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Some links in this article are affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through these links, at no extra cost to you. We only recommend products we find useful to our readersNow a Days many people suffer from rashes. The cause of skin rash can be eczema, psoriasis, allergies, insect bites, mites, acne, excessive sweating, or toiletries like soaps, detergents, shampoos or cosmetics that do not suit your skin. Skin color changes to read with the area getting swollen. Skin rashes are often itchy and can appear in any part of the body. Usually, rashes go away after you apply anti-allergic cream or Aloe Vera gel. But if it doesn’t go away after 2-3 days, then you might have to consult a doctor who can suggest a blood test find the root cause. However, there are many home remedies to heal skin rashes.
Home Remedies for Rashes
1Baking Soda
In a bowl take one spoon of baking soda. Add three spoons of water. Apply this mixture on the concerned area. Leave it for a few minutes before washing it off. Do this once every day till rashes get healed.
You can make a mixture of baking soda and coconut oil. Make a paste and apply it on your rash. Leave it for some time and then clean it off. Repeat this home remedy at least once or twice daily. Make sure you do not leave the baking soda on your skin for more than 5 minutes because it will cause more inflammation.
2Aloe Vera
Take an aloe leaf and extract fresh Aloe Vera gel. Now apply the gel on the concerned area. Leave it at least 20 minutes, and then clean it off. Do this at least three times a day until the rash goes off.
If you do not have aloe vera leaf, you can buy an aloe vera gel or extract which is easily available at all medical stores.
3Lemon Juice
- Take a lemon and extract juice out of it.
- Now apply the juice on the rash and let it dry. This helps to relieve from redness and itchiness .
Take 1 tablespoon of poppy seeds and crush them. Mix a teaspoon of water and lemon juice. Apply this paste on the rashes. This is said to be one of the best home remedies to heal the skin rashes.
4Olive Oil
What you have to do is take extra-virgin olive oil or a mixture of olive oil and honey. Rub it on your rash a daily 2 or 3 times until it recovers fully.
You can also add a little turmeric powder to some olive oil. Apply the paste to the affected area for a few days. Turmeric has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory qualities. It comforts rashes and eases itching.
Apart from olive oil, even castor oil, and coconut oil can help to heal rashes. A mixture of vitamin E oil and cod liver oil is another common remedy.
5Oatmeal
In another method, combine a one-half cup of oatmeal, one-quarter cup of milk powder and two teaspoons of honey in a bowl. Now put this mixture in a muslin cloth. Tie the mixture strongly with a string, ribbon or rubber band. Now place it in a bathtub filled with warm water for at least 15 minutes. Bath in that water every day.
If you get rashes on your face, apply a thick paste made of oatmeal and plain yogurt along with little honey. Leave the paste on for about half an hour before rinsing it off. Do this daily until you see any change.
6Cold Compress
You can also dip a freshly washed cloth in ice-cold water and then place it on the rash for about 10 minutes. Remember, never put ice cubes directly on the skin.
BY M. DIVYA SRI