3 Easy and Effective Home Remedies for Itchy Skin Relief

Having itchy skin can be extremely uncomfortable and irritating. Fortunately there are several home remedies that can provide quick relief. Dive in to learn about these three easily implementable solutions that you may already have in your kitchen.

First off let's talk about oatmeal. Not your breakfast favorite but a tried-and-true champion when it comes to skin relief. Oatmeal contains 'avenanthramides' compounds known for their anti-inflammatory effects. Preparing an oatmeal bath might sound a little odd to you but trust us your skin will thank you. Simply grind a cup of raw oatmeal in a blender to a fine powder then sprinkle it into a bathtub filled with warm water. Steep in the oatmeal-infused water for 15-20 minutes and feel the itchiness subside. 

Second apple cider vinegar an ingredient often found in kitchen cabinets doubles as a remedy for itchy skin. Its acetic acid content helps soothe skin irritation and inflammation. However be aware that it is quite potent and shouldn’t be used on open sores or burns. To use it mix equal parts of apple cider vinegar and water and apply this solution to the affected area using a washcloth. Leave it on for a few minutes then rinse with cool water; repeat this process until the itchiness lessens.