A great homemade treatment for itching is the natural lotion made with witch hazel, lavender and mint. Witch hazel and lavender have astringent and anti-inflammatory properties that help to soothe inflammation, while mint soothes irritated skin and reduces itching.
Another possibility to calm the itch is to take a warm bath with hypoallergenic liquid soap and dry the skin carefully, it is also important not to scratch the skin, because the act of scratching the body releases histamine that causes even more itching.
Ingredients
- 30 ml of witch hazel extract20 drops of mint essential oil20 drops of lavender essential oil
Method of preparation
To prepare this home remedy, just add the ingredients in a small jar and mix well. The natural lotion should be applied with a cotton over the affected area whenever necessary.
However, the cause of the itchiness must be taken into account so that it is eliminated and that is why a doctor can be consulted.
It is important to remember that the treatment for itching depends on what is causing the problem, so see what are the main causes of itchy skin.
