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What are different home remedies for different skin problems?

skin is made up of layers that are constantly changing. There are different skin problems that are faced by most of us now-a-days. There are many home remedies available for treating different skin problems.

HOME REMEDIES FOR TREATING SKIN PROBLEMS

1. Aloe Vera
- Aloe Vera is used in its pure form as a skin softener and moisturizer.
- The gel, which is the fluid within the leaves, has been used for centuries to accelerate wound healing.
- It is a topical pain reliever.
- Aloe Vera to be very effective in the treatment of psoriasis, a relatively common condition that leads to itchy, red scaly patches on the skin and scalp.
- Aloe Vera has been used in the treatment of radiation ulcers, burns, and frostbite injuries in animals.
- Aloe Vera increases the blood supply to the second layer of skin, the dermis.
- This speeds healing by bringing in vital nutrients and removing dangerous toxins.
- Aloe Vera decreases tissue destruction after a burn
Arnica flower.
- Topical preparations are especially helpful for wound healing.
- It is effective as an analgesic (pain reliever), antiseptic and anti-inflammatory cream.
- This treatment is recommended for bruises and swelling due to trauma or surgery.
- It is also helpful in speeding the healing of simple skin abrasions, insect bites and for soothing joint pain.

2. Calendula flower
- It is used in the treatment of burns, bruises, skin infections, cuts and rashes.
- Compresses made with calendula tea are also useful.
- The tea can be used as a mouth rinse to treat painful lesions in the mouth.

3. Comfrey
- Both the roots and leaves of comfrey have been used for centuries to improve healing of cuts and bruises.
- It has also been useful as an anti-inflammatory for treatment of rashes.
- It is thought to promote healing of closed fractures when applied on the skin over the site of injury.
- Application over broken skin can lead to toxicity.
- Tea made from the comfrey leaf is also useful but should not exceed three cups per day.

4. The Tea Tree
- The leaves have been used for centuries as an antiseptic
- They were used in World War I as a disinfectant.
- The oil from the leaves has been harvested to treat cuts, insect bites and other common skin problems.
- The oil has been shown to kill both fungus and bacteria.
- Tea tree oil may be toxic and should never be taken by mouth.

5. Chamomile
- It has been used for thousands of years for treatment of various medical problems.
- Dried and fresh flowers made into a tea have been used for minor stomach upset.
- As an oral treatment, rinse to treat gingivitis and painful mouth lesions.
- It is used to improve wound healing and treat mild skin problems, such as itchy lesions, hives and sunburn.

6. Cayenne
- This spicy red pepper has been used for a multitude of medical problems such as high blood pressure, stomach ulcers, poor circulation, and lung and skin infections.
- There are many formulas that combine capsaicin with other herbal products to maximize antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects.

7. Calaguala Fern and Pine Tar Products
- Calaguala fern is known for its use in dry, itchy skin and scalp problems, has been combined with pine tar.
- Skin creams, bath products, soaps, shampoos, and conditioners have been made from this combination.
- They are very helpful for dry, itchy skin and scalp problems.

8. Emu Oil
- Emu oil is great for cuts, bites, burns, and the itch of poison ivy.
- It promotes hair growth by rejuvenating skin and hair cells.

9. Flaxseed
- Flaxseed comes from the herb flax and contains those omega-3 essential fatty acids.
- These are necessary for the proper synthesis of immune and anti-inflammatory compounds.
- It is useful in the management of skin disorders such as eczema and psoriasis, which are associated with inflammatory processes.
- One to two tablespoons of cold-pressed flaxseed oil should be taken daily, preferably with other foods.

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What are different home remedies for poison ivy – a summer problem? Part 2

POISON IVY INFORMATION
- All articles of clothing that come in contact with poison ivy should be washed with soap and hot water.
- This is done to remove the poison ivy oil.
- Clothing that is in contact with poison ivy should not come in contact with the skin.
- The oil can be transferred from clothing to skin.
- Wash items immediately in a separate load.
- Use a degreaser in your wash like vinegar or Simple Green.
- Never burn poison ivy as the urushiol can become airborne.
- The smoke can get into your eyes or even your lungs.
- If your rash is dripping and oozing, go to physician immediately.
- It is most likely infected.
- It needs to be treated with antibiotics.
- Poison Ivy is not contagious.
- But it can be passed from person to person by transfer of the oil.
- You can also spread it to different parts of your own body by touching and scratching.
- Use a cotton ball to dab or rub only on affected areas to reduce spreading.
- Learn to identify poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac.

POISON IVY HOME REMEDIES

9.ACTIVATED CHARCOAL POULTICE
- Charcoal has great absorbing qualities.
- It makes a great home remedy for any kind of contact dermatitis.
How to make a charcoal poultice:
- Mix powdered charcoal (1 to 2 Tbs.) with a little water to form a wet paste.
- It should be moist but not crumbly or drippy.
- You can combine the charcoal with some corn starch to thicken it if desired.
- Spread the paste on one half of a folded paper towel, loosely woven cloth, or piece of gauze cut.
- It should fit the area to be treated.
- When ready, the cloth should be moist.
- It should be thoroughly saturated with the paste.
- Then cover the paste by folding over the other half of the paper towel or cloth.
- Next place the charcoal poultice on the affected body part.
- Make sure it completely covers the area.
- Cover the poultice with plastic (plastic food wrap works fine) cut to overlap the poultice by an inch on every side.
- This will keep it from drying out.
- If the charcoal dries out, it will not be able to absorb.
- Finish off by bandaging or taping the poultice securely in place.
- Leave it on for several hours.

10.USE OF BANANA
- Rub the inner side of a banana peel on the rash.
- This will help you to relieve itching.
- Place the infected area under running water.
- This will wash away histamines which cause itching of skin.

11. USE OF OATS
- Pour 3 cups of oats into warm water and soak the infected area into it.
- Simultaneously rub the affected area. Doing this will relieve you of itching.

12. USE OF ALOE VERA JUICE
- Apply aloe Vera juice over the affected area, this will cool and provide instant relief.

13. OTHER REMEDIES
- Vitamin C taken daily with bioflavonoids will prevent infection.
- It will stop rapid spreading of the rash and heal inflammation.
- Calcium and Beta-carotene helps to boost the immune system and speeds up healing.
- Victim must take zinc as it helps to repair damaged skin tissues.
- Take goldenseal, a root that is native to North America which has been used for centuries in herbal medicine.

What are different home remedies for poison ivy – a summer problem? Part 1

POISON IVY IDENTIFICATION
- Poison ivy can grow as a vine.
- It can also grow as a single plant or in large clumps.
- It turns into a beautiful orange/red in the fall.
- It has white berries throughout the winter.

POISON IVY INFORMATION
- All articles of clothing that come in contact with poison ivy should be washed with soap and hot water.
- This is done to remove the poison ivy oil.
- Clothing that is in contact with poison ivy should not come in contact with the skin.
- The oil can be transferred from clothing to skin.
- Wash items immediately in a separate load.
- Use a degreaser in your wash like vinegar or Simple Green.
- Never burn poison ivy as the urushiol can become airborne.
- The smoke can get into your eyes or even your lungs.
- If your rash is dripping and oozing, go to physician immediately.
- It is most likely infected.
- It needs to be treated with antibiotics.
- Poison Ivy is not contagious.
- But it can be passed from person to person by transfer of the oil.
- You can also spread it to different parts of your own body by touching and scratching.
- Use a cotton ball to dab or rub only on affected areas to reduce spreading.
- Learn to identify poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac.

POISON IVY HOME REMEDIES

1. SALT FOR POISON IVY
- Use plain table salt along with warm water to carefully scrub the affected area.
- Rinse with hot water later.

2. VINEGAR FOR POISON IVY
- Wash well with vinegar and rinse with hot water.
- Let it dry and then dab vinegar on area with cotton ball.
- Let it get dry.
- Repeat often.

3. VODKA FOR POISON IVY
- Wash well with vodka and rinse with hot water.
- Let it dry and then dab vodka on area with cotton ball.
- Let it get dry.
- Repeat often.

4. BLEACH FOR POISON IVY
- Wash well with bleach and rinse with hot water.
- Let it dry and then dab bleach on area with cotton ball.
- Let it get dry.
- Repeat often.

5. JEWELWEED FOR POISON IVY
- Jewelweed is also known as Touch-Me-Not, latin name – Impatiens biflora
- This is the ultimate of all the poison ivy home remedies.
- Simply crush the leaves of Jewelweed.
- Apply to affected parts of your skin.
- The leaves and the juice from the stem of Jewelweed are used as a treatment for poison ivy, oak and rashes.
- It is also useful for many other types of skin irritations Poultices and salves from Jewelweed are a folk remedy for:
- Bruises
- Burns
- Cuts
- Eczema
- Insect bites
- Sores
- Sprains
- Warts
- Ringworm

6. PLANTAIN FOR POISON IVY
- It is found in yards.
- This works for any type of itch relief.
- Use the crushed leaves just as you would have used jewelweed.
- This plant is a great remedy for mosquito and spider bites too.

7. OIL OF OREGANO
- Oil of Oregano can dissolve the resin.
- It allows it to be washed off.
- It also stops the inflammation, swelling and the itch.
- This also helps to prevent it from spreading.

8. OSHA ROOT TINCTURE
- This is available at health food stores.
- Dab on the affected area and let it dry.