6 Best Natural Ways to Treat Rashes

Have you ever experienced rashes? It causes itching and can be cured in several ways. Your doctor may prescribe you some lotions and creams to treat rashes. Some people have allergic reactions to some things, such as dry skin, poison ivy, rashes, etc.

People often could not tolerate itchy skin and end up with scratching. It leads to worse conditions and can result in infection. You need to work with the natural ways to deal with skin rashes.

I remember when I visited AdamJee eye hospital, there was a patient who had skin infections. He shared that it was caused by the scratching. He also had the puffiness around the eyes. People need to get help immediately for rashes.

Home Remedies for Skin Rashes 

• Oatmeal Bath

Oats have been proved one of the best foods for a healthy life. Fortunately, oats are also helpful for the many skin conditions like burns, etc. You can call oats a shield for your skin.

 There are various skin care products available in the market that contain oatmeal. You can use these products to relieve itchiness. Oatmeal powder is also useful for taking the bath.

Mix colloidal oatmeal with warm water and soak yourself for 30 minutes. Now, take a shower with lukewarm water and rinse off. Oatmeal has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that are crucial for itchy relief. You can use oats oil that also works best to repair skin. 

• Coconut Oil

Over centuries, people use coconut oil for various purposes, like skin moisturizer, cooking oil, etc. Coconut oil is extracted from the meat and milk of coconut. Studies say that it has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. Many people also claim that they are allergic to coconut oil. You should test in on one part of your body with a few drops. Wait for the reaction for 24 hours. Virgin coconut oil is best to keep your skin moisturized with its antimicrobial and antioxidants properties. 

• Aloe Vera Gel

I always hear about different uses of Aloe Vera gel since my childhood. It has magical powers to promote the healing of wounds or cuts. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidants, and antimicrobial properties. It also contains Vitamin B-12, magnesium, zinc, and fatty acids. There are only a few people who are allergic to aloe but you can test it before applying it to your rashes. 

• Tea Tree Oil 

The tea tree was originally used in Australia as it is famous for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Its antimicrobial properties make it a good option to treat acne. Many people believe that tea tree oil makes their skin smooth and helps them get rid of scars. 

Make sure that you do not use tea tree oil alone as it can dry your skin even more. Mix this oil with coconut oil or olive oil. You should not use tea tree oil for your eyes. Experts from the laser eye institute Karachi say that people use tea tree oil with caution around the eyes, or it can cause eye irritation. 

• Plant Oils 

Itchy skin or rashes can give you a tough time, but if you have plant oil on your kitchen shelves, no worries anymore. Plants oil is very helpful to moisturize the itchy skin, such as argan oil, olive oil, safflower seed oil, jojoba, chamomile, etc. Studies say that oil is useful to reduce inflammation and work as a skin shield. Chamomile oil is known for calming the skin, and it is also used as an herbal tea for relaxation. 

• Cold Compress

Above all ways, a cold compress is the fastest way to reduce inflammation and stop rashes. You should go with cold water or a cool shower will work and bring instant relief. 

Cold patches limit the blood flow to the area with rashes that result in less inflammation and reduce swelling. If you have rashes on many parts of the body, you should take a cool shower. 

Conclusion 

Old age cultured traditions are very helpful to treat the rashes and itchiness of the skin. Home remedies are inexpensive and give you instant relief. Before you use any oil, test it with a few drops to see its reaction.