A rash is a noticeable change in
the texture or color of the skin. The skin may become itchy, bumpy, chapped,
scaly, or otherwise irritated. Rashes are caused by a wide range of conditions,
including allergies, medication, cosmetics, and various diseases.
Causes
- Viral infections, like chicken pox, measles, rubella and warts
- Bacterial infections
- Ringworm
- Scabies
- Diapers
- Insect bites
- Certain medications
- Allergies
Symptoms
- Itchiness
- Redness
- Small blisters or bumps on the skin
- Burning or stinging sensation
- Dryness
- Inflamed skin
- Scaling
- Rings in reddish colour
- Fever
Home
Remedies for Skin Rashes
1. Aloe
Vera
Aloe vera is
one of the best natural remedies for rashes due to its anti-bacterial,
anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties. It is best suited for treating
all types of skin problems. Apply fresh aloe vera gel to get relief
from the rashes quickly. This is also helpful in curing rashes on the face.
2. Olive
Oil
Apply olive
oil to get relief from the itching caused due to the rashes.
3. Witch
Hazel
Witch hazel
is an excellent astringent and works well to treat the skin infections, such as
rashes, eczema and psoriasis. Soak a cotton ball in witch hazel and apply it
over the rash. You can also boil hazel bark in some water, then soak a clean
cloth in it and place it over the affected area. Keep it for about ½ an hour,
and then rinse it off with water.
4.
Chamomile Tea
Make
chamomile tea and apply it on the rashes to get relief from the itchiness and
irritation. You can also use chamomile essential oil over the rashes.
5.
Vitamin E Oil
Squeeze a
vitamin E capsule and apply its oil on the rashes-affected skin.
6.
Calendula Essential Oil
Add 2 drops
of calendula essential oil in hot water, and boil it for about 10 minutes.
Then, cool it down and apply it over the rashes. It helps in eliminating the
harmful bacteria, which causes rashes on the skin.
7.
Oatmeal
Mix a cup of
raw oatmeal in a bucket of water and have bath with this water. You can also
apply oatmeal oil for quick relief from rashes.
8. Holy
Basil Leaves
Grind some
holy basil leaves and mix them with a tablespoon of olive oil, 2
crushed garlic cloves, a pinch of salt and pepper. Apply this mixture over the
skin rashes to get immediate respite.
9. Baking
Soda
Baking soda
also helps a lot in treating rashes. Apply some baking soda on the affected
skin, and then press the skin gently.
10. Apple
Cider Vinegar
Mix 1
tablespoon of apple cider vinegar with some honey, and take it 3 times a day.
Honey is an effective home remedy to treat the skin rashes.
11. Ice
Pack
This is the
best remedy to treat facial rashes and relieve itching.
12. Cod
Liver Oil
Apply a
combination of cod liver oil and Vitamin E oil on the skin affected by rashes.
13. Beer
Mix some
beer and olive oil and gently massage it on the rashes for about 2-3 minutes,
and then leave it for about 18-20 minutes. Use cold water to wash it.
14.
Almond Leaves
Crush some
almond leaves and then apply them on the affected part in order to get rid of
rashes.
15. Poppy
Seeds
Take 1
tablespoon of poppy seeds and crush them. Now, mix a teaspoon of water and a
teaspoon of lemon juice in it. Apply this mix on the rashes. This is one of the
best home remedies to heal the skin rashes.
16.
Dandelion Root
Dandelion
root is also an effective natural remedy for treating rashes.
17.
Chaparral Root
Use this
natural herb to alleviate the skin rashes.
18.
Goldenseal
Take 500 mg
of goldenseal thrice a day along with your meals to get rid of the rashes.
19. Comfrey
To get
relief from excessive itching and irritation caused by rashes, apply a solution
of comfrey and water with a clean cloth over the affected area.
20.
Echinacea
Echinacea is
a good herbal treatment for rashes.
21.
Vinegar & Garlic
Crush some
fresh garlic cloves and mix them with half cup of white vinegar. Apply this
mixture to the rashes and let it remain for about 10 minutes. Rinse it off with
lukewarm water. Garlic is a natural antibiotic and effective in curing the
rashes.
22. Lime
Juice
Soak a cotton
ball in lemon juice and dab it on the skin affected by rashes. Let it remain
for 8-10 minutes. Then, rinse it off with lukewarm water.
23.
Cinnamon
Take 1
teaspoon of cinnamon powder and mix a teaspoon of lemon juice in it.
Apply it over the rashes and let it remain for about 15 minutes. Using lukewarm
water, rinse it off. This is one of the best remedies for treating the facial
rashes.
24.
Tomato Puree
Make a puree
of 2 tomatoes and mix 1/8 cup of lemon juice in it. Also add a little bit of
cayenne pepper in it. Apply this paste on the rashes and leave it for about
15-20 minutes. Finally, rinse with warm water.
25.
Papaya Juice
Apply fresh papaya juice
on the area affected with rashes and leave it for 10 minutes. You can also use
fresh mango juice.
26.
Nutmeg
Mix some
nutmeg powder in lukewarm milk and apply it to the skin with rashes. Let it
remain for an hour and then rinse it off with warm water. It is a great remedy
to treat rashes.
27. Egg
White
Beat 3 egg
whites and mix some corn flour to form a paste. Now, apply it over the rashes
and leave for half an hour.