bath, while your skin is slightly damped.
  • Moisturize your hands soon after they come into direct contact with water.
  • Always use a moisturizer containing high oil content.
  • Moisturize your skin before sleeping to stay hydrated all the night Top of Form.

Menthol

Menthol is an essential oil which belongs to the family of mint plant. It provides cooling effect and is quite helpful in relieving pain and itching. Menthol contains high proportion of anti-inflammatory rosmarinic acid that works effectively on rashes and allergies.

Do not forget to dilute menthol in carrier oil before applying to the skin.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar consists of acetic acid, which is the best wound healer for hundreds and thousands of years.  According to the National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF), apple cider vinegar has proved highly effective in relieving allergy.

Dilute the vinegar in water by a 1-to-1 ratio. Then apply the apple cider vinegar solution to the itchy area and let it dry. Rinse it now with lukewarm water.

Do not use this solution if you have a bleeding skin as vinegar can cause a burning effect on the open wounds.

Baking Soda

Baking soda functions effectively against fungal infections. Research suggests that baking soda is an incredible remedy for skin allergy and itching because of its anti-fungal properties.

How you can use baking soda to heal your skin? It’s quite simple.

Just add one-quarter of a cup containing baking soda to a warm bath. You can also make a paste by mixing baking soda properly with some water. Apply this paste directly onto the affected areas of your skin.

Fruit peels                            

Fruits peels are loaded with nutrients that protect your skin against itchiness and heal it from inside.  They are highly effective for skin allergies and rashes. Take a watermelon peel or banana and dab it on the affected area to alleviate scratching and irritation.

When to Take Counsel for a Rash?

Have you noticed that none of these natural home remedies is helping you to recover from allergic reactions? You should take counsel immediately. If your rash is worsening and affecting the skin more, it is time to seek medical help.

If you are still looking for ease medications, give these creams a try for better results.

Hydrocortisone Cream

Do you have eczema? Give a try to hydrocortisone cream. According to the National Eczema Association (NEA), hydrocortisone cream helps against severe inflammation, allergies, redness, and itchiness.

Before applying hydrocortisone cream, do consult your doctor and read instructions thoroughly. Even after a weak you still feel some kind of pain or allergy, stop applying the cream.

Calamine

If you have just started itching, use calamine immediately. In the very beginning, it will alleviate your discomfort or pain. It is the best medication that is used to heal minor rashes or itchiness of your skin.

Calamine provides a cooling sensation as it dehumidifies on skin. To deal with different kinds of skin problems, calamine is the go-to medicine in many families. Gently massage it on the itchy area for three to four hours.

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