Category: Natural solution of ease poison Ivy

Rubbing alcohol is effective at removing urushiol from your skin. While this remedy may not bring you relief from your symptoms, it can help limit the spread if you use it early after exposure.

Apply rubbing alcohol to the affected area, then rinse thoroughly with water. (This is a good trick for removing urushiol from your shoes, too.)

Baking soda may provide relief from the itchiness that accompanies a poison ivy rash as well. In addition to treatment for poison ivy, it is sometimes used to soothe irritated skin from things like bee stings, dermatitis, and other rashes.

There are two ways you can use it:

• Baking soda bath: Add about a cup of baking soda to lukewarm or cool water.
• Baking soda paste: Mix the baking soda with water until it is about the consistency of toothpaste. Then apply the paste directly to the rash.

As with any treatment for irritated skin, always apply a small amount first to test how your skin reacts.

Aloe vera is a succulent plant. When you break it open, you’ll find a sticky gel that you can use to treat things like sunburn and other skin rashes—including from poison ivy.

You can remove aloe vera gel directly from an aloe plant. But more often, it is sold in convenient gel and liquid preparations for topical use.

Studies have found that aloe does not speed the healing process. However, aloe has a soothing, cooling effect that may offer temporary relief from burning and itching.

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a home remedy that may offer relief from itching. In addition, it has antibacterial properties, which could help reduce the risk of skin infections that may result from scratching.

Since ACV is acidic, you should be careful when trying it out, especially if your rash contains blisters.

First, dilute the vinegar with a small amount with water, place it on a cotton ball, and dab it on a small patch of skin. If it doesn’t irritate your skin and stops the itch, it may be a good option to try.

Applying a cool compress to affected skin can soothe itchiness.

Soak a clean washcloth in cold water, wring it out, and apply it to the affected area for 15 to 20 minutes.

You can do this several times a day for relief. Alternately, a cool bath may also help.

Witch hazel is made from the leaves and bark of the Hamamelis virginiana plant. Witch hazel contains tannins, compounds that can help reduce swelling and fight infection.

You can apply the liquid to your skin with a cotton ball to reduce itching and swelling. Place the witch hazel in the refrigerator ahead of time for an added cooling effect.

Witch hazel is one of the few plants approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for OTC use.

Soaking in a warm (but not hot) bath with colloidal oatmeal for 10 minutes or longer may help soothe skin itching.

Made from finely ground oats, colloidal oatmeal doesn’t sink to the bottom of the bath. Instead, it disperses throughout the water, coating skin and temporarily relieving the itch.

Colloidal bath treatments and other oatmeal products are available at drugstores. One such example is Aveeno Soothing Bath Treatment.

Menthol has a cooling effect on skin and is a counter-irritant—a substance that distracts from the itch. It is an organic compound sourced from peppermint and other mint plants. It can also be made synthetically.

Some OTC products like Gold Bond Medicated Anti-Itch Lotion contain menthol. You can also find menthol in peppermint essential oil. However, you must always dilute essential oils with a carrier oil so they are safe for use on irritated skin.

If you notice any of the following, seek emergency care:

• Fever higher than 100 degrees F
• Difficulty breathing or swallowing
• Many blisters or blisters oozing yellow fluid
• Rash that covers large areas
• Irritation in sensitive areas like eyes and mouth

If you come in contact with poison ivy, you should take some basic steps to contain and remove the urushiol right away:

• Clean the affected areas: You can use rubbing alcohol, dish detergent, or soap and plenty of cool water immediately after exposure. This can help control a poison ivy reaction.
• Apply a barrier: An over-the-counter (OTC) barrier cream made with bentoquatam (known to shield the skin against poison ivy) can also offer protection.
• Wash clothing and pets: You should wash any contaminated items or clothing with soap or detergent. Also, be sure to bathe your pets to get any urushiol out of their fur.

After that, you’ll undoubtedly want to explore some solutions to help relieve the itching and redness.

Home remedies like those described below may help soothe mild cases. Though there is little research to support their use, some people try them with success.

That said, it’s always wise to consult your healthcare provider about any skin rash before self-treating.

If your case is severe, see your healthcare provider. You may need a corticosteroid prescription.