Skin allergy is considered as one of the most common skin problem nowadays. The problem can be caused by a variety of factors like immune system disorders, medications and infections.

Skin allergy could be in various forms like itching, dry and scaly skin, eruptions, boils, rashes. If you are thinking about getting allergy shots, well the idea is definitely good to consider. Though there are also medicines and ointment available to us, but one can also try natural home remedies to treat the skin problem

Here are some home remedies to get relief from skin allergy:

Lemon

Because of its anesthetic and anti-inflammatory properties, lemon help to reduce itching. Take a lemon and squeeze the juice on itchy skin and allow it to dry.

Basil

Basil contains high quantity of eugenol, a topical anesthetic that helps in treating skin allergies. One can also try splashing their skin with refreshing basil infused water.

Mint

Being a rich source of menthol that has anesthetic and anti-inflammatory properties, mint when applied to your skin will get relief from the itchiness and rashes. It also contains high amounts of the anti-inflammatory rosmarinic acid that works marvelously on allergies.

Fruit peels

Fruits peels are also very effective on skin allergies. Take a banana peel or watermelon and rub it on the infected area, to get relief from that itch and irritation.

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is good for treating skin allergies as it contain components that reduce inflammation and blistering and itching. Take a leaf of aloe vera, slice it down in the middle, and rub the gel only on the itchy area to get relief from the pain.

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