Everyone would have had skin rashes at point or another. These irritating skin rashes make your skin red and itchy, with small bumps or other physical changes to your skin, like change in color, texture, or appearance. Any part of the body could get skin rashes, and it could be spread on small to large portions of the skin. Itchiness and redness are two most common symptoms of skin rashes, and more than anything, it’s annoying and irritating.

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Sometimes, these rashes are scaly, or raised too. While mild rashes can be treated naturally at home, some rashes persist without any relief in home remedies, which is when you need to consult a physician.

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Causes of skin rashes

What causes these skin rashes in the first place? Here are some possible causes:

• Psoriasis
• Eczema
• Ringworm
• Diapers
• Scabies
• Insect bites (mosquito, bugs, ants, etc.,)
• Mites
• Acne
• Contact with poison ivy, oak, etc.,
• Bacterial infections
• Viral infections (chicken pox, measles, warts, rubella, etc.,)
• Fungal infections
• Allergic reactions
• Certain medications
• Certain soaps, detergents, shampoos, and cosmetics
• Certain foods

Symptoms of skin rashes

Here are the most common symptoms of skin rashes, which vary in intensity from mild to severe:

• Redness
• Itchiness
• Inflamed skin
• Dryness
• Burning/stinging sensation
• Small bumps/blisters
• Fever

If your rashes don’t subside or go away within a few days, a consult with a trained medical professional is a must. Do not neglect it.

Home remedies for skin rashes

These skin rashes can be treated effectively and naturally, with items and ingredients from your kitchen cabinet. Let’s take a look at some effective home remedies for skin rashes:

1. Aloe vera

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Aloe vera is a boon when it comes to skin care, including helping get rid of skin rashes. Its anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory properties help soothe the rashes and get rid of them once and for all. It also helps relieve the redness and reduce the itchiness.

Remedy

• Slice open a fresh aloe vera leaf and scoop out the fresh gel into a clean bowl. Apply this generously over the affected areas, leaving it on for about 20 minutes. Then, rinse it off with cool water.

Pro tip: Repeat this remedy at least thrice a day till the rashes clear off.

2. Apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is an excellent home remedy for many skin problems, and it happens to work amazingly well on skin rashes too. Plus, it helps soothe the itching. Additionally, the acetic acid that it contains is amazingly effective in fighting skin infections.

Remedy

• Take 1 tablespoon of raw apple cider vinegar in a bowl. Dip a cotton ball into it and dab it on the affected areas gently. Let it sit for a few minutes, say about 10, and then rinse it off with cool water. Repeat this several times a day for a few day, or till your rashes clear off.

Pro tip: Apple cider vinegar can cause irritation in some people. So try it after diluting it with water before applying it on your skin. However, if the irritation persists, try another home remedy.

3. Baking soda

Baking soda is basically sodium bicarbonate, which helps soothe the inflamed skin, while also helping relieve the itching.

Remedies

• Mix 2 teaspoons of baking soda in 1 teaspoon of coconut oil and mix well to form a paste. Apply this on the affected areas, leaving it on for 10 minutes, before washing it off with lukewarm water. Repeat this at least once or twice every day till you see improvement.
• To 1 part baking soda, add 3 parts water, and mix well. Dab this solution on the affected areas, letting it sit for a few minutes. Then, rinse it off with cool water. Repeat this remedy once every day for a few days.

Pro tip: Leaving baking soda for extended periods of time can cause further irritation to your already inflamed skin. So be careful to remove it soon.

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4. Basil leaves

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Basil leaves, especially holy basil leaves, are an effective home remedy in curing many a skin problem, including skin rashes.

Remedy

• Make a paste using a handful of holy basil leaves, 2 garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Apply it all over the affected areas, leaving it on for 10 minutes, before rinsing it off with lukewarm water.

Pro tip: Repeat this remedy once every day for a few days, till you see visible improvement.

5. Calendula

Calendula is a herb that contains anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and astringent properties, which makes it extremely soothing for skin rashes, ulcers, irritations, dry skin, wounds, bruises, and even eczema.

Remedies

• Apply calendula lotion, cream, or ointment on the affected areas a few times every day, till the rashes clear.
• Add a few drops of calendula essential oil into your bath and soak in it for 15 minutes for best results.
• Brew calendula tea, which you can then use as a compress on the affected areas.

6. Chamomile tea

Chamomile tea contains flavonoids, along with antioxidants, which help soothe and calm irritated skin. Chamomile has long been known to help accelerate healing process, which is amazing for helping heal rashes, by providing relief from irritation and itchiness.

Remedies

• Make chamomile tea – using a tea bag, or powder in hot water – and apply the cooled solution all over the affected areas using a washcloth or a cotton ball. Leave it on for 10 minutes, before rinsing it off with cool water.
• Alternatively, you can dab chamomile essential oil by diluting 2-3 drops of it in 2 teaspoons of coconut oil, on the affected areas as well. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes, before washing it off with cool water.

Pro tip: Use either of these remedies at least once a day to see visible improvement.

7. Coconut oil

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Coconut oil is a natural moisturizer, along with having soothing effect on inflamed and/or burned skin.

Remedy

• Using clean fingertips, apply coconut oil generously over the affected areas. Leave it on for 10 minutes, by which time the oil gets absorbed into the skin. Repeat this remedy at least twice a day to see positive improvement.

8. Cold compress

A cold compress is beneficial for rashes when they are caused by insect bites, poison ivy, heat, and shingles. It helps soothe the itchiness, inflammation, and swelling, and can also bring down blisters as well.

Remedies

• Take a plastic bag and put some ice cubes in it. Place this bag on the affected areas for a few minutes. Repeat this remedy at least a few times a day till you see improvement.
• Pour ice cold water into a clean bowl. Take a clean washcloth, dip it in the water and place it on the rashes for about 10 minutes. Repeat this at least twice a day to see positive results.

Pro tip: Do not put ice cubes directly on to your skin.

9. Coriander

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Coriander is an excellent home remedy for treating skin rashes and consequent itching. It possesses anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and soothing properties, while its unique scent is calming.

Remedies

• Take a handful of fresh coriander leaves and make a paste of it in a blender. Apply this generously over the affected areas, leaving it on for at least 30 minutes, before rinsing it off with cool water. Repeat this remedy once or twice every day for a few days, till you see improvement.
• Consume a cup of fresh coriander juice for a few days to see visible improvement in your rashes.
• To a cup of water, add 1 teaspoon of coriander seeds, and bring it to a boil. Strain the liquid and drink it once every day for a few days, till the rashes clear.

Pro tip: No need to use water while blending the coriander leaves.

10. Neem

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Neem contains anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and analgesic properties, which makes it the perfect home remedy to get rid of skin rashes. Additionally, it also works best in treating other skin problems like acne, scabies, eczema, psoriasis, and other skin infections. Most importantly, it contains powerful antioxidants that help fight signs of aging, while also helping rejuvenate your skin from within.

Remedies

• Use products that contain neem or neem extracts in them, like creams, lotions, and soaps.
• Dab neem essential oil on the affected areas, after diluting it with a carrier oil like olive oil or coconut oil. Neem oil in it concentrated version, is too potent to be used as is.
• Take a handful of neem leaves and simmer them in a cup of water for about 20 minutes. Strain this solution. Dab this cooled solution on the affected areas using a cotton ball. Leave it on for 10 minutes, before rinsing it off with cool water.

11. Oatmeal

Oatmeal possesses anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and soothing properties, which help counter the rashes effectively. If your rashes are caused by sun burn, eczema, chicken pox, allergies, or poison ivy, oatmeal works wonders in helping relieve them.

Remedies

• Mix together equal parts of plain yogurt and ground oatmeal, by adding a few drops of honey. Apply this paste all over the affected areas, letting it sit for 30 minutes, before rinsing it off with cool water.
• Add 1 cup of ground oatmeal into your bath water. Soak in this oatmeal-infused water for about 20 minutes, to see visible improvement.

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12. Olive oil

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Olive oil is an excellent natural moisturizer, which helps promote skin renewal as well as helps treat skin conditions like rashes, due to the presence of antioxidants. It also helps reduce itching, while also helping soothe your irritated skin.

Remedies

• Apply extra virgin olive oil on the affected areas a few times every day for a few days, to see visible improvement. No need to wash it, since the skin absorbs the oil.
• Add pinch of turmeric powder to 1 teaspoon of olive oil and mix well. Spread this paste over the affected areas, repeating it at least twice or thrice a day for a few days.

These are all the amazing home remedies for skin rashes, that work wonders by relieving itching, redness, and inflammation. Try these, and you’ll see how effective they are.

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