Inflammation of the skin is a common reaction of the body to help ward off any infections or harmful allergens. In addition to inflammation, symptoms usually include redness, itchiness, and painful rashes. Most cases of skin inflammation tend to clear up even if left untreated. As long as you determine the underlying cause of the inflammation and take the necessary steps to treat it, symptoms such as swelling, redness, itchiness and skin rashes are relatively easy to cure. If the symptoms do not disappear in a few days time or they worsen and cause discomfort and pain, consult with your doctor or dermatologist at the earliest.

Skin Inflammation

Home Remedies
Natural treatments and remedies for skin inflammation are often a better alternative as they rarely cause any long-term complications. That said it is always better to consult with your doctor before beginning any new treatment or alternative therapy to rule out any possible allergic reactions or other side effects. Some popular home remedies for skin inflammation include:

Calamine lotion or aloe vera gel applied to the affected area of the skin helps reduce pain and swelling and provides a protective layer to prevent scratching and further damage to the skin.

Apply a cold compress or an ice pack to the inflamed skin to reduce pain and swelling. You can repeat this process twice or thrice a day for instant relief. However, if your skin is broken or cut, avoid using a damp cloth as this will cause the infection to spread.

Warm water baths offer relief from itchy and dry skin and any inflammation. Add a cup of oatmeal to your bath to soothe your skin and treat any rash.

Foods that are rich in antioxidants and flavanoids such as spinach, strawberries and blueberries help reduce inflammation.

Bromelain found in pineapple and papain a compound in papaya are enzymes that help reduce swelling and irritation of the skin.

Make a paste of baking soda and water and apply to the inflamed skin and rash to provide instant relief.

Herbs such as Cat’s Claw, Ginger, Goldenseal, Red Clover and Yucca are all powerful anti-inflammatory agents and can be used to treat all types of infections and skin conditions.