Home remedies of Heat rash, an Itchy Skin in Summer

During summer, the days are very bright and sunny. This heat lead people to excessive sweating that can cause skin irritation, prickly sensation and redness, especially on the back. Children are more prone to heat, as they stay out in the sun for longer period and ultimately it results in heat rash. Heat rash is a skin condition that causes itching, swelling and red bumps during summer. The sweat ducts get blocked and goes back directly to the skin again, instead of going out. It is observed on neck, upper chest, armpits and the groin. You can identify heat rashes based on the common symptom like; your skin may have small reddish pimple-like eruptions which cause itchy and prickly sensation to the skin. Relief from such heat rashes can be found by making use of some effortless home remedies which are given below.

Causes of heat rash

• Medications like acne drugs and high blood pressure
• Physical activity and hard work
• Long stays in a hospital bed
• Bacteria
• Clothing materials like polyester and nylon
• Heavy or electric blankets during the wintertime
• Underdeveloped sweat ducts seen in newborn patients

Home remedies for treating Heat rash

• Applying Aloe Vera gel for three times a day over the affected area gives a cooling and healing effect.
• Gently rub a paste of besan or gramflour mixed with water over the rashes and leave it for five minutes and then wash it away with cold water.
• Putting an ice pack on the affected area for about ten minutes in every three to four hours, helps in preventing the rashes from spreading further.
• Rubbing with the slices of cucumber immediately cools your skin.
• The use of creams and ointments must be avoided as it blocks the pores.
• Chamomile tea can be applied on the heat rash, as it improves the immune system and fight against the infections.
• When you take a bath in warm water, add few teaspoons of baking soda as the soda bicarbonate reduces irritation and softens the skin and relives you from itchy sensation.
• A proper rising on the affected area with an antibacterial soap can relieve the itching and irritation that prickly heat causes.
• After the shower, allow your skin to dry. Do not use any lotions immediately after the bath, as it will worsen your condition.
• Apply talcum, medicated or cornstarch powders after the bath as it will keep your skin dry, sweat and moisture free and prevent from the heat.
• Wear loose fitting clothes, as it allows your skin to breathe deeply and reduce the risk of heat rash.
• The simplest way to save yourself from getting rashes is to stay in cool environments which reduces the hectic activity that leads to less perspiration and less chances of getting the heat rash.
• Combine cornstarch with water to make a paste and apply it on the affected area and allow it to dry. Then wipe the paste by soaking the towel in cold water.
• Drinking of lime juice four times a day helps to get rid of heat rash.
• Refrigerate the watermelon pulp and rub it on the parts of your body where the rashes are occurring. It will cool your skin.
• Consuming vitamin C supplement relives the itch from the heat rash on your skin.
• Turn the air conditioner on, and position yourself in front of it for a relaxing remedy to cool off your body.
• If there is a swelling due to harsh heat rash, never cover them. Expose them to fresh air, as this helps the skin to heal more quickly.
• Applying honey will calm and cool the skin. It replenishes the natural elements misplaced during sun exposure and irritation.
• Lemongrass and mint tea reduces the body temperature, symptoms of prickly heat and provides a cooling effect.