Friday 21 August 2015

Natural Remedies for Itchy and Irritated Skin


These remedies don’t only work for bug bites. Many of 
these methods I’m about to list below can be used to 
ameliorate a variety of skin complaints: rashes, 
poison ivy, eczema and other itch-inducing skin 
problems.



Aloe Vera

We love aloe vera for just about every kind of skin 
irritation. Aloe is probably best-known for its 
ability to heal sunburns, but it’s extremely versatile 
as it soothes the skin and relieves swelling and 
irritation. If you live in Southern California, 
there’s probably an 85% chance it’s already growing in 
your yard.
How to use it: Break off a leaf from the plant, and 
cut it open lengthwise from top to bottom with a 
knife. Scoop out the gooey gel inside, and rub it 
directly onto irritated skin. If you have extra left 
over, you can keep it refrigerated in an airtight 
container for up to a week.


 Apple Cider Vinegar
This isn’t the first time I’ve sung the praises of the 
uber-versatile ACV, and I suspect it won’t be the 
last. Apple cider vinegar is an effective antiseptic, 
anti-fungal and anti-bacterial agent that relieves 
itching, especially itching associated with dry skin 
(for example: sunburns and dandruff). It’s also 
popularly used for pets with dry, itchy skin as well, 
by adding a few cupfuls to their bath water.
How to use it: Just put a few drops of it onto a 
cotton ball or washcloth and dab it on to the affected 
area. Use raw, organic, unfiltered apple cider vinegar 
(Bragg’s is a good brand) with the “mother,” a 
strand-like sediment floating at the bottom of the 
bottle that contains raw enzymes and beneficial 
bacteria.


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