Itchy Skin Rash

An itchy skin rash can be uncomfortable and embarrassing, but thankfully there are natural homeopathic remedies that can help relieve the symptoms.

A skin rash manifests by changes in the color of the skin, the texture of the skin, or the general appearance of the skin. Rashes can occur in any part of the body and can look like red bumps, blisters, excessively dry skin, red irritate skin, blotchy red skin, and itchiness, to name a few of the appearances of rashes.

What exactly causes a skin rash to appear?

Possible Causes of Skin Rashes

• Allergic reaction to foods or beverages

• Food dye allergy

• Chemicals in household cleaners

• Laundry detergents

• Rosacea or acne

• Pregnancy - some cases

• Stress

• Medications

• Cosmetics

• Allergic reaction to cats, dogs, or other animal

• Topical creams or lotions

• Reaction to perfume or body spray

• Tight or loose clothing chafing the skin

• Viruses or bacteria

• Systemic diseases

• Adverse reaction to immunization

• Sunburn or extended exposure to heat

• Monthly menstrual cycle

• Psoriasis

Skin Conditions That Cause Itchy Skin Rash

The skin conditions that could cause a rash to appear include psoriasis, eczema, several different types of dermatitis, impetigo, ringworm, acne, rosacea, or diaper rash, to name just a few of the ones you may have heard about already.

Home Remedies for Itchy Skin

It's possible you could improve the appearance of your skin and alleviate the itchiness by doing one of the following:

• Sit in a bath of water and 1 cup uncooked oatmeal

• Put olive oil directly onto the rash

• Aloe Vera

• Chamomile tea, once cooled, can be used to wash the affected skin

• Vitamin E

• Cod liver oil

• Wash skin with a cloth that has been soaked in comfrey tea

Natural Itchy Skin Remedy

Creams and lotions are often prescribed to help alleviate the itchiness and discomfort associated with a rash. One of the problems with many anti-itch creams is that they can cause side effects, or they contain preservatives or other ingredients that can irritate sensitive skin.

In my long experience with sensitive skin, I've found that herbal and natural remedies can provide relief without the same risk of side effects. Although no one remedy will work for everyone, I have found that natural remedies can be very effective and soothing, without the same types of imbalances that medications can create.

Squeeze undiluted lemon juice straight from the fresh lemon onto your rash and allow to dry completely. It could take away the itchiness.

Make a paste from baking powder and water and apply it to the affected areas.

Pine tar soap can have a calming effect on skin rashes although it may be too strong for some sesitive skin.

Itch Doctor is a soothing topical cream that will lessen the discomfort of itchy skin. It contains herbs and Vitamin E and can be used on any part of the body where a rash occurs.

Hive Away is a very effectine anti-itch remedy that can be taken orally as soon as you think you're developing a rash or think you're going to have an allergic reaction that will cause hives or welts. It's naturally calming because it contains all natural ingredients, and the good news is that there are no ill side effects.

Tips for Alleviating the Pain of a Rash

• Keep the room temperature as cool as possible - hot environments can make a skin rash worse and cause it to itch even more

• Use only warm or cool water to cleanse the affected areas - never use hot water

• Don't use lotions or cosmetics over the affected area because it could actually be the cause of the rash

• Pat the skin dry after washing or else you could inflame the skin and cause pain

• Wear natural, loose-fitting fabrics over the affected area

• Apply an all natural moisturizer right after cleansing and patting dry

• Apply cool or slightly warm compresses to the skin rash periodically

• Stay out of the sun

• Use cleansers that are all natural and soothing

• Place an ice pack on the skin rash to get instant relief

• Add mint, basil or thyme to a warm bath and soak

An itchy skin rash doesn't have to be frustrating and irritating if you know how to treat it properly and how to care for your skin during the time the rash is present. Thankfully, there are many natural remedies available on the market today to treat skin rashes!