Rashes

27 Home Remedies for Treating Rashes

Rashes appear in the form of red blisters or bumps on the skin and cause irritation and itchiness. It is a common problem, which may occur at some or the other point of time. It is not serious; however, it may become serious sometimes. The rashes may be raised, smooth, scaly or bumpy. Mild rashes can be treated naturally by applying some homemade remedies instead of rushing to the doctor immediately.

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.

Homeopathic Remedies for Rashes

1. Apis Mellifica
This remedy is useful to treat itchy and burning rashes along with swelling and redness. It is taken to treat the rashes caused due to hives.
2. Anacardium Orientale
This remedy is very useful for rashes caused by poison ivy plants. It helps a lot when there is a lot of itchiness and swelling with blisters that are filled with fluid.
3. Mercurius Vivus
When the rash is caused due to any bacterial infection or poison ivy, this remedy is usually recommended. The rash may discharge a thick foul-smelling fluid.
4. Belladonna
This remedy is usually taken when the rashes are accompanied by fever.
5. Sulphur
When the rashes are really itchy along with a burning sensation, this remedy works great. The rashes appear in the form of fluid-filled blisters.
Other homeopathic remedies include Sepia, Rhus Toxicodendron, Bryonia, Natrum Muriaticum, Urtica Urens and Ledum Palustre.

Preventive Measures for Rashes

• Don’t use chemical based soaps.
• Consume Vitamin C as it prevents the body from all types of skin infections.
• If you are allergic to certain plants or substances, avoid getting in contact with them.
• Apply sunscreen as rashes are also caused due to sun exposure.
• Keep your skin moist by applying a good body lotion.
• Learn to identify the plants that cause allergic rashes, such as poison ivy and poison oak.
• Don’t rub the rash to prevent it from spreading further.