HOME REMEDIES FOR ITCHING

FACTORS ABOUT ITCHING –

• Itching  is a kind of  irritation in the skin that produce  an urge to scratch. Itchiness is a problem that everyone experiences, and it can be localized or generalized .In medical terms , itching is known as pruritus.
• There may be several causes that cause itching . It may be as simple as due to dry skin or serious skin condition as result of bacterial and fungal infections.
• Itching may be caused due to  bites and stings of animals ,  , allergic reactions, sun exposure and other skin disorders and health conditions.

HOME  REMEDIES –

Many natural and home remedies can help to provide relief in itching .

1. Aloe Vera 

Aloe vera  plant has been used from the ancient time as an aid to health and skin care. Aloe vera have properties like  anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiviral, and antioxidant, due to which it is widely used for skin care .

How to use it

• The clear gel that comes from the aloe leaves can be used in itching.
• It’s best to wash and dry the affected area before using aloe so that you get maximum absorption.
• Many kind of aloe preparations are available in market but it is best to use fresh gel

2. Turmeric  –

Turmeric is one of the best herb that can be used  in skin diseases. Turmeric acts as anti inflammatory , anti micobacterial agent due to which it is widely used in skin diseases . In skin diseases turmeric is not only used topicaly but you in take it orally as well . In many cosmetics ,creams , lotions that are prepared for skin problems, turmeric is used .

How to use it

• Take turmeric powder mix it honey or oil and apply on the affected area.
• Take 1 tsf of turmeric powder and 2 glass of water , boil it properly till it remains half glass and then drink this decoction.

3. Sandalwood 

It is commonly known as Chandan, sandalwood is nature’s gift to us as it proves to be an excellent ingredient for skin care. Chandan has naturally cooling effect that helps to get rid of itching .

How to use it

• Mix sandalwood powder with lime juice apply paste on itchy area , will give relief   in itching

• It can be used by mixing with rose water also.

4. Neem

Neem is widely used herb from centuries as it contain nimbin, nimandial and many other compounds that have anti-inflammatory, antifungal and antibacterial properties. Neem is widely used to fight against skin problems like  itching , rashes , many kind of fungal infections etc.

How to use it

• Boil neem leaves in water , wash the affected area with this medicated water or use it for bathing to treat skin related problems.
• It can be used in powdered form . By applying the paste made up from neem  relieves itching.

5. Coconut oil

Coconut oil , is mainly used as a cooking oil and skin moisturizer. It  has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

How to use it

• Coconut oil is safe to use as a moisturizer on skin and scalp. It can be applied all over the body or just on the itchy areas.
• Coconut oil can be used by mixing with camphor and apply on the itchy area to get immediate relief from the itching.

6. Camphor 

Camphor is used to treat skin conditions due to its antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory properties. It is available in solid as well as in oil form.

How to use it

• Melt  a piece of camphor in water and apply it on the affected area
• Mix some drops of camphor oil in water while taking bath
• Camphor can be used after mixing with coconut oil.

7. Tea tree oil

The tea tree acts an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory agent . It’s an essential oil that is steam-distilled from the plant.

Because of its antimicrobial properties it is effectively used in skin problems like acne , itching etc.

How to use it

• Tea tree oil when directly apply on skin can cause some dryness so it should always be used after dilution which means after mixing few drops of other oils like olive oil , can be used by mixing with moisturizer.
• Apply  it on  itchy area after  bath or shower.

8. Baking soda

Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) is an old household remedy for itchy skin — rashes, poison ivy, or bug bites.

How to use it

• Put 1 to 2 cups of baking soda in a tub of lukewarm water and soak. Rinse off, pat dry, and use your moisturizer.
• Make a paste with a little water and baking soda and apply to the affected area.

9. Mint 

Mint plant contains Menthol which  is an essential oil has cooling effect and can help relieve pain and itching.

how to use it 

• Peppermint oil, which contains menthol, could effectively treat itchy skin

10. Cold compress

Cold compress is one the easiest way  to itching . Application of cold on the itchy area or wash itchy area with cold water will give you temporary relief to the problem.

These are some home remedies that can be used to get relief in from itching.